Preliminary Project Evaluation
In my front cover, I have
both used and challenged conventions. For example, I have used the convention
of having cover lines consist of a larger phrase to catch the reader’s
attention, and then a longer phrase underneath expanding on the subject. I
challenged the convention of having the masthead at the top of the magazine
with the slogan above or underneath by having the masthead down the side of my
magazine with the slogan perpendicular at the top. I chose to do this so that
my magazine stands out from the standard design, but not too much as to be
confusing and put off potential readers.
I believe my front cover
has turned out well. Comparing the final image with the image I started with,
you can see that I managed to increase the overall quality of the photo, as
well as turn it into a magazine cover.
I feel that my choice of
house style could have been improved, as I did not factor in the colour of my
background in the design stage, so the colour of the text did not show up well
without a black or white outline. I also feel my choice of font did not fit the
type of magazine I was looking for, as it was too bland.
I think that my time
management could have been improved, as at the beginning of the project I did
not have the focus I have at the end. If I had started with the mind-set I have
at the end of the project, I could have spent more time on creating my front
cover. Although I am happy with how it came out, I still feel I could have
improved it more.
For my main coursework
portfolio, I need to begin with the correct mind-set, in order to maximise the
time I have to complete the project. Additionally, I should plan the cover
photo and background, along with the layout and design of the front cover,
before deciding on a house style, allowing me to properly co-ordinate the
colour scheme. I should also focus somewhat on the smaller details of a
magazine cover, which will allow me to create a more accurate and believable
image for my portfolio.
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