FINAL DRAFT: FRONT COVER

I compared my previous design against magazine front covers I have analysed previously on my blog to help alter my own design. I was unhappy with it's general unprofessional appearance which I couldn't quite place what was causing it, and realised it was very likely the fonts. Sure enough, by using only 2 different fronts and alternating them, and also by sticking to a nice contrast of text colour, I have been able to tie my front cover together well.

Second Draft: Double Page Spread Following Feedback

After receiving some feedback for my first DPS draft, I realised the flaws in the first design. A DPS needs to really be devoted to the subject, and with such a large amount of space, it should allow large images.

This is just a quick mock-up of my possible future DPS - having 3 columns as opposed to two allows it to look more professionally laid out, and it's not so text-book format.

Big headers are needed, and it must be eye-catching. This still needs a lot of work, but this is the process I'm going through so it's worth blogging!

First Draft: Contents Page

This is my first draft of my contents page which very closely follows my flatplan designs. I'm happy with this design - colourful, minimal.

First Draft: Double Page Spread

This is my first draft of my DPS. Overall I'm happy with the design, it's very traditional and looks clear. However, I'm conscious of the white background. I think I'd like to play around with that and find an alternative that still allows the text to stand out - though I realise this may be difficult.

Second Front: Cover Draft

Second Draft

Following my peer feedback from my initial draft, I've been working on improving that draft into something more suitable, and something I'm happier to show.

- I've changed the header font into something bolder and bigger so it's more of an eye-catching part of the design. I found the last font to almost blend in with the background which isn't what I want.
- I also edited the size of the cover lines, and reduced the amount I had on there. This creates a more minimalist feel which I think suits the overall look and allows the cover to say more about itself without text dictating it.
- I also decided to move my model so she was more on the right hand side of the cover. While this was a bit of a tricky procedure as I had to add more onto the image as the photo wasn't large enough, I did eventually get there. I moved the cover lines to the left hand side to add more balance to the cover.

Still needs some work but this is where I'm up to for the time being!