Generic Research- Case Study Two

                                                                       BILLBOARD

Whilst ‘Billboard’ is a music magazine, it doesn't follow a lot of generic conventions. The masthead is unconventionally placed, and there is a lack of puffs and basic information, which is typically expected from a music magazine. However this gives the magazine connotations of sophistication. Despite this, most generic conventions are adhered to, such as direct mode of address from artists and uncentered coverlines.

I am inspired by the use of this cover’s naturalistic mise-en-scene, and would like to do something similar within one of my front covers. I like the connotations of ‘realness’, alongside the visually pleasing colour palette accompanying the natural theme.