Black and white
Aug 3, 2018 14:57:22 #
Chicflat
Loc: Tulsa, Ok,
I have been experimenting and following various postings on UHH for black and white photography, This conversion seems to me to meet requirements of shape, contrast, and tonal values. Since I am not sure yet that I have this sort of photographic vision, I would appreciate your input. Incidentally or maybe more to the point, when I see something that might work in black and white it is because any given itself pulls me towards that treatment; it is not that I see a subject that I would intend as a black and white image. I just don't see that way yet. So, I go as I can. And thanks for looking.
Aug 3, 2018 15:09:06 #
Take a look at some of the excellent videos on YouTube on b/w photography. And some of the excellent images here. You’ll know you’re getting it when you begin to see which images might look good in black and white.
This particular image is a little less contrasts than I prefer, but that’s all a matter of personal preference.
It’s a lot of fun when you get into it.
Andy
This particular image is a little less contrasts than I prefer, but that’s all a matter of personal preference.
It’s a lot of fun when you get into it.
Andy
Aug 3, 2018 15:32:55 #
Aug 3, 2018 15:42:18 #
Great range of tones. As noted, without strong darks. That gives the image a "soft" look, which is fine if that's what you want.
Aug 3, 2018 16:41:35 #
What post processing software do you use? Black and white from a color digital image offers lots of choices but needs good pp today.
Andy
Andy
Aug 3, 2018 17:37:59 #
I agree with the comment that my preference on your photo would be more contrast. I must say that I don't do a lot of black and white but over the years some of my favorites have been of people. I will post a couple in a new thread.
Aug 3, 2018 17:47:08 #
By the way, the suggestion for more contrast was not about the photo or processing, just the scene itself, which I really love otherwise. You’ve achieved a full range of zones, from darkest to whitest. I love the ghostly ambience and stacked rectangles.
But why is the GEICO Gecko 🦎 standing in front of the gas pumps? 😉
Andy
But why is the GEICO Gecko 🦎 standing in front of the gas pumps? 😉
Andy
Aug 3, 2018 18:09:46 #
Chicflat
Loc: Tulsa, Ok,
thanks. I don't know what I want. The reason your's and other's comments are helpful. I'm trying to delop a vision or a mode of perception.
Aug 3, 2018 18:10:28 #
Aug 3, 2018 18:11:20 #
Aug 3, 2018 18:13:26 #
Chicflat
Loc: Tulsa, Ok,
Andy. I did not see that since I was looking at the object as a cou-off electrical connection.
Aug 3, 2018 18:58:10 #
Chicflat wrote:
Andy. I did not see that since I was looking at the object as a cou-off electrical connection.
When I enlarged it, it was clear, and fit the scene. Just laughing at myself because my first thought was the Gecko!
Andy
Aug 3, 2018 22:03:29 #
Chicflat wrote:
I have been experimenting and following various po... (show quote)
Needs more contrast. Where we stay away from excessive contrast in color, in grayscale it makes for a more dramatic image.
Aug 3, 2018 22:04:24 #
Chicflat wrote:
I have been experimenting and following various po... (show quote)
Needs more Contrast. While we stay away from excessive contrast in color, with grayscale, it adds drama.
Aug 4, 2018 07:44:24 #
It looks to me like you’re on the right track. Something I always look for when shooting for b&w are images that will give the complete tonal range of black blacks and white whites.
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