Language.
This magazine front cover follows the conventions of a front cover of a magazine as there is a main image, a masthead at the top of the front cover in bold writing but doesn't have a barcode. The front cover also has three main colours which are blue, black and white. This is consistent so the front cover looks professional and not messy. This magazine has formal language on it to portray intelligence, as college is where you work and learn things. The photograph is at a medium close-up to show that she is in smart clothing, which suits the fact that the magazine is for college students. The text used is suitable for the genre of magazine as the cover lines are to do with scholarships. The background of the front cover is a plain green as to not take the focus off of the girl. The masthead has a graduation hat on top of the j, which suits the genre of a college magazine. The cover line 'Got scholarships?' grabs the attention of the reader to get them to read the magazine as it draws you in. The front cover also has a date it was issued, which follows the conventions of a magazine.
Institution.
This magazine is an American magazine for university students, as the wording is American orientated. This magazine has no barcode which means that the magazine could not be sold in a shop, but is most likely to be given out around college for free to students.
Ideology.
The magazine aims to help students know more about scholarships and choose the right one for them.
Audience.
This magazine is aimed at people going to, or already at college, who are interested in maybe going for a scholarship. It could also be for parents who have children going to college soon, so they can inform their child of scholarships and what they are.
Representation.
The girl in the main image of this front cover is smiling, giving off a happy impression of college life. This is used to make people want to go to college as it looks like it will be fun.
Language.
This front cover uses a more friendlier and less formal tone as the genre of magazine isn't the same, as this is a fashion magazine. The main colours used on the front of this magazine are red and black, which makes the front page clear and easy to read. The photograph is at a medium close-up, so you can see the colour of Kristen's dress. The dress is black, which fits with the text and is consistent with colour choice. There is a splash at the top of the page in the right hand corner, which will draw the reader in as it says the reader can win a Calvin Klein dress The main article about Kristen Stewart is in bold text so it stands out more and is clearly visible. The magazine title 'Elle' is partially covered by Kristen's head on the first L, which is because the magazine is globally known, so this isn't a risk of losing buyers of the magazine. The background is plain white, so Kristen is easily visible and so she is the main focus.
Institution.
Published by a Hearst Magazines. Other well-known magazines they publish include: Good Housekeeping, Men's Health and Cosmopolitan.
Ideology.
This magazine aims to inform people on fashion news, new trends and any upcoming fashion events. This specific issue is aimed at providing information of 'exclusive' things about the life of Kristen Stewart.
Audience.
This magazine is aimed at and is bought by mainly women, as it is a magazine that focuses on fashion and celebrities. This specific issue could also be aimed at fans of Kristen Stewart, as she is on the front cover and will be inside most likely being interviewed.
Representation.
Kristen is looking directly at the camera, as if not 'phased' or 'feared' by anything. She has a slight smile on her face to show the magazine and she is light-hearted and fun, but also not too much of a smile to show a serious side of herself.
Language.
This magazine follows the conventions of a magazine as there is a main image, a masthead, and a main cover story. The main cover story is to do with the main image, as these grab the attention of the reader. You can tell this magazine is well known, as Miley's head is partially covering the masthead. The front cover has only two main colours, red and black, which are used to make the cover neat, but look nice too. The image of Miley Cyrus is taken at a medium close-up, so you can see how she isn't fully clothed, which will make the viewer of the magazine want to buy it and see why she is posing how she is. The background of the image isn't a solid colour, because the image was taken of Miley in a pool which the magazine wanted people to know.
Institution.
Jann Wenner has edited and published Rolling Stone magazine for more than forty years.
Ideology.
This magazine focuses on politics and popular culture. It is well known for it's music coverage and political reporting by controversial journalist Hunter S Thompson.
Audience.
This magazine is particularly popular in America and is aimed at 18 to 30 year olds based on it's content. This particular issue may also appeal to fans of Miley Cyrus, as she is being interviewed inside. Also, although not the main focus of this specific issue, fans of Nirvana may be intrigued to buy this because of the cover story saying 'The Last Days of Nirvana'.
Representation.
From the front cover of this magazine, you can tell this specific issue will be one to take lightly and is supposed to be a bit of fun, as Miley Cyrus is sticking out her tongue to the camera, giving a playful impression. Also, the fact Miley has nothing on is maybe a sign that she 'reveals all' about herself.
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