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51. I first began producing without my main image, this was a mistake as the cover does not look effective and does not follow the conventions correctly.
2. I then decided to use lined paper in the background as a layer rather than draw the lines on myself using the line tool. I then chose my main image. I think the effect on the border of the image creates a messy effect and with the added masking tape the overall effect seems busy.
3. Because of this busyness i decided to leave the image as normal and work around it. I used the effect 'multiply' on the image which means the lines on the background layer can be seen through the image, i think this makes the whole thing blend better together. I decided on the 'tea stain' as it adds character and and creates the effect of a busy revision desk!
4. I then added the appropriate text, i decided on using coloured text boxes as it adds more colour and means the artists featured can be easily seen therefore enticing an audience.
5. The final piece i have produced shows all the layers. The only element i have changed to create this final piece is move down the text boxes, ' Katie Farrar; the questions we all want to ask'. I have moved this down the page slightly so it is not covering Katie's face. This creates a better overall effect and i am really happy with the final outcome.
Wow - your final product looks excellent well done! It is also useful to see how/why you made alterations before finalising your ideas. This demonstrates that you are thinking carefully about your cover and basing your choices on the media knowledge you have gained through conducting research during this coursework module. Keep up the good work.
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