CONTENTS PAGE CREATION

To create the contents page for my magazine was a little more challenging than the front cover because the text was difficult to align and look neat at the the same time, because there is so much of it. I tried my best for the contents magazine to resemble well known magazines such as NME (because that is my favourite layout) but also to interpret my theme as well. I have documented the process below.

The first thing I did was add the logo, title (Contents) and other info. I added the logo and arranged it so it was in the same place as it was for the front cover. I then added a line - using the 'Line tool' and increasing the width - running alongside the logo and making it the same navy blue colour. I used the text tool to insert the word 'Contents' above the line and I think I made it look good as the text looks neat and aligned well.

I then added an image of my model with a guitar but she was wearing a top that did not match the colour scheme so I discarded this idea and used this simple, but effective, image instead. Underneath I typed her name 'Olivia Ashley' and page number in a bold font so it catches the readers eye.

After that I added a 'Features' column with an image of a young man with a guitar in black and white, and also included page numbers and info of what's on those pages. On this page I have decided to put the page numbers in purple and other text in black.

Below that I did a 'News!' column with more info about what's inside the magazine.

Lastly, I did a final column labelled 'Reviews'. Along with this I made a line next to the 'News!' column in order to separate the text from the text I inserted below the image. I did this because without it, the text all blurred into one, now it is easier to read and it flows easier.

I created a 'Band Index' on the right side of the page. I used purple page numbers and black text to differentiate the information and make it clear to read. I searched famous indie bands as well as using some from my own knowledge to create a variety or artists.

Below the band index I inserted text saying 'Get in touch...'. Below that I inserted the logo of Instagram, Twitter and of my own magazine 'RPM'. The page number is also in the corner.

On the left hand side of the page, below the three columns I added another section labelled 'Plus'. Here I added more information about what is accessible in the magazine and tried to make it look intriguing and stand out alongside all the other text on the page.

The final thing I added to the page was an advertisement. I placed an image of the front cover I created inside a black box made at the bottom, middle of the page. Then I inserted the text 'Subscribe today for just £5.95 a month! Offer ends in just 5 days. Go to RPMAG.co.uk or (phone number). Terms and conditions may apply...'. I added this so that the page look as real as possible and is representative of other music magazines being sold today.