How does your media product represent particular social groups? A social group can be made up of two or people who share a common identity. My magazine is targeted at many different social groups. Either by their interests, ie- festivals or with sub-cultures. As my magazine is for a wide audience it is targeting many different sub-cultures, some of these being; indies, trendy and mosher
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I found this image on the internet of an existing magazine cover which is similar to mine in the sense of the model. Both are a long shot of the model with a face on view, the models are looking at the audience. They are both smiling which suggests the vibe of the magazine is quite uplifting, not depressing in anyway. Aswell in the 'Elle' magazine cover all the colours are similar, her dress matches the text and masthead. I have also used a similar tactic, matching the models hair colour with the mast head and some of the cover lines. Furthermore the fact that on both the covers the model is in long shot suggests the idea of gender issues. Making women seem just as important, for example if it was just a head shot, the image would come across to the readers as something to do with the mind. However the long shot could also be taken as a stereotype of the models physical attraction, portraying women as objects to be looked upon. The clothing used for my magazine represents the sub culture of 'Indie', the comfy yet unique outfit suggests uniqueness and a personality that doesnt just follow the crowd. This is different to the outfit the model is wearing in the other magazine, her clothing has been chosen to highlight her femininity and portray the stereotype of women, sexy and to be desired. As it is a womens magazine it has been done not to attract male attention but to make women aspire to have the 'ideal body'. Whilst producing my magazine I didn't really think about if it had a pro-consumerist or anti-consumerist stance. However If I had to choose one I would say there was a pro-consumerist stance, showing the audience that they too can aim high with their life and just becuase they didnt have the best start in life doesnt mean they cant achieve their dreams. This message is more highlighted throughout the double page spread but is mentioned on a cover line on the front page. I have included less known artists and bands into my magazine as it is aimed more at 'Indies'. Indies are most populary known for experimenting with new music. If i was to go more mainstream with the music, for example current chart toppers, then I would not only be limiting the market but also putting my magazine in competition with lots of other similar magazines.
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I found this image on the internet of an existing magazine cover which is similar to mine in the sense of the model. Both are a long shot of the model with a face on view, the models are looking at the audience. They are both smiling which suggests the vibe of the magazine is quite uplifting, not depressing in anyway. Aswell in the 'Elle' magazine cover all the colours are similar, her dress matches the text and masthead. I have also used a similar tactic, matching the models hair colour with the mast head and some of the cover lines. Furthermore the fact that on both the covers the model is in long shot suggests the idea of gender issues. Making women seem just as important, for example if it was just a head shot, the image would come across to the readers as something to do with the mind. However the long shot could also be taken as a stereotype of the models physical attraction, portraying women as objects to be looked upon. The clothing used for my magazine represents the sub culture of 'Indie', the comfy yet unique outfit suggests uniqueness and a personality that doesnt just follow the crowd. This is different to the outfit the model is wearing in the other magazine, her clothing has been chosen to highlight her femininity and portray the stereotype of women, sexy and to be desired. As it is a womens magazine it has been done not to attract male attention but to make women aspire to have the 'ideal body'. Whilst producing my magazine I didn't really think about if it had a pro-consumerist or anti-consumerist stance. However If I had to choose one I would say there was a pro-consumerist stance, showing the audience that they too can aim high with their life and just becuase they didnt have the best start in life doesnt mean they cant achieve their dreams. This message is more highlighted throughout the double page spread but is mentioned on a cover line on the front page. I have included less known artists and bands into my magazine as it is aimed more at 'Indies'. Indies are most populary known for experimenting with new music. If i was to go more mainstream with the music, for example current chart toppers, then I would not only be limiting the market but also putting my magazine in competition with lots of other similar magazines.
Perhaps you could comment on your representation fo GENDER here. The long shot focuses on the model's physical attraction and so stereotypically represents wome as objects. The direct address implies a willingness to be seen like this. Think about these issues. Is your representation of femininity stereotypical or does it challenge stereotypes?
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