As I continue working on my mindfulness magazine, my focus has shifted to experimenting with color schemes and overall page flow. At this stage, I want to make sure that each page feels calm and cohesive, and that the magazine has a visual aesthetic that matches the reflective tone of the content.
The screenshot shows the two-page spread with placeholder boxes for images and blocks of text, so I can focus on page flow and visual balance without worrying about the final content yet.
I filled the main sections of the two-page spread with placeholder text to test how the layout works with large blocks of writing. Using gibberish lets me see how the text interacts with images, columns, and spacing without worrying about the actual content yet. This way, I can focus on refining the design and making sure everything looks balanced before inserting the real articles.
I started by testing different combinations of background colors and accent colors in Adobe InDesign. Using soft pastels and neutral tones felt most in line with the peaceful theme I am creating, while brighter or more contrasting colors seemed too harsh. I also experimented with how different colors affect the readability of the text, especially in spreads with larger blocks of content.
In addition to color, I looked at the flow of the pages. I wanted to make sure that images and text guide the reader naturally through the magazine without feeling cluttered. Even though I haven’t placed the final images yet, I created placeholder shapes to represent where photos and graphics will go. This helps me see how spreads work together and where there might be empty space that could be balanced with visuals later.
Testing these elements now will save time later when I start placing actual images and finalizing layouts. It also gives me a chance to adjust typography spacing, alignment, and margins in relation to the colors, making sure the magazine feels polished and intentional before the next stage of production.
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