Feedback - Contents Page

The image above shows the feedback I have received from my class about my contents page. I received positive and constructive criticism in order to improve my final product.

The good feedback I received included the use of a band index as this is quite a conventional way of displaying bands/artists that my magazine will feature. A popular response from my magazine was that layout of my contents page looks professional due to the fact I have taken inspiration from a similar house styled magazine - NME. Someone also felt that the use of arrows was a clever feature as it directs the reader instantly to what articles that have interested them on the front cover.

I have also received constructed criticism from my peers. A suggestion within my feedback included inserting an image within the subscription box at the bottom of the page. This is something I intend to do when my front cover is complete. Therefore, I am happy that this was picked up on. A critique included that the text size within my article descriptions were too small. Therefore, I will edit this to make the text bigger so a wider audience will be able to read it.

I am happy with the criticism received as I feel this is exactly what I would change in order to improve my magazine.

Feedback - Front Cover

My teacher has assessed my front cover in various ways. He has first graded each respective point with a level between 1 and 4 (level 4 being grade A/B). I received a high level 3 for each section which would equal to a grade B. I have proficiently produced material which is appropriate for the target audience. I have clearly shown an understanding of conventions of layout and page design. I have also been able to manipulate photographs which are relevant to the context.

Specific strengths my teacher noted was that I have included a clear representation of a music magazine. He also mentioned that my layout was set out well.

Targets I have been set in order to improve on my front cover are to remove a subheading or two. This would to allow my front page look less busy as this can sometimes be too overpowering. The incorporation of a website at the bottom of the page would increase the realism of my magazine as this a convention.