Codes and conventions a2 contents page
- 1. CODES AND CONVENTIONS REGIONAL MAGAZINE CONTENTS PAGES
- 2. At least 154 pages Month of issue – keeps reader updated and in order = uses & grats. Long list of easy to navigate elements – fulfils cognitive needs. Page numbers clearly stated, allowing reader to easily navigate around the magazine, this is a common convention I’ve found with a lot of magazines. Variety of images used to show an array of articles = fulfils cognitive needs. All pictures are based on completely different things, suggesting that it’s a versatile magazine that can cater for everyone. The Cheshire magazine Different fonts used on each description, separates text and implies importance of each bit. Very conventional within the contents pages I’ve looked at and I will do something similar with my magazine. ‘Contents’ significantly larger than the other text on the page, makes it clear to the reader what page it is. Cognitive needs Black, white and grey colour scheme – simple and stops the page from looking messy & cluttered. Brief descriptions make the audience want to find out more – Enigmas = Barthes
- 3. Absolute Brighton Magazine Image challenges usual conventions by having one long image instead of multiple images to show the reader the variety of what’s in the magazines However because of this unconventional layout it is more eye catching. Headings are brief and neat – makes it very easy for the reader to navigate around the magazine. Fulfils cognitive needs. Doesn’t have a description under each heading, which is quite unconventional. – Links to Absolute’s front covers which have barely any text on. Could perhaps reflect Brighton’s stereotypical edginess. Heavily edited image. Titles are in capital sans serif font – emphasises the modern minimalism of the magazine. Small logo at the bottom of the page, unconventional as it’s usually large and at the top. This is repeated on each page – which creates brand awareness. Credits take up a third of the page which is quite unusual compared to other magazines I’ve researched. Reference to social media, suggests younger audience.
- 4. The Kensington and Chelsea magazine Unconventional layout with long images, and hardly any pages featured. However it is very neat, and easy for the reader to navigate. – Cognitive needs. At least 90 pages. Emphasizes the fact it’s a regional magazine and also informs readers where the magazine can be purchased from. Font colour theme is black and white – could be boring in some contents pages but looks sophisticated in this one. Focuses more on aesthetic features than being informative to the reader. No sub headings used Simple and minimalistic approaches used. Page numbers placed on images to link them to the text, contrasting colours used to make the numbers easy to read. Direct mode of address, conventional, creates relationship with audience = uses & grats Short description entices and informs reader – uses & grats
- 5. VIVA Manchester Direct mode of address, creates relationship with reader (Uses & grats) - conventional Large text draws attention and alleviates importance. Plain, undetailed background keeps focus on text and images. List of what’s included = wide range of cognitive needs. Different coloured headings to make it easier for the reader to navigate – cognitive needs Eye catching images contrasts to plain text, and draws attention to the images. Numbered for easy access of finding fulfillment of needs, very conventional
- 6. The Bristol Magazine White background helps the text and images to stand out. Small insights into what’s in the magazine – makes the readers want to read on (Enigma – Barthes) Numbers placed next to the text so it’s easy for the reader to navigate around the magazine Large numbers placed on the pictures to link them with the articles Columns used to help create order and makes it easier to read. Large images – very eye catching. All based on different things, shows variety which is a very common convention I’ve found within the magazines I’ve researched. Long list of easy to navigate elements – fulfils cognitive needs. Multiple fonts used, very common convention which I will use in my magazine. At least 92 pages Info about cover placed in the corner
- 7. COMMON CONVENTIONS OF THE CONTENTS PAGES I’VE LOOKED AT • Sub headings usually include features such as ‘food and drink’, ‘features’, ‘regulars’ and ‘homes and interiors’. I will consider including these in my contents page. • Variety of images used to entice and inform the reader. • Sans – serif font used to make the text easy to read. • Plain background attracts attention to images and text on the page. • Page numbers and small descriptions used to allow the reader to easily find the things they want and navigate around the magazine quicker.