Analysis of a Local Newspaper Front Page:

This local newspaper is called ‘Bracknell Forest Standard’ this is written at the top left of the page with the ‘Standard’ being the main focus of the newspapers name. ‘Bracknell Forest’ is written in white smaller lettering, this is done in a more formally style. Whereas ‘standard’ is written much bigger in block lettering, this style looks appealing to all generations. The name of the local newspaper is in a blue round border which makes it standout.

The colours which have been used on the front page of this local magazine are mainly black, blue and white. All these colours are quite simple but make the newspaper look fresh. The advertisements have been done in bright colours such as yellow, pink and green, which freshen up the page with a young look.

There are a few pictures featured on the front page. The main picture is of a middle aged man. The picture is quite large and is eye catching, ths is what I would like to achieve with my local newspaper.

Because this is a local newspaper there is mainly text which makes the newspaper look serious and appeals mainly to the older generation. I want my local newspaper to also appeal to the younger generation. I will do this by adding more exciting pictures and slightly more colour.

Because this is a local magazine the layout is very busy with a lot going on. However I feel this local newspaper has been structured in a much organised manner, which I like and I would try and have a similar layout on my front page.