What have you learnt about the technologies from the process of constructing this product?

During the process of constructing my media product, I have learnt a lot, particularly about how to use Adobe Photoshop. I had never used the programme before so I found it very challenging at first. However, soon enough, I was taught how to arrange photos and text in separate layers making it much easier to alter, develop and edit seperate parts of the magazine. I also used YouTube tutorials to help me develop my understanding further.

I watch tutorials on:

-Changing hair and eye colours

-Bloating and Slimming tool (Liquify)

-Making custom shapes.

-Airbrushing images and cropping and cutting them

I am now confident when undergoing these processes on Photoshop.

I was also taught that I must flatten my final image so all the layers become one- This ultimately stops me from making any unwanted errors or changes to my work.

During the process, I was able to learn how to make custom colours which I could add to my magazine making it more personal and to my own preferred taste. a

It was a challenge to complete however it looked very good once complete.

Not only have I learnt how to better my skills on Photoshop, I am now more aware of how much work and skill goes into making a real media product. We have been lucky enough this year to have the Chief Art Director of Mojo Magazine come in, as well as Poster Designer, Mia Maxton; the talks we had with the two professionals has widened my knowledge of all the many steps a product must undergo before becoming complete.