Draft questions for DPS

Kian King born and raised in Tottenham, is an upcoming singer-songwriter. Finally getting noticed by one of the biggest producers in America, ‘Mike Will Made It’ moving to a new continent has made him as successful as he is today.

·         This question is a bit mainstream, but many people struggle to make it where you are today. How do you do it, and do you have advice for struggling artists?

Now this might sound cliché, but honestly the main thing is to believe in yourself. You would be surprised how many people give up on their dreams because people tell them it’s ‘unrealistic’. I’d also say to have a clear mindset; plan what you’re going to do, so that you can create a pathway for yourself. Also be aware of the people around you ‘cos as much as people want to deny it, their opinions contribute a lot to the decisions you make. Honestly, its all about motivation, guidance, and making sure you don’t lose your way.

·         What was it like growing up in Tottenham, and was moving to LA a significant change?

I love Tottenham. It’s my hometown, where I developed into who I am today. However, as much as I hate to say, it isn’t really ‘The Land of Opportunity’. In order to make it in the business, you need to step out of your comfort zone, and although I occasionally feel homesick, really feel like this was the right move to make.

·         How did your childhood affect you as an adult?

Well I’m an only child, but mainly grew up with my cousins - 5 of them! - So I was never lonely. Growing up with them taught me understanding, I guess... but more importantly actually inspired me to become a musician. Musical talent runs in the family; my Grandad played guitar, and that went through generations, reason being why music is a big part of my life. So for me to take my ability and, like, actually go somewhere, it’s a really big deal. We literally went from nothing to everything.

·         You know a lot of people look up to you, especially young people. What’s it like to have young fans aspire to be you?

(Laughing) It honestly feels surreal ‘cos in all honesty, I really don’t see myself as different from them. In fact I’m just like them; A boy with a dream.

·         You’ve worked with many artists over the past year. Which collab are you most proud of?

I don’t really wanna pick and choose as all my experiences the different artists have all been amazing, as there is a variety within my music. However, I must say ASAP Rocky has to be one of the best collabs. Never ever did I think I’d be sitting in a room talking about how me and ASAP Rocky are boys! (Laughing) But seriously, I think he really relates to my music, and we don’t really work with that mainstream Hip Hop, we kinda make it our own. He’s an original guy. I look up to him.

·         What’s your hidden talent?

(Laughing) I’d have to say dancing, man. To me it’s another way, apart from music to express myself. It’s fun. You can do it with anyone and everyone. It’s a way to block the outside hen you need cheering up, blocks the negativity.

Final Magazine

Workshop Targets

Things to complete in tomorrow's Workshop:

•  Gather more Location pictures
• Complete Contents Page
• Fix spacing on Cover Page
• Change size and font on Contents Page

Working Progress; Contents Page

Final DPS

Final Magazine Cover

Working progress: Contents Page

Music Magazine Photoshoot

https://goo.gl/photos/pFbc56HiuttXVi7H8

Double Page Spread Sketch

Today I made a draft of my double page spread. I would like to have the model in the middle of the page with writing spaced around him/ her. However Im aware that having the model in the middle of might disturb the picture, as there is a break in between pages so it may cut the picture off, although that could be adjusted by moving the picture more the the edge of the page.

Phtotography Call Sheet

Photography Call Sheet

Date: Thursday, November 17^th, 2016                                       

Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm                                                           

Assignment: Music Magazine Photo Shoot

Location: Leyton Sixth Form College Photography Studio

Client: Lavishh

Media:  Nikon

Compensation Trade: N/A

Primary Shoot Contact: Sharnee Angel Ramsamy

Photographer: Sharnee Angel Ramsamy

MUA: N/A

Hair Stylist: N/A

Wardrobe Stylist: Sharnee Angel Ramsamy

Model 1: Sharnee R

Model 2: Kian

Model 3: Hannah O

Model 4: Leyah B

Special Instructions:

1.    Variety of different clothing

2.    Male model should wear white t-shirt, blue jeans

3.    No specific colour scheme for female models, dress youthful

4.    Different types of shoes

Timeline:

3:00 – 3:20 meet models and discuss the plan e.g. poses and positions

3:20 – 4:00 ongoing photoshoot

Concept: main models for cover page and double page spread, individually. For the contents page, all models join each taking turns to pose with one another. The shoot does contain some hugging, so models must be comfortable. The shoot should give out a youthful look, however some seriousness to make it seem appropriate for teenagers.

Working progress: Masthead

Today i created my main masthead design. I have decided my font however i am still unsure of the colour. As my main colours are black white and grey, i want to make an accent colour, which can stand out i.e green or pink.

Music Magazine Cover Sketch

Todays lesson was spent sketching the cover of my music magazine. The colour scheme is still undecided, however the the font and camera shot will be similar. I would like to give the cover light colours, like so, to make sure the colours arent too harsh but can also stand out.

Media Leyton Magazine Evaluation: Cover Page

What did you try to achieve?

My aim was to duplicate the professional look of a college magazine using techniques and different software to create an eye-catching magazine for readers. Using Photoshop, I created the front cover, and managed to include the properties of an original college magazine. 

What went well?

