Evaluation: Question Seven Response

Question 7: Looking back at your preliminary task, what do you feel you have learnt in the progression from it to the full producte?

 

I feel that I have improved quiet a lot and am impressed with the amount of knowledge I have gained when it comes to using different types of technology. 

I used two different art programs to get a range of different technological skills. With the preliminary task I used Adobe Ind. It was good working out all the different layout tools and finding out what I could use to align and get a professional look. On the final magazine I used GIMP 2.0 a free downloadable manipulation software, similar to Adobe Photoshop.

On the preliminary task there is a clear difference in alignment and the issues with them. Uke's mast head is behind the head of the model Lucy but still can be read. Downsouth's mast head prints right over the top of my model Chloe's hair which takes the attention off her and isnt very good. My alignment of the mast head is so much better on my final outcome as both the mast head and the model are clear and defined both draw in attention.

The third left is something I have improved on greatly as well. The preliminary task has words all over the model which looks messy and takes the audiences gaze away from her. On the cover of Uke the left third is neatly arranged around Lucy, this makes it look more professional and tidy.

I am pleased with both of my main cover lines as they are both placed neatly, on the Uke cover I explored more with different filtres which allowed me to get the text two colours instead of one. 

I have learnt many lessons on producing a product professionally and modern. I learnt the importance on not overcrowing the front cover to arange neatly and keep the audiences focus on all of the points of the front cover not just the words. The models selling power is just as great as the contents.

I have improved the most when looking at different filters and effects.

I feel that my final magazine would sell well if it went into production as it can stand out when alongside other magazines yet still have the proffesional feel and vibe. Wheras my first preliminary is rusty and wouldn't be something I would concider putting into print.