Double Page Spread Flat Plan

Below is my flat plan for my ancillary task of a double page spread from a listings magazine:

 

I gathered much inspiration from the previous double page spread deconstructions, particularly the first one as I was drawn to the aesthetics of this page. However, I ensured that the elements I have decided to include were recurring conventions throughout my DPS deconstructions and as a result would ensure my task appears as professional and realistic.

I have decided that the main image will take up the full two pages, apart from the segment allocated for the sub article. This will be an image of the main cast member, John, and he will be standing on the left hand side of the left page with the rest of the image simply being his surroundings and perhaps his motorbike. I have chosen to style the page in this way as the double page spreads I deconstructed appeared to have an image as the main focus of the page.

Furthermore, I have designed a DPS which moves slightly away from the typical magazine convention of including a heading by gathering inspiration from the 'We Love TV' DPS. Due to this, I will use a large pull quote at the bottom of the pages rather than a heading at the top. I believe this is effective as quotes taken out of context often seem bizarre and as a result intrigue the reader and persuade them to read the article in order to learn of the context.

I will also include a shape in the top left hand corner which I have noted as a recurring convention and will include text such as 'Exclusive Interview' or 'New This Week'. I may decide to include a small image of myself as the interviewer, as seen in the first DPS deconstruction but, as of yet, I have not made a definite decision on this.

Although I have not currently chosen the colour scheme, I am aware it will be simple and consist of few colours. One of these colours will be used to draw a line along the bottom of the page, as seen above. The main image will not pass this line therefore leaving a white space which the page number will appear in.

A further feature is the inclusion of a sub-article in a column down the right hand page. I believe this would be appropriate for the readers of listings magazines as they would enjoy a break from the heavy text within the main article. I believe my sub-article will consist of a list of John's favourite motorbikes or a list of the motorbikes he has previously owned.

Finally, in order for my DPS to be successful it is vitally important that the article is set out in columns. Not only this, but I will also include sub-images throughout which would be stills from the documentary. I decided to use stills as this has been a notably recurring element throughout my deconstructions.