AS Course Development

Mock-up https://issuu.com/ciprian.rosu/docs/diy_magazine_-_finalfinal Reflection After just posting my magazine prototype, my only feeling is... WOW! I really did it!! against all odds:having a full time job; zero experience with Wordpress/ blogging;zero experience in designing layouts for any kind of publication.I must admit I was terrified by this project, but right now I am so pleased, and hopeful, and excited to start the next similar project for A level, to be able to build on the skills I have just gained.Next time I would like to experience further apps, especially the Adobe Lightroom or other photo editing app.For the double spread article I would…

Please find below the final version of my magazine prototype.For more information about the making of process, please read my previous article here: COVER - final Table of Content - final Double Spread - final

Cover Design I started by bringing my input from the planning phase: Masthead – draft Flatplan Main Image After combining these elements and deciding upon the cover lines, I worked a bit on the colors from my logo in order to make it more visible,  as well as on the positioning of the barcode, selling line, edition ID and I obtained the following Cover drafts: I sent out my drafts to several people for feedback.The main criticism was related to the color of my logo/ masthead. Although a very contrasting option with the main image which made my orange masthead…

Selection This is the step were I need to decide upon the headlines and the suitable photos.COVER - main imageFirst I need to choose a portrait photo for my main image on the cover.As the front yard needs landscape image for a comprehensive photo, the conclusion is that the backyard should feature on the cover. My backyard is an enclosed small area of 30 sqm which I turned from a muddy place into my intimate & relaxing zone where I usually drink my coffee and meditate.Having all this in mind, my first though is to have as Main Cover Line…

The shooting process As predicted, some of the risks happened: a lot a rainy days and several technical issues made our deadline very-very challenging.But luckily my coworkers are very competent and they could find creative and effective solutions for all technical issues. The rain was less of an issue: even if it rained several times per day, the fact that first step in the backyard project was to make a pergola with roof, we were protected for the next step of laying the pavement, so we could work also during rain and even finished few days in advance. We made use…