Magazine



Both covers illustrate a strong woman. They both also contain strong and easy-to-read cover lines. The titles of the magazines stand out so there are no questions of what it is.The main story in the //Life// issue is Brooke Shields and her "Road to Happiness". The main story relates to the cover image very well because the image of Brooke Shields portrays her as relaxed and very happy. On the //Vogue// cover, Emma Watson is shown all glammed up and with her new short haircut. The main story is about Emma's "Life After Harry Potter". The image relates to this story very well because she looks very grown up and completely unlike her character in Harry Potter, showing she has changed and moved on with her life after the end of the series.

The //Life// cover image has great contrast between her dark hair and her pale skin which makes her look rather serene. A simple background and uncluttered overall space makes her stand out. The angle of the light on her face is also very flattering. The red panels at the top and bottom of the page make the title and cover lines stand out. The fact that her eyes are closed gives the image a whole mysterious/relaxed look. The //Vogue// cover on the other hand is very cluttered and full of colour. Although the cover lines are easy to read they are very long and take up most of the page. The colour scheme is all within a set of similar colours which gives it a warm feel. Emma's intense makeup stands out and brings out the contours of her face.


 * The Evolution of the Magazine Cover**

1. Some characteristics of early magazine covers are simple, conservative, straight forward, and basic. Not many old magazine covers had bright colour or structure to them. They were mostly bland and had a single image with a title. They could be described as "bookish". ([])

2. A poster cover was an oversized magazine cover in which the carefully crafted image was the main point. Most poster covers did not contain cover lines or intruding titles. They were covers which could be considered posters when standing alone. The images were often very intricate and detailed. ([])

3. Cover lines are intended to draw readers to the magazine as well as provide insight into what lies within. Cover lines also provide depth and contrast to the cover image. ([])

4. An integrated cover is one which combines the use of an image with the cover lines. The colours usually contrast and help the image and cover lines to stand out. ([|http://longleaf.net/coverlines/integratedcover.html])

5.Too many cover lines can crowd and clutter a photo. Well placed cover lines enhance the photo rather than take away from it. ([])

6. **Outside the Box** - The title, image and cover lines are all contained within individual boxes. This keeps all the elements separate which eliminates any issues with printing text over image.
 * Inside the Box** - Knockouts are used to create boxes within an image in which text could be placed.
 * Columns** - A coloured vertical stripe on which the cover lines areprinted, preventing any image overlay.
 * Zones** - Each section or item on the cover has its own 'zone'. (eg. cover lines, logo, pictures, etc.)
 * Banners & Corners** - Small corners or banners can create some contrast and be a great way of adding text over an image without too much clutter.
 * Unplanned** **Spaces** - Text whichhas been placed in space which seems to have been left accidentally blank by illustrator.
 * Planned Spaces** - Most illustrations are created specifically for the placement of cover lines and elements within a cover.



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