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seeing as I have now chosen to use the style of mainstream magazines like NME and Q for my own magazine 'Ignite', I will need to create a contents page that complies with this style.

Therefore I will aim to create a contents page similar to these:

 I will do this by using the typical contents page conventions in similar style to the two images used above, examples are as follows:

• A main image that dominates the page and is aligned clearly and distinctively from the contents list, secondary images and main heading. It will be accompanied by a page number and possibly a small description to interest the reader in reading the main article.
• A simple, coherent, well organized structure that consists of a contents list, a main image, secondary images, sub headings and page numbers that will achieve the simple purpose of navigating the readers to where they want to go. it will not be over crowded or complex because that would defeat the aim and tarnish the style of this type of magazine.
• sub headings accompanied by brief descriptions. These will be kept simple because that is the style of this type of magazine but also need to be interesting so that the readers want to buy and read each aspect of the magazine
• A consistent colour scheme that provides clarity for the readers and contributes to a well organized layout whilst making any important features distinct from the rest of the page/ text. This is shown by the red lining in the 'Q' image separating out each sub heading and the red distinct box at the top. This is shown in the NME magazine by the white text over the black boxes which makes each sub heading distinct and the page numbering is in red, so it can stand out and be found quickly by the readers, providing them with clarity.