Further Sample Images

These are further sample images taken for the front cover, double page spread and as smaller photos to be embedded into the text. The two images above were taken in a small bar, however, through editing and cropping the image I have created the illusion that the model is in a club on a bar. The image below was posed for in a pub - I have tried to maintain the same styling of the model throughout in order to create a real sense of character and a strong personna/realism. By asking the model to 'act drunk' and 'wild' this image below could be used as the background photo for the double page spread - although the quality is not brilliant, I feel this adds a sense of paparazzi and a celebrity-esque lifestyle.

This image was taken in the bar 'Affinity'; after asking the bouncer to pose for a photo he refused, so I then asked my model to try and get a photo with him. Although the bouncer's face is not in the image I feel as if this phot is very realistic and it actually looks as if 'Cindy Dean' is being removed from the club, which relates to my article text effectively.

These two images below were taken at 'The Venue' - although the model does not look extremely 'trashed' or out of control I feel as if the images are successful in the styling of her. She looks fake, posed and as if she is enjoying herself on a drunken night out. They way she is dressed is provocative with fake eyelashes, blonde extensions and red lipstick. I doubt that either of these will be used, yet as part of experimenting with the images these are successful in style and quality.  

The image to the left may be embedded into the text as an example of a phot 'Cindy Dean' uploaded to Twitter before the start of her rampage. She looks stylised and posed and from a wealthy background sipping her drink. It could be used to contrast against the later images of her from other nights out.







The image to the right was aimed to create the impression of 'Cindy Dean' drunkenly partying. It looks as if she has been caught off guard and is stumbling around. To the left, was taken in a toilet - implying that she is intoxicated and acting in a provocative manner, losing all inhibitions. Both of these images are successful in making the model seem inebriated and out of control, relating perfectly and supporting my article.

These two images  are further samples of her drunken behaviour. Clinging onto her friends for support whilst clutching her drink implies how 'drunk' the model is acting, I feel as if the one below is particularly successful as the model looks drunk, shaken and possible high whilst her friend looks on and laughs. This could easily be used as an 'end of the night' image and shows the damage of the alcohol and drugs.

The images above are supposedly at 'the end of the night'. I feel as if these images reflect a drunken state, yet the quality is poor due to the smoke in the club. However, the one where she is lying on the table relates to the text of my article directly and adds a sense of realism. In conclusion I feel that all of these images have the possibility to be used in my practical production piece and relate to my written text (first draft).

Sample Pictures, Model/Location

In order to produce these images, they were shot on separate nights and at two different locations. This image was shot at 'Affinity Bar' in Bexleyheath; although the whole piece is supposed to be after a night out in Mayfair, I was able to replicate the same sort of party and social location at this club.

In order to create this image I had her pose in a 'drunken' state whilst trying to dance. I feel as if her styling here is successfull - using extensions, a short black dress and heavy makeup in order for her to resemble a wild child celebrity. Holding an empty glass and asking friends to hold her hands adds to this effect and makes her seem drunk and vulnerable. I feel as if this image will be suitable for the double page spread or front cover. The club posed in was a small one in Bexleyheath, yet when packed with people the inside could easily pass for one in Mayfair.

Furthermore, the image taken in the taxi was posed for after going to a bar; I feel as if this image may not be used in my actual piece as I was experimenting with the settings on my camera. By deciding to use black and white, I felt that it would add a more realistic and paparazzi feel - however, most images used in The Sun are in colour, with the exception of a few. I may re-take this picture on a separate occasion, but in colour to add realism.

Taken in 'Affinity Bar'

Taken in the back of a taxi

Overall, I do feel that both of these sample images hold the potential to be used in my production piece and are an effective start to the article. I may take further images, experimenting with angles and camera effects before choosing my final shots to include.

Model and Image Planning

I have casted and selected the model I wish to use and play the role of 'Cindy Dean'; below is a natural image of the girl and then several images of her styled to represent a 'wild child' celebrity. I chose this particular girl as her face and hair can be easily enhanced with makeup to make her resemble the image of an 'It Girl'. I tested out various make up looks and hair styles and have decided to use the look below; achieved through false eyelashes and hair extensions I will further style her in a tiny mini dress that barely covers her and stiletto heels.



