mock Editorial Piece

While creating my first mock editorial piece, I decided to add a Diptych styled layout.  This layout is common within most magazines, I was able to gather information from a wide variety of sources including websites and magazines, which are used for reviewing and advertising films.  Both sides of this piece is sized at A4, this will allow me to add a large font size, which in turn will make it easier for people with eye sight problems to read. The contrast of the text is strong, the black background combined with the red and white colour of the text creates an eye catching effect. The main heading and subheading harmonise with the background, this technique makes the overall vibe feel calm and tranquil. The film (The Godfather) is known for its violent scenes, the red text colour represents the emotions and content of this film. The text size is clear to see without having to look closely at the article this retains the viewer’s attention.

I have opted for a portrait layout, I believe this works well with portrait images. The main advantage of using a black background is the contrast, when using a vibrant text colour on a black Background it creates an attention grabbing effect. Moreover image is also perfect for using on a black background because the black shadow on the image blends in with the background. The font style of the heading and subheading reflects a historic style, which is perfect for advertising the (The Godfather).   

 When creating this article, I decided to add an image of an old Chicago train station to reflect the period the (Godfather) was set in, which is the 1930s, However I was informed that I was not permitted to help myself to images posted online as they may be protected by copyright law.

Copy right law – gives the creator of a piece of Literary, Dramatic, Musical and Film piece of work the authority to control who may use their work and ways in which it may be used. In many cases the creator will ask to be referenced as the author. Restricted acts include not asking for consent before copying a piece of work, But in my case, I am permitted to use the image for educational use. Failure to comply could result in a Law suit and fine.

The aspect of this image, which I think does not work well is the text colour, it is not clearly visible on a dark background, to improve the visibility of the text I should change the text colour