Q Contents

This is the contents page from an issue of ‘Q’ magazine. The name of the magazine ‘Q’ has been placed on the top left corner of the contents page along with the title of the page ‘Contents’. This stands out as it is in a white font against a black bordering block. As black and white are contrasting colours the look works well. Both the name of the magazine and title of the page are along the route of the eye so people will spot it easily. The date is also placed and website of the magazine is at the top of the page too. The website is across the route of the eye so people will spot it easily, meaning they are more likely to visit the site. They are both in a smaller font though as they are less important. Although, the name is quite small on the page, it still stands out as it is larger than the rest of the text and a white font in a block of red colour. These colours compliment each other well too. This suggests that the name of the magazine is an important feature as it stands out. The layout of the page is well presented and organised. The way that the page is neatly ordered allows the reader to easily navigate around the page. The article information is located on the left hand side of the page whereas the images are positioned on the right hand side. The sub headings also stand out as they are in a white font with a red blocked border around them. They are bigger than the other text on the page, except for the title, as they need to attract the audience to the articles. The main image on the contents page is of the band ‘The Courteeners’. This image takes up most of the contents page which suggest it is the most important and will be the most popular feature of the magazine. The picture reflects the genre and style of the magazine and suggests to the audience what sort of artists to expect inside. The colour scheme used on the contents is black, white and red and it the same for all ‘Q’ magazines. However, this particular contents page has gold text as it is a ‘Oasis’ special edition which emphasizes the band. The text used on the cover is quite informal and to the point which is effective as it will be easy for the audience to read meaning they will be more inclined to buy the magazine. For example words like ‘dodgy’ are used which is quite casual language. This would appeal to the audience as they know the magazine will be an easy read. It is very clear to the reader what information and what to expect on each page. Readers’ reviews are shown at the bottom of the page. The magazine is referred to as ‘the world’s biggest and best music magazine’ which would encourage the audience to buy the magazine.