Image Based:
This is the most common type of cover and it usually has very few people on it. The person could be looking directly at the camera, or off to the side somewhere for a more dramatic, interesting effect. The expression on the person's face determines the mood for the magazine cover and sets the standard for what is to come. However, the mood of the cover has to match the style of it.
Illustration Based:
This type of magazine cover has only illustrated images on it. The designers use the technique to show something funny or interesting and a lot of magazine covers want that sort of style. They are published independently and don't rely on newsstands to do their business for them.
Type Based:
Though this technique is rare, it portrays a big, bold message that it wants to get across to its viewers. The "type" is the wording on the cover that makes it stand out.
Concept Based:
This cover is also rare, but it is kind of like a combination of all three others. It wants to send out a funny, interesting message to its readers and make a connection with them. However, the message must be instantly recognizable to the viewer, which can be hard.
The relationship between words and photos on a magazine is based on the message it's trying to send. Sometimes a single picture can't describe everything the creator is trying to say, so they need certain words to sum it up (and vice versa). This relationship is important because without words and pictures, we wouldn't be able to explain or express ourselves efficiently to other people.
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