Step by step dps (2)
- 1. My first step to creating my double page spread was to use a large mid shot image that takes up the whole of the left hand. To use a large image that takes up an entire page or even bleeds onto both pages is a common convention used in magazines. My image used was edited and photo shop and the colour scheme of black and white was inspired by a double page spread of Adele which I believed to be effective. In the bottom left hand corner I have used the page number ‘3’ to match the number for this page.
- 2. My second step into created my double page spread was to add my headline. I used two different colours in a fun font to mirror the personality of my interviewee and also link to the pop genre of my magazine. The colours used also match my colour scheme of black and purple giving a sense of professionalism.
- 3. Thirdly, I added a drop capital onto my double page spread In the colour purple (to match my magazine. Drop capitals are a commonly used and popular magazine convention as they add emphasis to your article and show clearly where your magazine article begins adding significance to your magazine and drawing your readers into the article. I then added a summary of what was to be included in the article. My text size is 8 pt which through research I found is the typical size for the majority of text on double page spreads. The questions I have put in purple text to separate the from the answers, in black, and to match my colour scheme.
- 4. Finally , to complete my dps I added the entirety of the interview using a range of question that I gathered from peers In my class. They told me what they would want to ask their favourite artists. Furthermore I added a bold purple quote to break up the interview and make the layout more professional, appealing to look at. The quote also overall summarises the entire interview and gives the vibe I wanted convey to my readers and also in conclusion gives a good idea of the persona of the band in my interview- ‘The Other side’.
- 5. Here I have further edited my double page spread after deciding to add the website of my magazine to the bottom of my page to advertise my magazine further. I also decided that the image needed a pull quote as this is a convention used in many magazines on their double page spreads and It also grabs the reader’s eye. In addition to this I believe the headline looks more effective in just one colour rather than black and purple and also looks more professional. I also discovered how to remove the text boxes from my page on InDesign and now believe the page looks better and professional.
- 6. I have now changed my double page slightly.. I have moved the ‘We all have dreams…’ text I believe into a better section and added a black dotted border around the pull quote to match the colour scheme and make the pull further emphasised.