Mise en Scene is essential to portray meanings in media. It consists of six elements which are:
- Costume
- Lighting
- Acting
- Make up
- Props
- Setting
Below shows a poster which I have annotated, showing how these different elements are used to create different meanings.
From looking at Mise en Scene, I have learnt that when creating my music magazine, I will have to consider all 6 components. For example:
- Costumes: I will have to decide on what costume the people featuring in the magazine will wear. This will present not just their personality but will reflect the music that is being advertised.
- Lighting: I will have to consider how bright/dark and the colour of the lighting that the photos in my magazine will contain. This will reflect the mood of the music featured.
- Acting: I will have to decide on the proxemics and body language of my actors to present the correct message my magazine is trying to reflect.
- Make up: I will need to chose the correct make up and hair for my actors to wear so that they fit in with the theme of my magazine.
- Props: The props that will feature in my magazine will also need to present a story that matches the music being advertised.
- Setting: The locations where the photos taken (that are used in my magazine) will need to be thought out so that it fits in with the theme and style. If not, it will become confusing to the audience.