This is the contents page of a well known magazine called NME (New Musical Express). This contents page uses a structured layout with a clear headline 'INSIDE THIS WEEK' issue 3/12/11. There is a balance across the page with the use of images and text which create a strong and interesting contents page. There is not much use of colour as the page is predominantly black and white which gives dated and sophisticated feel to the design of the page. There is some use of colour which brings out certain pieces of information for example at the bottom of the page our eyes are drawn to the colour red an advertorial for NME subscription. The images portray the magazines focus on punk and rock music with images of a guitar appearing twice on the page. This contents page is useful for readers as it is easy to read each piece of information is put into its own section, page numbers are large and clearly placed. An image with every page description allows the reader to quickly see if this is something they would like to read. The centre of the contents page target Lana Del Rey a popular musician who will be familiar with readers. The text uses a House style which is common with NME magazines, the important information can be found in bold, the speech of artists or interviewees is displayed in an italic text and the magazine uses a majority of serif text. This content page is unique and attractive to a potential reader.
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