My initial idea for my music magazine photo-shoot was to have a

medium shot image of a model, Penny Nakan, leaning against a

white wall, which makes the editing process easier and more

realistic. The denotation will be a model in front of a white

wall and her right hand will be on her face, using her thumb

and index finger to circle her eyes so she can see and her left

hand will be positioned on her chin. I got this idea from Katie

Waissel from the X Factor. I decided to use this gesture

because it attracted me instantly and my target audience like

this photo shoot of Katie Waissel, therefore this will appeal

to my audience. I decided to use a medium shot because this

will make the eye contact more effective. The angle will be at

eye line point of view. Therefore my audience do not feel

intimidated or inferior from my music magazine. I wanted to use

Natural lighting which I will edit in Photoshop to add

highlighting and shadows to the image and background.

I intend to enhance the model gaze to match the colour format

of my music magazine. Ideally, the costume should be black and

white to complement the name of my music magazine; however, I

will edit this in Photoshop as I will convert the image into

black and white. No props are needed, except for silver

jewellery and make-up, specifically focusing on the eye make-

up. My model wore dark clothing, which was acceptable for the

editing process. The Connotation for this photograph will be

that celebrities are non-different from ordinary people. They

have the same features but everyone has their own identity

which they contribute to the society. Therefore, this photo

shoot will represent that celebrities only have an eye for

gossip and the paparazzi, as this is their occupation.

My photo-shoot went according to the plan I initially made. I did not

encounter any major problems. However, during the photo-shoot I started

off using a digital camera, the quality of the photos were poor, which

did not create the effect which I intended. However, I borrowed a

professional camera from another peer, and with help with a peer, I was

able to capture some amazing photographs which would be suitable for the

model gaze on the front cover of my music magazine. Secondly, I had

trouble receiving natural lightening in the photographs, as I did not

want to use artificial lighting because I wanted to set a neutral mood.

However, this problem was solved as I changed the setting of my

photography near a window, where there was natural lighting. Secondly, I

chanced the denotation from my photo-shoot plan as I decided not to have

the left hand on the models chin. I made this decision as I would be

copying another photograph fully, therefore this may not appeal to my

target audience. therefore I will continue with my photo shoot as normal,

without this extra hand gesture. This will also give me more space,

therefore there will be a bigger use of white background to use for the

kickers.

I took numerous shoot against a white background until the shadows were right for my

music magazine. I requested my model to experience with different facial expressions so

that I had a wider selection of photographs to select from. By experimenting with

facial expressions, I was able to select the photo which best approached the audience.

I asked another peer, Tibyaan Nassir, to help me by giving advice to produce a high

quality photograph. She gave me advice and support, which made my photo-shoot

successful.

This is a close-up shoot image of my model.Facial features are too dark,

especially the eyes; therefore this

affects the communication with the

audience.

Good shadow and use of white space

Bad positioning of frame- photo is

too aligned to the right

Looks unprofessional

Will not appeal to target audience,

photo could be of better quality

Model body language not structured,

therefore, unsuitable for magazine

This is a medium shoot image of my model.

Good shadow which makes the photo

shoot realistic

Lack of eye-contact which weakens

communication between model gaze

and audience

Target audience may feel slightly

intimidated by model gaze

Bad body posture, unattractive for

target audience

High quality image- contrast and

shadows visible

Looks unprofessional

This is a medium shoot image of my model.Wrong camera shot, unsuitable for

front cover as it will not be in

proportion when cropped.

High quality image- contrast and

shadows visible

Unattractive hairstyle? Instead, it

will be criticised by female

audience, bad reputation.

Cheesy smile, unprofessional and

not suitable for a music magazine

Hand covering the eye which disrupts

direct eye contact with audience

which leads to poor communication

which reflects incompetent eye-flow.

Model angled therefore does not

directly look at audience.

This is a long medium shoot image of my model.Wrong camera shot, unsuitable for

front cover as it will not be in

proportion when cropped.

High quality image- toning on face

Photograph reflects a combination

of genres

Appealing facial expressions,

professional photography

Looks professional

Lack of shadows in background

Effective eye-contact with reflects

efficient eye-flow

This is an extreme close-up shoot image of my model.

Head slightly chopped off

Effective eye-contact with reflects

efficient eye-flow, draws attention

Very professional and attractive to

a wider audience

Excellent angle and camera shot

Close up of details, especially

with the decisive eyes

Flawless, complements Pop genre, as

shown in Photo-shoot plan

Appealing facial expression,

proficient photography- high

quality photograph

Initially I wanted to position the image

in the centre of the page; however, due to

the frame of the shoot, the image will be

positioned on the right alignment to make

the photograph look realistic and

attractive. I will convert the image into

black and white, adding a tint of red to

match the colour scheme. This will be

edited in Photoshop, where I will enhance

the images by editing the highlights and

shadows. I will also add shadow in the

background to make the photograph look

professional and realistic. This will

contrast and make the editorial pillars

and explanatory text stand out. I will

also add red nails, lipstick and red eye

colour to highlight the my house colours.

This will link effectively to the mast-

head and attract a wider audience.