Tuesday, 7 March 2017

Lifestyle Magazine Research



Oh Comely (UK)
  • Calming photographs. 
  • Neutral and natural colours. 
  • Simple and light illustrations. 
  • Eleni Kalorkoti - shape based and textural. 
  • Line based illustrations - similar to how I make images. 
  • Lorna Leigh Harrington - line combined with flat colour and shape, selective use of white. Very simple, using minimal colour to add depth, detail and contrast. 
Happinez (The Netherlands)
  • Earthy colours. 
  • Nordic themed feature - sustainability, botanicals, natural, handmade, homeware. 
  • Living slowly and simply. 
  • Potato page - about appreciating the most basic things. 
  • Textiles - pattern, eastern influence, cosy, warm. 
  • Cooking - taking the time to make something special, traditional, earthy, natural. 
At this very early stage in my research I am just trying to identify themes in these lifestyle magazines. The ones I have chosen here, Oh Comely and Happinez, feel quite indulgent. It’s all about slow living and taking time for yourself which is a theme that fits with my intentions at this point. 

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