Denotation - The cover image on the double page spread has the main artist slightly to the left of the magazine fully facing the camera. We can see from her hip upwards making this a medium shot. The colors of the pages are related to the article as well as the artist. The layout of the texts has been put into four columns throughout the page.
Headline - The headline of this article is ‘The gospel according to Nicki Minaj’. ‘The gospel according to’ is in bold black serif font which shows that it’s elegant and classy, however ‘Nicki Minaj’ is in bright bold pink letters which is associated with her latest album ‘Pink Friday’ this also connotes more up-to-date or modern feel to the page. There’s a wide selection of fonts used in these two pages to make it look more fascinating.
Nicki’s name is printed in the biggest size font which alerts the readers instantly that this article is focused on her. The colour pink which is the color it’s written in connotes youth, love, femininity and beauty. The color pink could have been used to reflect upon Nicki Minaj’s persona.
Strap-line - The strap-line of this article is in serif font which connotes tradition and could link to the ’10 commandments’.
‘Bow down mortals, the newly crowned Day-Glo queen of hip hop stands before you. Jaimie Hodgson joins the throng and inscribes the 10 commandments of our saviour’ this is in black which adds a serious and more formal approach to the double page spread. The strap-line informs the readers about Nicki Minaj and her rise in success. This mirrors her accomplishments through her career. This shows that she’s a strong hip-hop singer who can get through obstacles.
Character/model - The main article star is Nicki Minaj who is an American based singer and a rapper.
Composition - The model is looking directly at the camera. Her position makes her look like a doll; she looks rather stiff and plastic like. Her pose is very unnatural making her like a mannequin in a store window. However this is a perfect and expected position for Nicki Minaj as her character in the media is portrayed as wild and extravagant. Nickiis famous as she is shown as a life size Harajuku Barbie.
Costume - Nicki is wearing an on-going zebra patterned top this is very ‘in’ for this season right now. This will appeal more to the relatable the younger readers. Her ring which says ‘ICON’ could be telling us that she think she’s an icon in the hip-hip music industry. This may also connotes that she’s proud of herself and is confident about bold statements about herself. She also has a necklace with different colors which may illustration her fun, wild and exciting personality.
Facial expression (NVC - Non-verbal communication) – Her facial expression is very blank and serious which could denote that she’s very serious about her job and what she does best, create music. She has purposely opened her eyes widely which consists of a glaring gaze. This could show her darker side. Her hands are not interrupting her body position which connotes confidence and assurance.
Lighting - There is no shadow on both pages which connotes that she’s a happy person with no darkness in her life. It appeals to the audience that she’s a happy person full of energy.
Setting - The background is plain pastel pink which her fans can relate to as it’s her most distinctive colour. It adds a ladylike touch to the page as well as youthfulness and attractiveness. The background color also links to her album named after the color pink.
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