Double page spread

This double page spread from NME MAGAZINE has many different design aspects that make it stand out to its intended audience. The colour scheme for this double page spread is black and white and features a pointed gun. The connotations of the colour white is usually associated with calmness, clarity and neutrality also it is said to evoke purification of thoughts and creates peace of mind. However black symbolised strong emotions which can be accompanied with sophistication and power. The contrast of these two colours accompanies the medium close up image and the facial expression which is one of misunderstood anger. The image also represents the colour black as it shows power through the symbolism of the gun but the blackness and the void in his expression show that he is very emotional thus complimenting the cover lines “it wouldn’t work if there weren’t frictions, the libertines can fuck off”. Anger appears to be the main emotion evoked in this image.

The article title “CARL TAKES AIM” accompanies the layout of the page as it has the rings of an aiming target which are on most weapons.  The tone of this double page spread is informative and is practically entertainment for the reader. The register for this piece is grammatically sound and features direct speech from many aspects. It has elements of authorial comment with in its narrative. The target audience for this story would be fans of Carl therefore making it enjoyable for them to read and in sighting them in to his most recent adventures. The purpose would be to inform as it is a story about him and those connected with him. The dps also has aspects of dramatic devices to make the piece cunning and excitable to read.

The fonts for this double page spread are san serif. They are bold and work with the black and white colour scheme.