Photo Analysis- Preliminary

I used this picture for my front cover, as it is a key image that represents the genre of a school magazine. The picture also contains the key conventions of a school magazine picture. It gives off a nice, fresh atmosphere, linking into the new magazine that is being introduced in this first issue. The medium shot helps to analyse the mise en scene of both of these individuals. For example, it allows the audience to see the kind of clothing they are wearing and also the different props being used. Also, the medium shot has established the background, allowing readers to see what the school is like, in just one picture. Both of the students in this picture are shown in an low camera angle, which conveys that they are dominant and also represents a sense of belonging to the school. The bright lights in the background give it a nice atmosphere, making everything stand out, and also making it look a bright place to be. In the picture, both of the students are smiling which helps to convey the lack of seriousness about the characters and about the magazine. This suggests that the environment is a relaxed environment. The relaxed atmosphere is evident in the picture, so it would be a good image to place in a school magazine, as it will give the audience a relaxed viewpoint over the magazine. Overall, it gives out a good outlook of the magazine and the warming atmosphere, which is key, as it will make the audience feel welcomed and will make them want to buy it every month.