The main picture on this cover is of Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens, accompanied by a large headline inviting people to read the interview with them. The picture obscures the title of the magazine, and part of the pictures on the left, although the faces of all the stars are still easily visible and recognisable. The pictures are all accompanied by a headline or piece of text explaining the article that features them, including pull-quotes from interviews. The barcode and price are easily visible but not taking away any of the focus from the rest of the cover. The email address of the magazine is visible at the top of the page, as is the BBC logo, the company which produces the programme “Top of the Pops”. The bright blue, pink and yellow colour scheme is present on the whole of the cover, and a lot of white is visible as well, simply to attract attention, as it contrasts with the blue background.
Connotative Analysis
The picture of Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens looks fun and relaxed, giving the impression that they are happy in each other’s company, and a good couple. The interview sounds interesting from the text in front of the picture. The stars are all quite famous and recognisable for a lot of people, and a name is provided for most pictures as well. The magazine is well-established, so the picture covering the title does not matter, as it is quite easy to work out the name. The headlines accompanying the pictures serve to entice the passer-by, and the pull-quotes show the kind of content in the article. The barcode is not obtrusive; it is small and in the corner, not attracting attention. The price is the same, although it’s low, it is not obvious or standing out. The BBC is a reputable company, and the presence of the logo subtly shows that the magazine is well-endorsed. The bright colours make the magazine look fresh and attractive, obviously for young people, and fits with the theme of the magazine.
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