Title
The title of the contents page is "Inside" and is positioned in the top-left corner with the issue number and date. This simple title is in keeping with the minimalist design on the cover, however it contrasts with the Masthead of the magazine on the cover as it sounds as though the contents page is being played down, while the masthead sounds of higher rank, keeping the focus on the name of the magazine.
Other text
The other text on the page is numbered according to page number. The title of each page is in bold, with the sell providing extra information underneath, not in emboldened because it is not as important. The blue text indicates artists that are featured in the issue. The language register is formal throughout; it does not address the reader, it is not private, and it is not casual.
Image
The image off the cover of the magazine is shown in the top-right corner of the page, surrounded by negative space. The caption gives extra information about the splash and is positioned here because it is the main topic of the issue and so readers can clearly see what page the cover story is on.
Colours
As on the cover of the magazine, the colours are dull black and white, but blue has been added to the contents page, a colour that was subtly shown on the cover. These cool colours complement each other well. The colour scheme is also very minimalist.
do you like this style? Is it something you will be thinking about in your magazine styling?
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