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Photography - This is amazing photography to me, I definitely will want something similar as my original photography because it's just so genuine and it really exploits the subject's attitude. The photograph was edited to appear darker and tinted for effect. It will definitely attract the target audience,
Colour Scheme - The colour scheme was created after the photograph was taken so that the colours and the photograph have a symbiotic relationship. The colour scheme was made to suit the photograph it has completed that task effectively.The whole and orange complement the colour of the beer that the star is holding.
Body Language - The star is giving off natural body language and has a casual facial expression which the audience would like as it gives them a glimpse of what the star is like in real life. Also a bit of attitude is given off by the star which sends the audience an idea of how the star acts.
Quote - the quote is something that is typically used by NME and even if there is no title of the magazine on the double page spread, it can be easily guessed which music magazine these pages belong to. the quote gives the audience an idea of what the article will be about and it also grabs attention as it is bold and placed in the center of the page.
Page Number - Like every music magazine. the pages are numbered to make it easier for the audience to find what they need. It is also one of the codes and conventions.
Props - The beers are used as props in this photograph and their role is to give the readers a general idea of who the star is even if the reader has no idea who they are. They send the message of the star being a casual, relaxed, and a typical rocker.
Placement - The placement of this double page spread is not usual but in its simplicity, it is very appealing. On the left there is only a photograph with the title of the article and on the right is the actual article.