'Q' Magazine

Front Cover:

This issue of 'Q' magazine uses a different colour scheme and layout than usual. The background of the page is grey, despite most issues being white. The logo is red and white, which is the main colour scheme throughout. The text is arranged in the middle of the page, however, 'Q' magazine usually places text around the central image. The majority of the text is white, which is presented clearly on the dark background. 'Hottest things in music right now' is written in red, which stands out in comparrison to the rest of the text. There colour gold is used on '101', which is eye-catching and not a colour 'Q' magazine usually uses on the front cover, suggesting this issue is different. The image is of the band being featured. The guitar is on fire, which is in reference to the title 'they're on fire'. There is a red strip at the bottom corner of the page, which stands out and is directly opposite the red box of the 'Q' logo. There is two other images of bands/artists on the front cover, in front of the main image. The front cover is very image dominated, with less text than 'Q' usually has on the front covers. 

Contents Page:

The contents page is set out in a 'blocky' style. There is two images, but the majority of the page is covered by text. The colour scheme is the same as the front cover (red, white and gold). The writing is black with a white background behind it, which is simplistic and easy to read. The 'Q Review' section is underneath the central image and has a pale blue background behind the significantly smaller text. The text sizes show what is more important - the contents section is larger because it is what the page is mainly about. The page numbers are red, which draws attention and makes it easy for the reader to quickly jump to the page they want. The title for 'oasis special' is written in gold, and is in a seperate text box from the rest of the contents, which shows that it is a special feature for this specific issue.

Double Page Spread:

The double page spread is image dominated, as a photograph of lady gaga covers one half of the page, sticking with the rule of thirds, and is eye-catching and attracts attention. The colours are a mixture of black and red, with a simple white background, sticking with the traditional 'Q' colour scheme. 'She's the man' is written in very large font. This grabs attention straight away and makes the reader curious as to what the article will be about. The text underneath is written in smaller black font. 'lady gaga' is highlighted in red, to make it clear that the article was about her, if it was not already obvious from the photograph opposite. There are three arrows in the corner of the page, to show that the article will continue on the next page.