One of the more divisive positions that I find in photographers is their rationale for, or dislike of, black and white photography. “I love color,” I hear often. “I’m all about the colors.
” Absolutely, color is cool. But I think the arguments in support of black and white are strong (some better than others!).
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Arguably, the closest thing we have to modern romance these days in digital photography is the black and white photograph. Black and white takes us back to a classic time that hits deep in our emotions in a way that some folks just don't understand. thephoblographer.com »
2023-10-10 22:00
". . . I learned photography in the classic way, loading my own film, setting my f-stop and shutter speed, focusing manually, developing, and printing my images in the darkroom," street photographer Gretchen Grace tells the Phoblographer. thephoblographer.com »
2023-03-24 13:00
Who doesn't love black and white photography? The deep darks and the eye-catching whites are what make this beautiful genre so mesmerizing. We've featured many photographers who remove color from their work and instead go for the more classic feel. thephoblographer.com »
2021-07-22 01:00
These photos from the GuruShots Life in Black and White contest are going to make you want to grab your camera. Gurushots just got done with their Life in Black and White photo contest that challenged photographers to share photos with that classic look everyone loves. Black and white photography has always been a huge source of thephoblographer.com »
2020-08-19 13:00
When you look at some of the most iconic photos throughout modern history, many of them will likely be in black and white. That's not to say that color images are any less impactful. Quite the contrary, in fact. thephoblographer.com »
2020-08-16 13:00
"Black and white creates a strange dreamscape that color never can," is a quote by photographer Jack Antaonoff. And if you're smitten with black and white photography, you know this to be true. Even the process of thinking in black and white is an entirely different one that engages your brain like no other. thephoblographer.com »
2020-05-22 13:00
When it comes to printing black and white photos using inkjet printers, there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure you get great results. In a quick introduction to printing black and white, lynda. thephoblographer.com »
2020-03-05 20:00
Although we're in 2019, black and white photography remains popular amongst photographers. That's because it brings a classic, timeless feel - something color just can't seem to match. Back in the early days of photography, people like Henri Cartier Bresson, Diane Arbus, and Ansel Adams championed the black and white aesthetic - setting the bar for the standard that others would need to reach. thephoblographer.com »
2020-01-29 08:00
Shooting in color and converting the photos into black and white in post is an approach preferred by many photographers for its advantages. But that's for another post. Today, we assume that this is the route you've chosen, whether as part of finding out which methods work for you, or as your standard practice. thephoblographer.com »
2020-01-26 14:00
When done correctly, boudoir photography is one of the more polished and artistic genres within the field of photography. Shooting the work in black and white adds an extra layer of sophistication to it, making it extra appealing to those that view it. thephoblographer.com »
2019-12-28 14:00
From one of our favorite black and white landscape photographer comes another stunning series showcasing the beauty of the sea. This time, he takes us to Banten Province of Indonesia, where he captured the mighty waves of Sawarna Beach and transformed them into minimalist monochrome masterpieces. thephoblographer.com »
2019-12-28 08:00
We hear from master photographers time and time again that black and white photography has the power to bring greater attention to composition in the absence of color. That presents both a challenge and an opportunity for anyone who wants to do creative shots in black and white. thephoblographer.com »
2019-11-11 17:00
There are color portraits that are displayed in black and white, and there are black and white portraits... these 35 photos fall into the second category. The post 35+ Best Black and White Portraits on 500px appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
2019-09-24 15:35
There are color portraits that are displayed in black and white, and there are black and white portraits... these 35 photos fall into the second category. The post 35 Fantastic Black and White Portraits on 500px appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
2019-09-24 15:35
The black and white aesthetic can sometimes be a contentious issue among photographers. The decision to shoot monochromatic images is, for some, an afterthought in a way that other choices like filters, focal lengths, and exposure settings would not be. petapixel.com »
2019-08-08 18:54
There is always something special about black and white images. Black and white photos have an air of style about them, and with these black and white presets you can add glamour and class to portraits, you can add drama to documentary photos, and you can make landscapes and cityscapes that pop. thephoblographer.com »
