Double Page Spread Research

 

I have decided to look at excisting double page spreads in different magazines before creating my own. Looking at previous professional double page spreads will hopefully show me what is used around the market and give me insipration to give my double page spread the same professional aspect.

Even though all of the double page spreads shown here are from different magazines, you can see that they all stick to the design of a full page picture on one side and the article on the other. So, for a professional look on my magazine I will stick to this idea too.
 
Firstly, I really like the idea of the 'L' on th Lady Gaga cover behind the article as it reinforces the article topic and gives it a modern and contempary look to it. Adding to this the fact that the whole page is black and white, the red 'L' brightens up the page and will catch a readers eye when flicking through the magazine.
 
However, I also like the idea that the title runs over to the other page on the 'Kerrang' cover as it clearly shows that it is a double page spread and also clearly idnetifies that the article is about the picutre shown on the opposite page.
A major convention which is shown in these images and that I will stick to is the use of collumns for my article. This is used in nearly all magazines to ensure a professional look. It also makes it clear and easy to read.