I think the design of this layout is very successful. I really like the way the photo was cropped. The fact that you can not see the women’s face makes the picture very interesting and familiar, kind of like you could know her. I also like that the image portrays movement, by doing so it draws the reader in because the page is dynamic. Another reason this layout is so good is that the picture uses the rule of thirds as well as depth of field. The positioning of the text also really adds to the success of the layout. The readers eye is drawn to the text by having it directly above the peak of the mountain. I also like that the title/text mimics the curve of the mountain. Overall what makes this layout so successful is the use of a strong image and smart placement of text.
