Magazine Feature Article Conventions

Using this edited image I got from the internet, I will be teaching myself the conventions of a magazine's feature article.

(Example to Identify)

Heading

The heading is usually located on either page of the feature article, at the top right or top left. Sometimes it is even in the center.

On the example magazine feature article I put, the heading is located at the top right center. It reads: "A Fine Romance."

Subheading 

The subheading is usually located below the heading in a smaller font. It serves its purpose to inform the audience a little more of what the feature article is about. 

On the example, the subheading is located below the heading. It reads: "Straddling the innocent/sexy divide, spring's lush-lashed new look is powerfully pretty. Photographed by Craig McDean."

Page Numbering

The page numbering is usually at the bottom corners of the feature article page. It allows the audience to know which page number they are at, and it also helps them find the correct page from the table of contents.

On the example, it is located at the bottom right of the first page (left side). It reads: "220."

Text

The text usually consists of large body paragraphs explaining what the feature article is about. It is usually written in a story telling sense. 

The body paragraphs are also structured in a specific format. The font size is usually smaller than the subheading, and there should always be indentations to represent a new paragraph.

On the example, the text is quite lengthy with approximately 9 paragraphs. The first paragraph begins with a large "T" which is apart of the word: "this."

Image

The image usually features whom the magazine's feature article is about. 

On the example, the image features a model wearing a silky purple outfit.  

Graphics

The graphics are used to create illustrations on the feature article. Its purpose is to grab the audience's attention and make them enjoy what they're looking at.

On the example, the graphic would be the large "T" which is apart of the word "this" in the first paragraph. It captures the audience's attention immediately to begin reading the text.

Reflection

Before acquiring this knowledge of magazine feature articles, I had no clue or any awareness of what they were like.

Now that I have more insight, I am more prepared and comfortable with how to create the feature article of my magazine focusing on goth women's fashion.