RESEARCHING INTO THE MAGAZINES I COULD POTENTIALLY CHOOSE:
For part of this module, we have to create a front cover including a masthead, a contents page and 2 double-page spreads; on one of the three magazines, Arkitekt, the gentlewoman and Filmmaker.
Before choosing the magazine, I decided to briefly research them to get a general understanding of them.
ARKITEKT - this is a high-end fictional architecture magazine. The target audience seems to be people who have an interest in architecture, students and even professionals. If I were to estimate I think that the target audiences’ age would be around 18 - 40+, this is because due to the minimalistic layout/colour palette and sleek design the magazine seems to appeal to a wide demographic.
I think the main purpose of the magazine is to show appreciation for architecture and to showcase architecture from all across the globe. I think that this could be a very interesting magazine to look at.
THE GENTLEWOMAN - the gentlewoman showcases a new and bright perspective on fashion, that illustrates the way in which women actually look and dress. By having a quick glance at the magazine, I think that this magazine would most likely be targeted at women around the ages of 20-40. The stylistic appearance of some of the issues within the magazine creates quite a nostalgic feel which leads me to think that this magazine also targets an older generation as well. The main purpose of the magazine seems to be highlighting influential designers, new designers and also creating wholesome content that depicts women in realistic imagery.
FILMMAKER - quarterly publication magazine covering issues relating to independent film. The magazine was founded in 1992. The main purpose of the magazine is to highlight independent films emerging talent, which usually contains directors, producers, actors and animators. When researching into the magazine, the main things that are included within the magazines are interviews, case studies, financing and distribution information etc. I think that this magazine would be targeted at people who enjoy films, especially independent films. Not just that but the magazine seems to appeal to a wide demographic.
