10. Similar magazine research

Dazed Magazine - Willow Smith edition

• simple layout- very little text
• focuses on the image of Willow and the sunflower
• soft lighting paired with the sunflower creates a sense of innocence, purity or youthfulness
• the magazine is aimed at young people so this fits the conventions of a youth-based magazine

Bohemian Collective

• very natural- lighting, scenery, prop
• neutral colours links to bohemian style
• simple layout- the magazine focuses on living simply so this suits well
• 3 different fonts used- makes an interesting composition

Indie Magazine Cole Sprouse edition

• outdoor issue so is set outside, in a desert
• natural lighting used and shadows of plant used to add texture
• simple layout- minimal text, similar fonts used
• model is wearing a traditional sailor's outfit which doesn't fit the setting- this makes the magazine look interesting and draws a young audience in

Unknown magazine contents page

• unique layout, with image on left and contents list staggered on right
• distinct colour theme- yellow- makes it look modern and appeals to younger audience