magazine covers Flashcards
Define “title” + effect
could be bold, coloured
Define “ears and teasers” + effect
upper left and right corners which invite the reader to look inside the magazine
Define “headlines” + effect
capture readers attention
Define “camera angle” + effect
looking down on a subject = weak
looking up at a subject = strong
Define “symbols” + effect
symbolise abstract ideas, deeper meaning
Define “lighting” + effect
crisp, warm, sets a tone
Define “colour” + effect
red = capture attention
brighter images = warmth, friendliness
Define “body language” + effect
conveys how they are positioned to the audience
effect of “smiles and teeth
the mouth can express emotions, smiling with teeth makes one appear more friendly, jovial and affable
effect of “gaze”
looking away = appear aloof, distant, unapproachable
looking at camera = appear engaged with the reader
effect of “position of hand”
crossed arms = strong
digesting hands = weakness
effect of “skin”
skin = exposure which could be interpreted as vulnerability etc.
effect of “torso”
leaning forward = appear engaged
lean backwards = seem disengaged
