AS Media Studies Foundation Portfolio

  Analyzing House Style Reflection          As part of the process,   I recently began researching magazine house styles in order to plan and decide which house style will make the best fit for my magazine. My magazine is going to be centered around the music in African American culture. This is a relevant and constantly evolving topic, therefore it is important that I choose the house style that will best allow me to express this information to my audience. The process initially started with me conducting research on magazines within the same genre that I planned to research and analyzing the format and outlines they followed. I took note of the techniques I saw and put them all into consideration when deciding on the house style my magazine would follow.     This process was rather challenging as it required me to perform extensive research on a topic I had no prior knowledge on. However, it was very eye opening and informative. 

  HOUSE STYLES House styles refer to the layout and structure magazine follow to ensure a specific style -House styles are utilized by majority of magazines within the industry to attain a specific look for each one. - House style guides essentially lay out rules and criteria regarding editing conventions followed by writers and editors . These include, capitalization, abbreviations, numbers, date formats, spelling and citation. -    This practice is effective as it  allows the reader to identify the genre of the magazine prior to  reading it Sources: https://www.slideshare.net/browny2911/kerrang-magazine-house-style https://www.thoughtco.com/house-style-editing-1690842

 Rules and Conventions of Magazines Conventions refer to the  way in which something is usually done, especially within a particular area or activity. They tend to differ depending on the area or activity. Magazines have their own set of coventions. Cover Page: The front cover of a magazine must contain good visuals, layouts, and designs. Often, a large picture captured something interesting ( a celebrity or event) is used to catch the attention of the reader. bright colors and bold letters are also used to help achieve this. Contents Page: Usually the first series of pages within the magazine Gives readers an overview of what the magazine contains through the use of an index, summary, or both. Help the reader navigate through the magazine. Articles: This is where majority of the content comes from Titles are often in bold and bright letters Titles are also constructed into an attention catching phrase either including humor, suspense,etc. Several subheadings are used to help give the

  Photographed: Black Owned Magazines https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackbusiness.com%2Fp%2Fblack-business-magazines-publications.html&psig=AOvVaw0W8IliGg3HLbKdcs85LMKS&ust=1601177059949000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAIQjRxqFwoTCKDBgMTvhewCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD Magazines allow us to not only provide entertainment and information to the public but they also allow for us to express and challenge our creativity. There are no limits to what one can choose to publish. Some of the most popular genres used in magazines today include: sports music gossip While these are some of the most frequently seen magazines, that still does not limit the hundreds of issues being published around the world. Furthermore, magazines can cover topics such as business and finance, crafts, children, entertainment, auto, teens, etc.  The diversity within the industry allows for the public to find both relatable and enjoyable content about almost anything. Source: https:/

Photographed: The first issue of TIME Magazine https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftime.com%2F3721195%2Ffirst-ever-issue-vault%2F&psig=AOvVaw3RYSwlwuoj8UKA7p8kW1Yu&ust=1601175318411000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAIQjRxqFwoTCJiclonphewCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD The word "magazine" was invented by Edward Cave in 1731.  The origin of the word came from the Arabic word makhazin, which meant storehouse. His goal was to publish a magazine that would attend to the interests of the public. The first American magazine made its debut in 1741. Initially, only the wealthy could afford early prints. As the 1830s approached, cheaper magazines began to make their debut, focusing on entertainment. As a result of cheaper production costs, publishers were able produce more magazines and reach a wider audience. As magazines grew more popular, they grew in variety as well. Magazines were used not only for entertainment but also women, literary, science, sports, etc.

                   Hi! My name is Lauryn. I am a high school senior taking this class in hopes of expanding my knowledge on the several components of media through the creation of my own media platform, as it plays a large role in the daily lives of many.  I am an adventurous individual who enjoys taking on all sorts of new adventures and hobbies. However, outside of school, I spend majority of my time spending time with family and friends, participating in sports, or relaxing by myself with the company of Netflix and food. In the near future, I plan to attend college in order to pursue my career interests in the surgical field. Alongside that, I have dreams to work hand in hand with shelters, organizations, and charities to bring help and medical care to those in need. Photo Links:  https://www.google.com/search?q=science+clipart&safe=strict&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS856US856&sxsrf=ALeKk0279ZPHk3x7Mejf9oN640HH8KanNA:1600492827131&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEw

               While constructing this portfolio, my prior experience and knowledge with the use of media and creating content may be a great help towards accomplishing the desired tasks. I am most looking forward the opportunity to test my creativity, gain knowledge on a new subject, and acquire new skills that I can use in and outside of this course. On the other hand, there are a few components of this project that make me nervous. These include, this format of test that I have never been exposed to. In addition, I am a bit anxious about the work load and my ability to complete everything asked within a timely manner. However, with proper time management I can manage. All in all, through this course I  hope to expand on my creativity skills and my knowledge on the many uses  of media.

  Hello, my name is Lauryn and this is the start of my blog. As part of my AICE Media Studies foundation portfolio project I will be working individually to create a 4-page magazine. I will be using this blog to broadcast the process of creating my magazine. The main tasks of this project include: Analyze other magazines to sprout for ideas for my individual magazine. Take notes in order to plan out the progress and creation of my magazine Construct my own elements of the magazine which will include an introductory, research, planning,          product, and reflection. Reflect on the process and what I have learned.