InnuendoPanda Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 (edited) Hey there, I'm making a 20 page magazine for a class of mine (I'm a junior majoring in communication design [illustration, advertising, graphics and interactive]) and I have have a travel/culture theme. It's only 20 pages because it is an example of layouts and such that you would show to a company when promoting the concept of the magazine. So, being the good boyfriend I am, I decided to do a magazine about European Amusement Parks to learn more about my significant lover's hobby - because, honestly - I know nothing about rollercoasters and theme parks and all of that. Luckily, someone directed me to this site, and suggested I join and ask around for some help from some experts. My concept is a quarterly magazine where readers can get info about current parks, upcoming events, new rides, reviews, etc. Things I'd like to know are: What kind of things would you like to see in this type of magazine? What kinds of reviews? What kinds of departments? (such as food, advice, travel, etc) Also, I would like to ask if anyone has any of their own photos from European parks that I might be able to use? Preferably full sized right from the camera. Thanks for your help, if you have any questions about what I'm doing and all, just ask. I have been looking things up all week and I really don't even know where to start right now haha. Edited May 10, 2010 by InnuendoPanda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 So, being the good boyfriend I am, I decided to do a magazine about European Amusement Parks to learn more about my significant lover's hobby - because, honestly - I know nothing about rollercoasters and theme parks and all of that. I'm totally intrigued! Tell us a bit more about what your significant other is into, what types of parks, coasters, etc. What kind of knowledge you hope to gain - for example, do you want to know specific details about who makes what coasters, do you want a better understanding about why parks make certain business decisions, etc. I normally would get a little frustrated with people who post about "help me do my classwork" but this seems a bit different. I like that you have two items on your agenda: Class Project and 'get to know your lover better.' That's cool. So what do you say TPR, should we help him out? --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueerRudie Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Intreguing... If I were to pick up a magazine about parks etc. I'd be looking for the following: A 'major' article on ONE park in depth- that is, it's history, it's rides, it's layout, food options, shows, etc. that was very thorough in coverage. A few 'minor' articles on particular rides/shows/attractions that are noteworth. Select news on future attractions of note, as well as changes in the amusement industry. Being an Airline person, I find the best magazine that addresses things like this is "Airline World" magazine, from the UK. It's got all of the above- and is easily readable about the Airlines. I reccommend picking it up- as it could give you a clue to how I like my information presented to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 16, 2009 Author Share Posted January 16, 2009 I'm totally intrigued! Tell us a bit more about what your significant other is into, what types of parks, coasters, etc. What kind of knowledge you hope to gain - for example, do you want to know specific details about who makes what coasters, do you want a better understanding about why parks make certain business decisions, etc. I normally would get a little frustrated with people who post about "help me do my classwork" but this seems a bit different. I like that you have two items on your agenda: Class Project and 'get to know your lover better.' He definitely doesn't like things that spin. I learned that the hard way haha. I want to know what kinds of things you guys would like to see in this type of magazine. Since I don't know too much about the topic yet, I don't know exactly what should appear. The thing I think I'm going to have the most trouble with is Photos. But that seems to be common throughout the class since no one has been to Europe. And don't worry, I'm not asking you to do the project for me haha, I'm just asking for some input from people who know more about the topic than myself, and hopefully find someone who has photos I might be able to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 My thoughts are to use 24 pages as your mock-up. 4 for the cover pages and 20 inside. You probably need to set aside 5 pages (plus the 3 covers) for ads and one page for the Table of Contents. That leaves you 14 pages for edit. I would set aside a total of 6 edit/picture pages for a feature on one park. That feature should be real in depth mentioning the park's coasters, unique rides, tips to navigate the park, suggested places to eat and local accomodations. Remaining 8 edit pages. 2 pages on new attractions throughout Europe 1 page letter from publisher/masthead 2 page interview with an industry expert 1 page for upcoming events Remaining 2 pages - well, I can't do the whole project for you. Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 16, 2009 Author Share Posted January 16, 2009 My thoughts are to use 24 pages as your mock-up. I actually said the same thing, but we have to follow the assignment. The actual order will go: front cover, contents, contents, masthead & ad, department 1, ad, dept2, dept 3 spread, feature article 1 spead 1, feature 1 spread 2, feature 2 spread, dept 4 spread, dept 5 (will be an end page, like what national geographic does), ad, back cover. Thanks for the input so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Ah didn't know how structured the assignment was. Hopefully, my content suggestions are still helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 16, 2009 Author Share Posted January 16, 2009 Yes, your suggestions are still helpful. Especially the part with the magazine name - I've been trying to find some actual print on the subject and haven't found much that I can actually get my hands on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Check out our park index. We have TONS of photos and reports on European parks: http://www.themeparkreview.com/parks/ --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 16, 2009 Author Share Posted January 16, 2009 Check out our park index. We have TONS of photos and reports on European parks:http://www.themeparkreview.com/parks/ --Robb is there any way I can get the originals of the photos if I want to use them? (and yes, credit will be cited in the magazine) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplepills Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Intreguing... If I were to pick up a magazine about parks etc. I'd be looking for the following: A 'major' article on ONE park in depth- that is, it's history, it's rides, it's layout, food options, shows, etc. that was very thorough in coverage. A few 'minor' articles on particular rides/shows/attractions that are noteworth. Select news on future attractions of note, as well as changes in the amusement industry. I'd second that, it sounds like a pretty decent structure. If you were looking for anything inparticular as far as new rides being built goes, try Saw:The Ride at Thorpe Park, UK, due to open in March. In the UK there are relatively strict planning laws you have to adhere to, so there are loads of blueprints available, and also constuction photos from various sources which I'm sure you'd be able to use. The ride has heavy theming which might make the photos more interesting than just some track going up. Whilst your magazine would be aimed at enthusiasts it might make more interesting reading for your tutor. Official Saw:TR site The ride has a blog with loads of information which would be suitable for your magazine such as stats and photos etc. You can get full size blueprints from another website (the local council planning department), if this is of interest to you let me know and I will find it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 Are there many other new rides coming? MOD EDIT: Here you go: new coasters for 2009 Europe's new for 2009 coasters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electerik Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 is there any way I can get the originals of the photos if I want to use them? (and yes, credit will be cited in the magazine) "Originals"? I hope you mean, like, not resized. Cuz, personally, I wouldn't know a dark room from a butter churn. As for story ideas, I've always thought Europa Park was pretty interesting, what with the whole "owned by a ride manufacturer (Mack) who uses it as a kind of showroom" angle. They're building a new ride, too: Blue Fire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 "Originals"? I hope you mean, like, not resized. Cuz, personally, I wouldn't know a dark room from a butter churn. yeah, the original sized ones. I was actually looking at Europa Park as my feature article, haha. Thanks for the help so far, everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the ghost Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 ^^ Agreed, Blue Fire will make an awesome subject in a magazine. I would also include something about Euro Mir and possibly Ring Racer as it is going to be the world fastest roller coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted January 21, 2009 Author Share Posted January 21, 2009 Ok, so based on what you guys have told me, and what I have so far, this is how my layout is looking: Dept 1 - Editor's Letter Dept 2 - Travel Tips for the Season Dept 3 (spread) - Admissions this year Dept 4 (photo spread) - Under Construction and Coming Soon Feature Article 1 (2 Spreads) - Europa Park Review Feature Article 2 (1 Spread) - Must rides this year Dept 5 - Look to the Past (old/defunct rides/parks) Any comments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsDavidU Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 that looks great ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted May 10, 2010 Author Share Posted May 10, 2010 So if anyone is still interested, the finished version is here: http://www.gbreynolds.com/misc/amuz.pdf Sorry, I completely forgot to post it before! If any of the info in it is wrong, don't hit me. I was working with what I could find in many cases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the ghost Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Awesome considering you're not a true coaster nerd! Nice work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InnuendoPanda Posted May 10, 2010 Author Share Posted May 10, 2010 Awesome considering you're not a true coaster nerd! Nice work! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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