Magazine Cover Conventions Blog Reflection

 Magazine Cover Conventions Blog Reflection

THE PROCESS

The process of this magazine was different than the other projects. I didn't know how to use the program we were given, so I had to learn step by step how to use the tools and add text and color, etc. The assignment was to take a photo and use it to make a magazine cover with specific requirements. I decided to use the kids' playground for the preschoolers at my school as my cover image. It had the most color and character than my other options.

MAGAZINE CONVENTIONS

I wanted to use coverlines that are attention-grabbing and relate to my magazine genre, which is advice/lifestyle. I decided to go with a vibe that offers tips and facts for parenting. I then copied a random barcode for my magazine and a puff that would attract little kids' attention, 'FREE STICKERS INSIDE!!"

CHALLENGES
Some challenges I faced was the difficulty in finding a good location to take a photo at our school. I wanted to get action, but nothing was really going on. So, once I chose my photo, it was hard to think of a good topic that I could write about.

SUCESSES

I now know how to use a new editing platform, which is extremely beneficial for the future if I need it. I also learned some critical thinking skills to think outside the box to meet certain criteria. Even though I am doing the movie opening and not the magazine cover, I now understand the fundamental steps to create one and how to adapt to new learning curves. If I were to do this assignment again, I hope I have the opportunity to take a better photo or be assigned a specific prompt so I would have inspiration.

This was my final product: