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Editorial This was an amazing learning opportunity for me. I think the draft
looks nice. As for the 2024 magazine/ committee, I wish nothing
but the best for you guys! I cannot wait to see the 2023

magazine and future publications!

Review If the writers and reporters are the outline of the magazine, then the typesetters would be the ones
- Kok Thung Ern Sr2ScD, creative typesetter

highlighting it in stylistic designs. Typesetters have arguably one of the hardest jobs within the
magazine, each being in charge of attracting the reader with visual layouts that not only need to fit
the theme, but also ensure the elements used fit the contents by understanding the meaning and
emotions of each written piece. On top of that, they are expected to coordinate with each others’
typesetting style.
Hence why the typesetters of this year’s magazine were satisfied with the consistent formatting and
Joining this project has been fun... From my perspective at least. design style, especially when compared to previous iterations. They proved to be a friendly and
Watching the internal drama unveil, all the hard work that each helpful team, each being grateful for the learning opportunity in typesetting, particularly with the
individual put into editing, composing and designing every aspect use of InDesign.

of this magazine.

Being themed around exploration, illustrating for this magazine
- Ho Jin Xian Sr1ScC, captivating writer
really pushed me out of my comfort zone to experiment more with
Writers and reporters, undoubtedly the outline of the magazine. With such broad themes, each art.
writer and reporter is tasked with anything and everything within creating a masterpiece fit for our
readers’ liking.
Naturally, all writers and reporters were grateful for the platform they've been given to express - Chew Ni Jie Sr1ScA, excellent artist
their writing, as the magazine, being one of the only structured English mediums within Kuen Cheng As the name suggests, artists are in charge of all artwork within the magazine. They are also
High School, gave them reason to write. They found more room for creativity and experimentation expected to coordinate their artstyle to fit the theme of each written piece they are tasked with,
through the theme of “Exploration”. Some even made lots of cool friends! They gawked at the illustrating each scenario with the right emotions.
improved layout as their pieces are easier to read thanks to the typesetting. The artwork and When asked, the artists expressed satisfaction regarding the usage of their illustrations within the
photography was deemed to be very suitable too as they conveyed each piece wonderfully. Of theme. They were also pleasantly surprised with the niche topics covered and wished for more
course, most writers and reporters would love to have a hardcopy of the magazine too! exposure within the magazine.

Despite the few hurdles, I truly enjoyed the whole process! I had the
privilege of reading numerous outstanding proses before anyone
else! I can clearly recall a few instances where I forgot about The entire process was enjoyable, and the final draft is truly stunning.
proofreading - being captivated by beautiful works. Thank you to everyone who contributed their creativity and dedication!

Looking forward to a continuation of inclusivity and innovation in next
- Kristen Leong Hok Yii Sr1ScC, diligent proofreader year's magazine as well :)

If writing is the smelting of a blade, then proofreading is the grindstone. Each written piece within
the magazine is put through the process of evaluation by not just teachers but students too. - Tiffany Tan Qin Yu Sr2ScB, skillful photographer
Proofreaders are expected to look out for not only grammar mistakes, but are in charge of fact-
checking, plagiarism-checking, and editing the overall structure of each piece to suit the flow of The photographers of the magazine were tasked with the challenge of capturing ephemeral beauty
writing and convey a clearer message. Truly a meticulous task suited only for the sharpest of critics. within their lenses, tailored to suit the needs of each subtopic and chapter break.
The proofreaders of this year's magazine were relieved to be working with a well-organised and The photographers were grateful for the opportunities and inclusivity of both photography and
prepared structure of proofreading as compared to previous years. It made their tasks much easier illustrations. However, some hoped for better coordination and task management within the team.
to manage even with a busy schedule. Great improvements in communication were applauded too, They hoped to incorporate more fun tasks for photographers to help with as some believed the
especially regarding the magazine committee’s team lunch which was held in celebration of the scope of each subtopic proved to be quite challenging to capture within a single picture.
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