I think the layout and the organisation of my magazine was displayed nicely, and also the colour scheme, (black, white and brown), came together nicely, because they’re simple colours and not too bright, however stand out and suit the context of the magazine and additionally they blended nicely with what the model on the cover was wearing. I also managed to include a range of sub headings which were suitable for the reader, and the targeted audience for the magazine; college students. Using exclamation marks at the end of each sub headings creates a sense of excitement, hopefully making the reader more intrigued. I added a baseline at the bottom, and a prize winning advertisement at the top. The purpose of putting the prize near the centre of the page was to attract the reader, as you tend to look at the centre. The picture of the iPad also clashed with the original colour scheme, which makes it stand out.  Moreover, my masthead was written using a big bold font, making it clear to the target audience what the magazine will include. I used a picture of a student smiling, just to make the magazine look exciting for students to read, which would encourage people to purchase it.

What do others think?

Having had it peer assessed, other people commented how they liked the use of my colour scheme, and how it’s not too bright, and even though dull colour were chosen, the layout makes it seem professional and organised.

What could be improved?

Although the colour scheme was much organised, the black headings and the colour of the sofa in the background were very similar, therefore causing the text to blend with the background making it difficult to read. Additionally, the picture used could have been planned and organised more with the colour scheme, as the model could have worn black or white, however it still works well.

3 targets would be:

1.      Have the colour scheme planned properly, and use brighter colours

2.      To give the magazine a realistic look, add a price

3.      Make sure the titles do not blend into the background

Leyton Magazine

Media analysis 1

Front Page: Image

Mid- Long shot is used to portray celebrity ‘Nas’

There is a solid black background, giving the cover an edgy effect, and the model is wearing all black clothes to match the colour scheme

The celebrity is wearing a shirt with an old trumpet player, which gives denotations that he is trying to promote what RnB used to be in the early 90s.

He has a serious facial expression which suggests to the reader that he is a serious and determined artist

The plain outfit and background, gives connotations that he mainly focuses on just his music, and not so much appearance, unlike current celebrities.

Colour Scheme

·         Black, White and Red (outfit matches background)

·         Font; San-Serif

Page Layout

·         Masthead; XXL Worldwide

·         Celebrity covers some of the masthead; suggests that XXL is well established, and Nas has dominance

·         Anchorage is celebrities name

·         Side cover titles around the page, gives the reader an idea of what they’re going to read

·         Includes barcode

·         Main cover line anchors the picture

·         Skyline: ‘Hip-Hop on a higher level’; tells reader the genre of the magazine

On the contents page, they have stuck to the same colour scheme as the cover.

Each subheading has a bold font and capital letters, which connotates formality. The midshots of ‘Nas’ and Tyler the Creator’ shows the reader what the main event/ storyline will be about in the magazine.

They have also left more space for the picture than text, and this makes the magazine look less boring to the buyer.

They have included the brand of the magazine on the contents page to spread the promotion of the brand , and also the usage of capital letters withi the sub-headings connotates formailty, which clashes with the urban magazine.

Short, punchline headelines have been used to make the magazine sound more fast paced, along with the summary of stories to build the suspense for the reader.

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f   A mid shot of Nas runs over to the next page, only leaving a quarter of the page for the text, which will attract the reader due to the lack of writing. The choice of spacing also allows the article to stand out in the magazine. In the background, boxing props have been used which have denotations of determination, as boxing is a very focused sport, and this relates to the celebrity and his attitude towards music and his career. The way Nas is dressed follows the stereotype of rap artists, for example white vest, jewelry, tattoos and emotionless expression.

^  The 'pull quote' at the bottom of the article has been taken from the article, which will help draw in extra attention from the audience.As its the biggest piece of text, it will probably be read first, which will then intrigue the reader to find out more.

    The text has been put into one column and several paragraphs which makes it easier to read, and the header of the double page spread is the celebrities name.

     

       This audience is targeted at people in their late teens to late twenties, judging by the music genre, which is hip-hop and rap music. This genre of music attracts the younger generation therefore they would be most likely to buy the magazine. There are roughly 78% male readers, and  67% of readers are African American.

      XXL is one of the top selling music magazines, selling over 100,000 copies, with a price of $5.99 per copy.

    

In this lesson, I created a Billboard front cover for Rihanna, using different photoshop tools.

Magazine Flat Plan

College magazine 
The 3 main colour scheme is orange white, black and an accent colour of blue. To make the main cover line stand out, the models name is printed in the biggest and boldest font, along with cover lines surrounding the page. the difference between this magazine and music magazines is, the image looks a lot neater, and also portrays the ideal student. The models shirt is tucked in, really clean and he's wearing all white, which gives the idea to the reader/buyer that he is the ideal student, and makes him seem like a role model as such. the fact that he's wearing a shirt and not a normal t-shirt emphasises that he is a serious student.

Class analysis of Usher in 'Vibe' Magazine

Image

• Mid Long Shot (MLC)
• Aeroplane in background
• Pilot/ Engineer clothing
• Box-fresh white shirt
• Dog Tags
• Aviator shades
• "Top Gun"- classic US icon
• Lighting: High Key lighting, emphasises star quality
• Runway/ Airstrap

Colour scheme: 

Blue, Yellow, Khaki (and black).

Font: san-serif

Genre

Expensive accessories; connotate RnB

Page Layout

Masthead: Vibe

Convention to place star in front of masthead

Vibe is well established/ Usher has dominance

Skyline; names of other artists

included QR code, website and Barcode

Main cover Line 

Anchors picture

Large 

other cover lines (what else is in the magazine)

Production Schedule

As well as studying Media, im very much into fashion, and I'm eager to learn more about 'Mise en Scene', where I can choose the models outfits and props for the magazine. Im also very much into writing, so creating articles and stories for magazines or blogs is something I look forward to.

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