Natural style



'Cindy Dean'

Below are sample pictures I have taken to begin the creation of the article. I have placed the model at various clubs and bars and asked her to pose drunkenly and seemingly intoxicated to add realism and make the piece as realistic as possible. Through her styling and image I feel that her appearance reflects one of a 'wild child' socialite - to some extent these are successful as they reflect the nature of a celebrity but I may retake some working on the realism and effect of the images.

Taken in my house (before going out), I may use this image in the article as an example of a picture that Cindy Dean 'tweeted' before going out. This can be used as negative representation for her as she is 'promoting' alcohol consumption and a wild party life. By positioning the model against golden, thick curtains I feel that this adds realism and could potentially be her house. If used in the article, a suitable caption will be required such as 'Tweeted before her 8 hour rampage through London'. I asked her to pose in a 'fake' amnner and feel that her lipstick, large wine glass, hair and clothing reflect an 'It' Girl's nature.

These two images were also posed for; the one to the left in a taxi - however, I was experimenting with effects on the camera and decided to try black and white. The one to the right was posed for in a bar. Below, this image also holds the potential to be used; asking friends to seemingly 'hold her up', the model looks intoxicated and be-draggled at the end of a night.   

 I feel that these images are the appropriate style and context for my article; my model resembles an intoxicated 'wild child' whose social life has fallen out of control. The shots need to be natural and paparazzi-like - there is the whole concept behind the article that she has been caught off guard on a drunken night out and the media have represented has negatively and in an exaggerated light, she is a target for negative media attention and is exploited.

Initial Article Planning

My production piece will consist of the front page of The Sun and a double page spread on the article dominating the front page. Below is my initial planning and ideas for the double page spread; features and conventions that need to be produced are:

- The Sun logo; in these double page articles there is a definitive Sun logo position by the page numbers and running across the header of both pages.
- A large image which overshadows most of the page - the image which I use will have a clear paparrazzi feel and must seem natural/sneaky.
- Text, organised into neat collumns relating to the article and further dramatising and exaggerating the scandal.
- Smaller images embedded into this text; for added interest and further develop the story.
- Sub heading to organise the text for skim readers and an eye cathcing yet shocking sub line to give the audience a snippet of what the piece will be about.
- Factual information/summaries/quotes embodied in the text to break up the bulk of writing and to furtehr add interest and the option of a lighter read.

IMAGES

The images used in The Sun enable readers to grasp the concept of the article before any text is even read. As my critical investigation relates to the drug abuse of female celebrities and how this is manipulated and targeted by the media I intend to have a model styled in the back of a car 'caught out' being intoxicated. Furthermore, I will embed images of the model dressed up at red carpet events to show the contrast and how her life has spun out of control - this will add further impact and drama to the focal image.

These images reflect the route in which I wish to follow; by staging a picture in these sort of situations it will capture the whole 'kiss and tell' idea which I wish to illustrate through the article. By using a model and placing her in real-life situations; seemingly unposed for, I will be able to construct a tabloid article in the style of The Sun effectively and precisely.

Images used in The Sun

Due to the nature of the newspaper and the target audience's interest's and ideals mentioned in previous posts The Sun is knowned for being an image based newspaper when reporting. This is particularly evident when producing celebrity scandals and on the gossip/'Showbiz' elements in the paper. Below are a few images which have been published in the paper when reporting on celebrity scandals; there is a running theme and content link throughout:

The images that dominate The Sun in general (especially when referring to celebrities and our obessession with the 'Showbiz' culture) are dominated by females in unflattering pictures revealing drug taking, alcohol abuse or flirtacious moments with males. They highlight and target these female celebrities in order to publicise the scandal, create gossip and win readers over. The paper has the power and respect to use these images to cerate and manioulate a whole topic of the celebrity's life.

I intend to recreate one of these scandals in my production piece by using large images possibly relating to a drug scandal or alcohol abuse. The image must have a 'caught in the act' relevence; it must be evident that the female has been caught out by the paparazzi and this image then provides the foundations for a feature on their 'out of control' behaviour; which is further exagerated in the article.