Construction: Lesson Nine - 19/10/15

Draft Edit - Magazine Pages - Audience Feedback

Draft Edit - Magazine Pages

Construction: Lesson Eight - 09/10/15

Construction: Lesson Seven - 07/10/15

Construction: Lesson Six - 05/10/15

After recognising the adjustments needed for my work, I began making the changes on my project. During this lesson, I have added my new title to the front cover in my chosen I adjusted the sizing and positing of the title until I was satisfied with the overall look. After, I continued with the rest of the page adding various different features such as the bar code and price. I have also added the subheading and description of my main article to the bottom left of my main image. I don't feel entirely happy with the positioning and overall look of the way the main article title and description has been set out so this is something in which I will ask about to improve when I come to get feedback from my audience.

Improved Article Plan - 10 Walks in 10 Weeks: Wollaton Hall and Park

Main Article Plan – Nottingham’s Best Dog Walk – Wollaton Hall and Park

Over the past ten weeks, we've been looking at the best dog walks within Nottinghamshire. Each issue we have displayed and discussed the different selected walks one by one, counting down to this week’s number one, Wollaton Hall and Park.

Wollaton Park has been chosen to feature at number one in our list of Nottingham’s best dog walks due to the tranquil settings, rambling pathways and wide open spaces. Wollaton Hall stands on a natural hill within 500 acres of gardens and parkland, just three miles from Nottingham’s city centre. The hall itself was designed by Robert Smythson and built by Sir Francis Willoughby between 1580 and 1588 for his family. Now a prominent Grade One listed building, the stunning Hall houses the city's Natural History Museum along with reconstructed room settings. Wollaton Hall was also used as the setting for Wayne Manor in the recent Batman film, The Dark Knight Rises.

Wollaton Park has much to offer for the whole family, but most importantly, our furry friends that love a Sunday stroll. There’s plenty of new smells and sniffs to discover within the park while exploring the mass of lush, green acres. Whether you’re looking for a day out or just a brisk walk, Wollaton Park is ideal. The main pathways run throughout the park and are all signposted as well as supported with maps of the park. Your walks length will all depend on which paths you choose and how far you venture, but both you and the dog will be sure to enjoy the stroll. The park supports the exercising of dogs and waste bins and water bowls can be found at various points around the park, however, the park is home to herds of red and fallow deer so periods of time within the year may be unsuitable to exercise your dog. If you’re planning a trip to the park, make sure to check any recent notices to do with dog walking from the park before visiting. The park and grounds are cleaned and monitored regulary so you can rest assured that you’re walking your pet in a safe enviroment.

Wollaton Hall and Park is not only a great walk for the dog, it’s a great day out for the family too.Not only is the Hall home to the Natural History Museum, the grounds and other out buildings are home to even more surprises. The site also contains the Industrial Museum, a collection of textile, transport and communications technology all from Nottingham’s past. There is also a Steam Engine house and Yard gallery all open to the public. These attractions are all supported by the site’s gift shop, play park and cafe.

All of us here believe that Wollaton Hall and Park is Nottingham’s biggest and best attraction for dog walkers. There’s just so much the site has to offer! We hope you all agree. Happy Walking!

Construction: Lesson Five - 02/10/15

At this point during the production process, I have adjusted the my magazine in various different ways as I felt it needed improving. I have changed the title of my magazine as I believe that the original title 'Country Life' doesn't quite fit my brief of a regional magazine. I have decided to rename my magazine as 'Nottinghamshire Life' as I believe this title clearly shows that my magazine belongs within the regional genre. As I have focused my magazine on one area now, I have also had to change the content of my main article. Instead of focusing on dog walks all around the countryside, I have decided to dedicate the article to one dog walk within Nottinghamshire. The article will be the last in a series to feature in the magazine as I plan to set it out as a countdown over ten weeks, each week, looking at one new dog walk within Nottingham in order to reach the number one spot. I believe that making these changes will improve my work dramatically as it fits the brief better as it reflects a regional magazine much more clearly.

During this lesson I carried on with the construction of my contents page. I continued adjusting the spacing. I also began making the important changes to my magazine. I have begun re-writing my main article, this time about Nottinghamshire's best dog walk.

Construction: Lesson Four - 30/09/15

 I am still unable to add my selected font to my magazine. I have carried on the construction of my magazine this week by adding and adjusting my text. I have began looking into how I am able to change the main article description but still haven't decided on a way forward. I also began the construction of my contents page during this lesson. I have sorted out the sizing of the page and began adding in shapes in order to map out where things will be placed upon the page.