Today I had a chat with Simon about the briefs requirements as I was slightly confused about what the requirements were for the content of the publication. I wanted to find out whether or not we had to use the theme of the alphabet throughout our book. So starting at 'A' and ending with 'Z'. I told Simon of my concerns how using the alphabet could possible make my book too long due to my layout restrictions as i can only use one letter of the alphabet on a page spread. Simon said that we didn't have to use the alphabet theme but as long as you use a variety of type images with a bit of information then that would be perfectly fine. Another thing Simon noted was that the main aspect of brief 3 was not focused on the design of the book but the production. And everything we do, it must be backed up with an explanation of how it would effect the production method, at a small scale and on a commercial level.
Taking all this on board, I may work out if i want to proceed with my current layout or simplify my layout so i can fit more images on one double page spread. The main issues with my book is the restrictions. The way I've designed the book only allows me to have 2 images on each spread which will impact my production budget. The main way around this problem would be to go back to the drawing board and to create a layout which communicates with my target audience and allows me to be more flexible and fluid with my layout. Instead of only a maximum of 2 images it would be desirable to create a grid system where i could have up to 5 images on one page.
If i can achieve this effectively then it opens me up to a range of production methods that wasn't available with the current layout choice I have. More binding opportunities, cheaper printing cost and thicker stocks are only sum of the avenues that would open up but the main advantage is just how cost efficient it would be and that could be reflected if the publication was to be printed commercially.
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