Various traits I learned through the magazine project consist of stronger sentence writing, layout designs, and editing. I learned to become a stronger writer during humanities due to the audio tips that Randy played during class. The little tips showed pointers that strengthen writing by making it flow smooth and precise. Layout and designs was simple enough to me. It felt natural to work with in design and complete a spread in the matter of 20 minutes.
Learning the basic steps I didn’t know from fellow class mates, I had all the knowledge I needed to complete the layout but not to perfection. This is where I learned better editing skills. Reviewing the spread looking for little errors that didn’t match the rest of the magazine was harder than it seemed. Catching little grammar mistakes or not having a drop cap can be a noticeable mistake to the consumer.
Individually writing, layout, and editing are important, but together they are of the most importance, because structure needs to be developed within the layout design, especially with a spread in a magazine. When designing a spread you can’t design it one page at a time, but both together to make it appear as one wide page. Creating balance with a picture and text can be some what difficult but is possible. This is where developing skills in structure take into affect. Editing the layout to make sure balance is in place allows the spread to show structure.
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