Flat plan audience feedback

Eva Maddison: (16 year old female)

Front Cover Flat plan:

I really like the colour ideas for this flat plan as I can tell that they are contrasting colours which will make the writing stand out. I think the layout is good as it looks professional and works well as a whole and I can see that it would work well on a shelf with other magazines. I think the title of 'Diverge' is really interesting and unique and I have heard the term before so I understand what the meaning behind the title is and I think it works so well with your genre! I think if you stick to this layout and pick a font that works with your magazine I think it'll look really good overall!

Contents Page Flat plan:

I think it's good how the colour ideas are similar to the front cover so you can tell they are related as well as hopefully working well together to create an attractive product. It is a nice layout as it is very organised which means it is easy to read and understand.

Double Page Spread Flat plan:

I really do like the title Fireside on this double page spread as it is eye catching and suits the genre and will look good on the magazine as a whole. I do like the layout and I like how the writing in the article is split up as to me as a reader I generally will only read the articles that seem like they have little writing as I get bored easily otherwise. I also like how there is information on the bottom of the main image about the magazine as it fills the space and will look good.

Stephanie Colderick: (17 year old female)

Front Cover Flat plan: 

The name Diverge is a really cool and quirky name and by having this is as black text against a white background will really help the text to stand out and be eye catching on the cover. I really like the idea of using a close up shot as this will create a direct link to the audience and make the magazine look engaging on the shelf. The red lipstick will also be a key feature point and link in very well with the red text. You have also covered the key conventions of magazine via your cover page by having the barcode which will make your magazine look realistic.
Contents Page Flat plan: 
The layout of different boxes for the contents page is a great idea as this will easily sort the text for audiences and help the contents page look reader friendly and interesting. By featuring your double page artist this will create a link through your magazine which will make the magazine look like a realistic magazine. I like how you have linked your ideas and inspiration to real magazines on your flat plan as this clearly shows how your magazine will look realistic.

Double Page Spread Flat plan:

I really like how the title is across the top of the page as this tells me clearly who the article is going to be about and lays out the rest of the page clearly; however, a different title would also work well to be more creative and to draw people into the article more. I think the idea of using a pull quote is a good idea and would definitely attract me to read the rest of the article. By having the text in columns the text looks more appealing to read and a lot more reader friendly. I like the idea of having an image within the article however I would suggest that you don’t make this image too small as this will lose the effect and impact. I really like the idea of a having an image take up the right hand side page as this will place empathise on the band and pull the double page together.

Amy Bradley: (16 year old female)

Front Cover Flat plan:

Your front covers title is very enticing and I can imagine that the title with black font would really stand out amongst the white background which is perfect for catching your audiences attention. Your ideas about the make up of your model is very well thought through and would definitely attract your specific target audience. I also believe that the audience you are trying to attract here is easily known through your use of colours of black, red and white. Yet again, your front covers use of colours and simplistic layout goes exceptionally nicely with the rest of your ideas for your magazine. The only slight bit of criticism is that I believe the barcode could be positioned horizontally. 

Contents Page Flat plan:

I love the way you have decided to portray your contents page- despite the fact that you have used a simple layout design it's really effective and I can see some really good potential for this as your contents page. I also like how you have differenciated the differences in the colours of the headings and numbers as this gives a very sophisticated and smart feel to your magazine. The originality of your magazine follows the rest of your ideas which is what I really adore, the way in which your magazine flows. The white border around your page really compliments the rest of this page and you can see that you have really thought out your ideas.

Double Page Spread Flat plan:

I like the way in which you have positioned your band name 'Fireside' in large and bold text as it's very eye catching for an audience member. Although, maybe having a catchy subtitle in large font then having the bands name underneath it would look nice. I personally enjoy the way you have structured there layout of your article as I believe it would be very easy to read. It is clear to see where you have got your inspiration from other magazines from yet your magazine is still very individual due it its unique band name and other elements. I also love how you have displayed one image as the main focus on this page as it will allow the audience to concentrate on the information about the band members rather than lots of photos. You have clearly done lots of research into other magazines as this shows in your structured layout of your double page spread. The way you have decided to put a website address at the bottom of the photo is also a good idea as it appears as a good form of advertsing.