How does your media product represent particular social groups?

The image on the left is from my own music magazine whereas the other is from a very successful music magazine VIBE. My image is taken of a model whereas the other is of a well known artist. There are several similarities along with other differences between these images. They are both similar artists and I tried to show the same effect with my magazine. A strong similarity which gives off the best effect is the facial emotions which both show a relaxed but smug effect, with the artist staring into the camera directly at the audience. The body effect is also similar with both showing the same emotions however the positioning of the arms are different with my image showing the artists hands in his jumper pockets, whereas the real magazine image shows the artist with his arms crossed. The clothing is different due to the fact of the age difference between the artists and their look. The VIBE magazine image has the figure wearing a black vest top which highlights his tattoos to portray his attitude and appearance. My artist however is wearing a hooded jumper to relate to his age group and their stereotypical appearance.