Make notes about the image using the headings. Then consider the prompt questions. Use your notes to answer the questions

When complete compare your answers to the ones suggested.

Adbusters
Layout
 
Masthead
 
Cover lines
 
Main image (shot type, angle, focus)
 
Font size, type, colour etc.
 
Mise-en-scene – colour, lighting, location, costume/dress, hair/make-up as appropriate
 
Language/anchorage of images and text
 
Elements of narrative
 

How does the combination of elements of media language:

  • Communicate messages and values?
  • Reflect the social/cultural context?
  • Establish the brand identity of the magazine?
  • Appeal to the target audience?