Codes and Conventions of a double page spread

When creating a magazine, the codes and conventions must always be fully researched as these are the aspects of a magazine which make it successful. Codes and conventions are seperated into 3 categories
- Technical (camera techniques & shots),
- Symbolic (ie clothing, colours)
- Written and audio (taglines, puffs etc).
There are a varitey of different features in the double page spread which make it interesting and relevant.
A large image - usually shows the band/artist with a direct mode of address. Very appealing.
A quote - from an interview or a direct quote from the band. Sometimes breaks up text.
Include a stand - gives the reader an introduction to the artist and what they do/like.
Text - usually 11pt and is usually arial font. All include a drop cap which shows the reader where to start reading.
Page Number - shows the page number and usually same font as text.
Main image - usually on the right side and sometimes layered to overlap or sit under the text.
Headline - tells the reader what the following article is about. Usually very interesting.
Context - almost always written in informal standard english so that the reader is relaxed.
Colour scheme - follows a similar scheme throughout the magazine but not to powerful as it shouldn't overpower the text/image.