Chapter 9. Magazine Design

Whether you stack them up or fan them out, magazines are an enduring and visible feature of the modern home. In fact, your coffee table is most likely groaning under the weight of a few right now.

Is it content that absorbs us? These days, there's a magazine to suit any interest, passion, or pursuit. But while readers will always seek information, it's good design that makes that information clear and attractive.

In this chapter, we'll explore some of the challenges of magazine design. We'll analyze the process of creating a layout, examining how text and images are combined on magazine covers and inner spreads to pique readers' interest and keep them reading.

COURSE DEVELOPER: TARA MACKAY

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