Sunday, May 8, 2011

MOVIES

My favorite movie of 2011 was, without a doubt, Inception. I remember watching it in theaters, being completely blown away by everything: the plot, the acting, the characters, the special effects, the music, the idea of inception and how deeply interwoven the plot is. Everything relates from beginning to end. I love that Inception is the kind of movie you can watch over and over and find new details and gain better understanding. It never gets old.

My favorite "oldie" movie is Ferris Bueller's Day Off. I remember watching it with my parents all the time growing up. It's one of those "feel good 1980's high school" movies, similar to The Breakfast Club or Can't Buy Me Love. I love the carefree attitude and witty humor found in this film, and I can't wait to watch it with my kids someday. Definitely a must-see classic!

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Magazines!

Name: Birds of a Feather
Concept: This is a magazine designed for women planning their wedding, however it has a twist unlike other wedding magazines on the market. This magazine would give step-by-step instructions on how to make everything from invitations, to decorations to doing your own hair for the big day. This is a practical, beautiful, budget-friendly wedding planning magazine for the girl next door.
Readers: Women, aged 20-40, middle class, interested in crafting, creating, weddings, love and romance. Positive self image, wanting to find money saving tips.
Competition: Wedding Magazine, Bride Magazine, Martha Stewart Magazine.

Advertisers:
-wedding photographers
-paper and craft supply companies
-florists
-travel agents and hotels
-beauty/makeup and hair companies

Articles:
-"He proposed...now what?" (a checklist to starting your plans for the big day!)
-HOW TO: make your own bouquets and centerpieces
-Vintage Chic (how to find those unique pieces locally, without breaking the bank)
-a guide to accessorizing any gown (sashes, veils, brooches and so much more)
-HOW TO: Make your own invitations, save the dates and thank you cards!

Cover: (I will draw and turn the cover in on Tuesday 5/3)
The cover will have warm colors, vibrant and inviting. The words will be in interesting fonts all over with a picture of a bride with crafts all around her and a big bold title!