Magazine Semiotic Analysis

CAMERA SHOT: This close up of this artist communicates meaning , through the use of the rule of Thirds, his gaze is in the middle of the top section of the 9 sections, this instantly grasps the reader's attention and also as it is eye level with his eyes, it creates suspense through the enigma of his serious face - Barthes' Hermeneutic code

USE OF COLOUR: Most of this magazine cover consists of the primary colour red and this perhaps relating to the subheading; "Depression: it's time to talk" may connote that this is to raise awareness of this global issue and thus the colour red is almost like a "warning". The colour white is usually associated with hope or peace, so relating it with this cover, it may connote that when depressed there is always hope to get back on track.

COVER LINES: "It's time to talk" is a direct mode of address to the audience advising them to talk out if they ever have an issue, therefore the audience will most likely take on this advice. Also, "Wise words from Stormy, Gaga, Bastille & more" attracts a more larger audience, this is because they are very popular people and therefore any advice given from them, will be taken in from audience which are fans of them promoting this magazine.

GESTURE CODES: Firstly, he displays a serious yet slightly innocent facial expression, this connotes vulnerability and hesitation - relating to the topic, many may be nervous or scared to step forward about issues therefore it raises awareness of this issue. Also, him clenching his hands together like that can be interpreted differently; can connote intimidation and frustration or it can also connote being ready and alert so relating to the topic it helps the audience to encode this message as a way of welcoming the readers to the advice provided from Stormzy and the other artists.