Main Task: planning- Photographs

In order to gain an effective image for my front cover, as well as others that will feature on the contents and double page spread, I must carefully chose my models and location.
Because the genre of my magazine is rock/alternative, I feel the main image needs to be a little daring and push the boundaries.


 


However, through research I have discovered that some magazines of this same genre are very minimalistic on their covers and keep the main image simple- this makes the magazine more upmarket and perhaps improves its reputation to those who do not read it. Because of this, I do not want to make my main image too 'out there' although this may appeal to my target audience, I should save such entertaining images for the double page spread, in which they will be appreciated by the target audience. 







However, I will still aim to create a non-conformist vibe and hint at rebellious ideas. This means that my image needs to be set in a peculiar setting, this could be conveyed purely through unfamiliarity. I could achieve this effect by obscuring the background so the setting is in fact unclear, intriguing the reader. I could also connote these themes by placing my model in a very familiar well-known place: the model should then have an outlandish prop or costume to enthuse feelings of shock.






Obviously, I do not have access to places such as the Eiffel tower so if I chose to go for this effect, I must chose a well known place around the Worcestershire area. For instance, I could use the Elgar Statue or the Cathedral.