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Large and bold block font suggests that Beyoncé is ‘Fiercely Creative’. It’s a 2 word description of the artist which further suggests that she is naturally talented in the department of music. A clear distinct image of Beyoncé looking straight into the camera. The look emphasises the fact that she is looking straight at her audience with a ‘Fierce’ look (which links to the headline). ‘Woman of the year’ is clearly placed above the image of Beyoncé to further emphasise the fact that she is fierce, and she is the woman of the year because of this. This could further suggest that she is the type of person to eliminate her competition either through her image, personality or music. The hot pink toning down into a darker pink suggests that Beyoncé is turning into a character that represents the hidden ‘Fierce’ side of her, that The darkness in her makeup, has connotations of the fierce side of her linking to her dark character ‘Sasha Fierce’. Beyoncé's lips give a seductive representation of her, she also has a metal frame up against her face which further suggests she is Beyoncé's make up looks very professional, which suggests that she cares about her appearance.

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Page 1: Magazine double page spread annotation

Large and bold block font suggests that Beyoncé is ‘Fiercely Creative’. It’s a 2 word description of the artist which further suggests that she is naturally talented in the department of music.

A clear distinct image of Beyoncé looking straight into the camera. The look emphasises the fact that she is looking straight at her audience with a ‘Fierce’ look (which links to the headline).

‘Woman of the year’ is clearly placed above the image of Beyoncé to further emphasise the fact that she is fierce, and she is the woman of the year because of this. This could further suggest that she is the type of person to eliminate her competition either through her image, personality or music.

The hot pink toning down into a darker pink suggests that Beyoncé is turning into a character that represents the hidden ‘Fierce’ side of her, that is Sasha Fierce.

The darkness in her makeup, has connotations of the fierce side of her linking to her dark character ‘Sasha Fierce’.

Beyoncé's lips give a seductive representation of her, she also has a metal frame up against her face which further suggests she is acting as the other side of her, Sasha Fierce.

Beyoncé's make up looks very professional, which suggests that she cares about her appearance.

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A clear image of Jay-Z, an Icon in the music industry and the entertainment industry. Who looks determined and focused on the audience, while slightly looking down, which suggests that he is superior to his audience.

A headline which says “The Most Exciting People In Music” then followed by the name JAY-Z further suggests that he is a big icon in the music industry.

Both red and a heavenly blue colour, suggests that he has two personalities. The red could represent his dark, evil side. Whereas his lighter side could represent his good loving side.

Jay-Z is wearing a set of sunglasses, which suggests that he want his identity to be hidden. The fact that his sun glasses are black, and you cannot see his eyes further reinforces this. Also the colour black connotes fear and the unknown.

The big ‘J’ in red further suggests that Jay-Z is a big artist. The colour red also suggests that he is currently in a dark, evil state of mind.

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A tattoo, bracelet and chain suggests that Justin Bieber has grown up, and is not a sweet little kid as people view him as.

Justin Bieber’s facial expression suggests that he is confident as his eyebrows are raised up and direct eye contact with his audience. His body posture also further suggests that he is confident, as he is laid back on a transparent chair.

A picture of Justin and his celebrity girlfriend Selena Gomez, suggests that he is a taken therefore he doesn’t want another girls attention. This reinforces the mast head which says “Girls give me a headache”

An exclusive interview suggests that Justin Bieber doesn’t open up and answer questions about his personal life usually.

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The quote “I really toned down the sexual stuff. There was no need for me to do it” suggests that Nicki Minaj is maturing as a person.

Nicki Minaj’s facial expression suggests that she is shocked. Her make up looks really funky which could also suggest that she is an exciting person.

A 4finger ring that says ‘ICON’ suggests that Nicki Minaj views herself as an icon. This further suggests that she is big in the music industry.

A funky necklace, suggests that Nicki Minaj is a fun and exciting person. Could possibly be passionate about her occupation.

Pink suggests that Nicki Minaj is girly. She uses a light pink for the background and a hot pink for her name so she stands out.

Classic style font which further suggests that Nicki Minaj has matured as a person and artist.