1. TV Magazine Analysis

2. The image callout here tells the reader what
is happening in the image and maybe a
small bit of background information. It is a
common convention in all magazines.
The grab quote is central within the article
text, and is obvious due to the quotation
marks. The box the grab quote is decorated Principle image: Largest image on the magazine article.
with is a Union Jack, and along with the Belle is central in front of a backdrop depicting London; it
London backdrop behind Belle, makes it is obvious she is the main protagonist in the programme.
clear where the programme is set and that it She looks seductively at the camera and is wearing black,
is a British Drama, it is also patriotic. suggesting sexuality is a main theme of the show.

3. Secondary image: it is a screen grab from the drama.
Belle is also closer to the camera and stands out in the The sub text, informs the reader what the article and
image, highlighting her key role and power over the man. programme is going to be about, this is a common
The red is also prominent in the image due to the red convention of a magazine article. It is also in bold capital
arrow in which the image sits on along with the Masthead. font, making it stand out.
The end of the column states the
The page number here is a time, date and channel that the
common convention in all programme will be airing; this is a
magazines. The magazine brand common convention in TV guide
identity is also usually next to the articles.
page number.

4. The masthead is very clear on the article especially with the bright red arrow underneath the
text. The text is in block capitals and in white which also stands out greatly against the red.
The arrow points to the image of Belle with a play on words. She is a ‘Call Girl’ but the text is
also asking who is calling her. The arrow also highlights that Belle is the main protagonist of
the drama and is central to the programme. The colour red also adds to the sense of
seduction along with the black dress as together they can connote sexuality.
The text is in columns and in a
serifs font. It appears formal and
adds to the adult nature of the
show. Although not entirely
targeted at the target audience.

5. The masthead is slanted with the shape of the cane that Dr House is carrying on his
back. The effect of this adds to the consistency of the article and makes it look more
attractive. The font is in capitals and in serifs font, making it appear formal and
attractive to the target audience. There is also a small image on the side of the
masthead, a tear drop, which adds to the sad nature. of the chosen masthead.
The subtext of the article informs the reader of what the
article is going to be about and gives some background
information. The text is also in serifs fonts, consistent with
the masthead and in capitals. The slanted style of text is
also consistent with the mast head and makes it appear
more aesthetically pleasing.

6. This is the principle image and in fact the only image on this page. He is in his doctor costume along with his
walking stick and appears smart with his hair slicked back. The image goes across both pages and is the
main component of the double page. The plain blue background compliments his blue shirt and yet still
makes sure he stands out the most. The image has also been cut out to blend in with the background.
The text here, again slanted with
the masthead and subtext, tells
The image callout tells the reader more about the drama
the reader who has written the
and the protagonist/actor pictured in the article.
magazine article and the
interview.

7. There is often a drop cap at the start of an article but here
there is just a larger and different colour font to start the
article. This is a common convention of most magazine
articles.
The text is in serifs and is in columns. These are regular
Another common convention of a magazine article is the
conventions of a magazine article. The serifs font is also
page number at the bottom left or right hand side of the
consistent with the masthead and subtext. It also adds to
double page spread along with the magazine brand
the formality of the article and is directly aimed at the
identity next to it.
target audience (age 35 – 60).

8. From the analysis of the articles from TV Guide magazines it is easy
to see what we need to have in our article:
Primary (sometimes secondary or more) images
Subtext under the masthead
Masthead
Grab quote
Image Callout
Screen grab (if appropriate)
A plain background cover (more aesthetically pleasing)
Text in columns (sans serifs or serifs – whichever more appropriate)
A drop cap
Page number & Magazine brand identity
The date, time and channel the programme will be airing