2019-03-15 01:00
Lots of folks sit there and say that black and white photography is a crutch for when your editing doesn't work otherwise, but Andrew Gibsons Art of Black and White Photography is a different beast that begins with telling you to learn how to think in black and white. thephoblographer.com »
2018-10-11 07:00
Black and white used to be the only way to go back in the old days of photography. Today, however, there's more than one way to make sure your black and white photos are on point. With these quick tips from London-based photographer Jamie Windsor, you can at least have a head start on getting better at black and white photography, whatever the genre you want to take on. thephoblographer.com »
2018-08-01 10:00
Years ago, Lomography introduced Lomography Earl Grey 100 black and white film and added yet another entry into the market that was looking for more 100 ISO black and white films. There are a few from Ilford, none from Kodak except for T-Max, one from Fujifilm and a few other manufacturers also produce them. thephoblographer.com »
2017-09-07 07:00
My number one goal as a photographer is to capture a moment in time as I experienced it when I released the shutter button. I want people to look at a photograph that I took and to feel as if they were standing there with me at the moment I took it. thephoblographer.com »
2017-08-25 07:00
Hey there! Last night’s show was unofficially sponsored by Jameson and it was a blast. We looked at your black and white (and monochrome) shots and got some amazing ones. Thanks for watching and (attempting) to submit. northrup.photo »
2017-02-24 20:35
Hey folks, Great news for subscribers to La Noir Image (our premium black and white photography website) that we announced in our Editor’s Letter earlier this month: when you subscribe to the site for $15/year, you get a special freebie. thephoblographer.com »
2017-01-03 23:02
Anton Belovodchenko‘s new series of black & white “bodyscapes” with model: Natal'ya Siglova. Siglova Natal'ya - Master of Sports. Winner and the prize-winner of the international tournaments and championships of Russia on taekwondo. boredpanda.com »
2016-12-20 19:10
I was truly impressed by what I saw while scouring Instagram to show you ten mostly monochrome street photographers to inspire you this month. The thing that excited me most was just how many people are making work like this, and how diverse and interesting street photography really is. thephoblographer.com »
2016-10-12 17:39
Bergger is probably not a name that rings any bells for you, but if you are a film shooter or even just a fan of film photography than it is a company you should become familiar with. The French company has engineers and developed a brand new black and white film, yes you read that correctly, a brand new black and white film - Pancro400. thephoblographer.com »
2016-10-06 22:47
Yucel Basoglu is obsessed with creating sweeping breathtaking scenery black and white photography using long exposure, and he breaks the stereotype in his "Men Alone" series by including a human subject in his frame. thephoblographer.com »
2016-09-26 15:12
My name is Zarko Panic, and I’m a London-based photographer specialising in noir style imagery. My city and everything in it represents the main source of inspiration, which I try to capture in the rawest way possible. petapixel.com »
2016-09-24 23:13
There is something about that super high contrast black and white look at just draws your attention to it. Photographer Greg Sino shoots a lot of it. "Black and White photography is an important part of my work, actually around 50% of it. thephoblographer.com »
2016-09-18 07:02
Lens filters are one of the most affordable yet also most versatile accessories you can stow in your lens bag. Some of them, like polarizers and UV filters, are practically ubiquitous in modern-day photography, used both to lend images a unique look as well as to protect your costly gear. [Read More]
In this era of ubiquitous high-resolution color screens, it seems hard to recall that photography established itself without color. The medium earned its position in the worlds of journalism, popular culture, and fine arts long before Kodak introduced color film.
Shooting black and white goes more than just taking away the colors or shooting in your camera's monochrome mode. There's a lot of things to check and keep in mind before you can get a good black and white image, especially when you're shooting landscapes.
Been thinking about going monochrome for your next landscape photography project? If the mountains are your next destination, we have just the right series to inspire you. Zurich-based Andreas Urscheler takes us to the majestic curves and winter slopes of the Davos and Piz Kesch area in Switzerland through his beautiful minimalist snaps in black and white.
Filmmaker and landscape photographer Adam Karnacz is back with another educational video to help you improve your landscape photography. This time around, he talks about how one can use and control color to elevate their landscape photography.
Hey there! Last night’s show was unofficially sponsored by Jameson and it was a blast. We looked at your black and white (and monochrome) shots and got some amazing ones. Thanks for watching and (attempting) to submit.