Shot types

I want to conduct some research and analysis on the different shots I could use for the cover of my magazine, I decided to do this as I want to choose the best shot for my magazine.

1) Birds eye view -
This is where the shot is taken from overhead it gives the audience a sort of god-like feeling as they look down on the person. People can be made to look ant-like and insignificant, this is a useful shot when trying to create the idea of over powerment.

I do not feel as though this would be a good idea for the front cover as it is too impersonal and no information can be gathered about the artist. I feel as though this would be a good shot if trying to get a certain reaction from the reader on the double page spread however this just wouldn't work for the front cover.

2) High angle -
This is a step down from a birds eye view shot, the camera is lifted over the action, a high angle makes the artist seem less significant or overpowered,

I feel as though this would be a good shot for the double page spread as it is a interesting angle and shot to use however again I feel it wouldn't create the powerful image for the front cover.
3) Extreme close up- This generally magnifies what the human eye usually can't see, the shot shows extreme details of a character or object for example. no background detail is visible and for example if the close up is of the face the extreme close up would be of the eye or mouth, this shot is mainly used to go into the characters thoughts and feelings and emotions are generally shown.

I feel as though this could be an interesting angle to play with however I also feel as though this would work better mixed between a close-up shot, this is because I feel half the face could be shown, this would go against the typical conventions of music magazines however I feel it could be successful if executed properly.

2) Close up-  This type of shot is used in order to show the detail of an object or the particular emotion of the artist. This type of shot is a very intimate shot and will give the audience insight into the personality and emotion of the artist being shown

3) Mid shot - These are shots taken from the waist up, this shot gives details of the character however emotion and really clear details are harder to show using this shot.

I feel as though this would be the most appropriate shot for the front cover of the magazine as I feel it will give the reader enough detail about the artist through the body language and facial expression without giving away too much information for them to loose interest

4) Long Shot - a long shot is a shot that shows the full body of the artist. it is used in order to give the reader a basic idea about the artist but no detail is shown, this can be used in order to create the effect of mystery.

I feel as though this could be used well for the contents page or double page spread but it is too impersonal and not enough detail or emotion is shown for the front cover.