The title of this particular double page spread is intensely eye catching, the differentiation of fonts is greatly effective. The first font is bold and large, this and the straight lettering is very prominent and therefore ensures the readers eyes are instantly attracted to it. The word 'fiercely' indicates that something is intense or has a lot of energy and is difficult to control. However it also links to Beyonce, as one of her previous albums was called 'I am Sasha fierce' automatically the reader will have an idea of whom the article is about. The second font is of the same style although significantly slimmer in font, this alludes to more attention being drawn to the first words, however due to its large size it is still very noticeable. Both words are written in capital letters, this indicates that they are of high importance and prestige, the way that they over up a large amount of space suggests this to. The lettering is in white, this colour contradicts the other significant colours on the page, as a result this has worked well in making sure it is not overlooked.
The main image takes up one half of the double page spread, this is a definite norm within music magazines, this is because the images are self explanatory. By using this much space for the picture, it allows the singers fans to keep the photo and use it as a poster, this is a great selling point as it results to the reader benefiting from buying the product. Beyonce is using direct mode of address, this is to make a connection with the reader and as a result it makes it gives a slightly more personal touch. The close up shot allows the reader to see every little detail and due to the fact Beyonce is admired by millions her fans will hugely appreciate this. The artists pose coincides with the title well, the way she comes across is incredibly fierce. A prop has been used to make the image look more quirky and unusual, due to its obscurity it will leave the audience confused as to what it is. The image has a grey background which really makes the model stand out as the tones in the image are completely contradictory.
The only subheading of the article gives a brief overview of the article, and really gets straight to the point, this is important as people can instantly tell if this article is for them or not. Those who may not usually chose to read about such artists are likely to be drawn into the article by the subheading. The name writer who wrote this particular article is also mentioned in the subheading opposed to at the bottom, this is a way of promoting themselves or reassuring readers of whom may know of the specific writer, that the article is trustworthy and worth a read. A certain part of the overview is highlighted in black, this is the only item on the page which uses this colour, this is for the sheer fact that the author wants the reader to read this first as it holds great importance. The typography is of medium font, it is significantly smaller than the headline although some what bigger than the lettering of the article itself. It is in lowercase font, apart from the writers name, this has been purposely done to seek attention of the audience so they remember her. The typography of the text is in a small, easy to read font, like the headline it is also written in white as it projects greatly from the dark purple tones of the background. The text is purely third person, and is dedicated to how Beyonce got to the position shes at now, in a sense, its like a tribute.
There is a clear colour scheme projects on this double page spread, in a sense, the three colour principle has been used. The most dominant colours are clearly purple and white. The colour purple has connotations of royalty, of which beyonce definitely is within the music industry, white has been used to compliment the darker shade as if black were to be used for the writing, it would of been undetectable and therefore ineffective. Overall i think the colour choice is very powerfull, it looks classy though 'fierce' to.
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