Representation of Jennifer Lopez Cover - 4

Above we see Jennifer Lopez on the front cover of People magazine. People magazine is an American magazine that concentrates on human-interest stories based on celebrities.

Costume: Very different to costumes she is wearing on the covers of the other magazines, this costumes is not to make her look sexy and not to make her look particularly fashionable. This outfit, as well as her slightly messy hair, does well to portray her in a casual way. Her being presented in such a way shows that although she is a celebrity she is just like any other mother. This is a very important statement for this image to make because it really forges a connection between any mother viewing this cover page and Jennifer Lopez.

Facial expression: In this image she is smiling broadly which on one hand does make her seem attractive but put into proper context of the whole image it shows she is a happy mother of two children. It also conveys her as having a kind and friendly nature.

Body language: She looks as though she is sat back which shows she is relaxed and comfortable, again conveying the happier side of being a mother. Her arms are wrapped around her children as to again convey her motherly aspect and show her children are also the focus of the image.

Framing and camera shot: A Mid-shot has been used here because her children are a very important aspect of the shot, so the closer the shot the better visible the children are. Use of the mid-shot brings us closer to her and shows us she is inviting us to look at her children showing that she is a proud mother.

Setting colour and lighting: This shot has been set of a sofa, which is a casual scene that everyone can relate to, and by choosing a setting that is so easy to identify with readers will feel clearer link established between them and the celebrity. The colours used are all of a subdued nature, mostly whites, browns and pale blues, these help produce a calm and soothing atmosphere to the picture witch is strengthened by both children seeming to be asleep, this also adding a tranquil feel to the atmosphere. The lighting also works with the colour palette chosen for this image, the lighting is very soft and there are no dark shadows.