Photographs I will (and won't) be using

 This is a list of some of the photographs (all of which in their original state) that I have used (and one which I haven't) in my magazine. All of the photo's in my magazine were taken by me.

I have used this picture as my main image in my double page spread. The reason for this is it gives an impression of sheer energy. A factor so important to the alternative rock scene. Rather than being an image showing a static figure in a photoshoot, which can come across as contrived and uninteresting. It shows Dave Grohl, arguably the most recognisable man in alternative rock, in the middle of a gig. The photo has the ability to tell half the story. From the look of concentration and power in his face to the blurred hand, suggesting great speed and ability, to the hair, flung in the air showing energy. The photo shows numerous factors that are so important to the music scene I’m dedicating my magazine to.

I decided to use this image as my lead photo as I feel it captures the energy of Alternative Rock. In the photo is Charlie Simpson of Fightstar. Charlie Simpson and Fightstar are both household names in the alternative rock community and would draw enough people in to help boost the sales of the magazine. There is a lot of dead space around the photo, most of which has been cropped out in the final product. However, I felt the lighting helped add atmosphere to the photo, giving an almost angelic glow around Charlie. 

This photo is used on my contents page. In its original state is all but unusable but with some heavy cropping it works very well. I felt it important to include this image as Iggy Pop was one of the largest influences on alternative music and culture and is universally respected amongst these circles. It almost adds a seal of approval saying that this magazine is true to the genre and won’t abandon it like publications such as Kerrang and NME have done in recent years.  

I decided against using this image. When cropped it produces an image that could have potential. However, the focus is not sharp enough and the resolution is not high enough to be of much use in my magazine. If used, the picture could appear grainy and blurred, creating an unprofessional image

Below is a collection of uncaptioned photo's which I have used in my magazine. Once again, all photographs were taken by me.