Double Page Spread

This double page spread reflects the typical codes and conventions of The Sun newspaper. The layout reflects the front cover in that once again the page is image dominated - one large image relevant to the article to grab the audience's attention. The conventions and media codes within a typical Sun feature (double page) can be dividing into several elements which can then be further analysed.

LAYOUT AND DESIGN

- As with most newspaper articles of all backgrounds the page is organised into collumns and tables with the images slotted and embedded into the text. This creates a neat, ledgible and clear layout for the readers to digest. As the target audience is aimed towards a wide spectrum of people from young males to the elderly the underlying component that connects the whole newspaper together is its 'easy/light read' lable. In order to truely reflect The Sun's conventions in my production piece I intend to maintain this simple and clear layout throughout the article.

- The double page integrates smaller features relating to the article to lighten up the weight of the text. For example in the piece above there is a thick border running across the whole bottom of the text with relative facts and details on the feature. Not only does this physically cut down the size of the text but it also adds interest for the reader and enables them to grasp the concept of the piece without having to thoroughly digest the whole article; can easily be skim read.

- The image dominates the page, covering almost two thirds. Furthermore, smaller images are embedded into the page and add further entertainment and interest for lighter readers, they also act as a catch to draw readers into the article and feature.

- The font used for the heading is varied to add a greater impact and style to the piece. Incorporating The Sun's typical logo and fonts the heading further uses colours and changes in size to enhance the statement and entice the reader.

LANGUAGE AND TEXT
The language use within The Sun is imperative in order to fully embody and recreate the whole style and presentation of the paper in my production piece. The Sun uses a satirical approach to the world's 'heavy' news and after covering these topics the paper is more based an focused on scandalas behaviour of celebrities/public figures, light politics, sports and film/television 'gossip'. Therefore, in order to cater for a wide audience the language has a formal tone in the main features (particularly on double page scandals) yet focuses on the comedy or shocking elements of the subject. Using a formal base the language used is then lightened through abreviated terms and casual language such as 'binge drinking, weed, trollyed, hungover' and so forth. Therefore, when producing my production piece the terminology must not only reflect the scandal being reported but not be too heavy as to deter the target audience from reading it.