Even in the present years of digital revolution and technological innovation, it is pleasant to find that many of us still appreciate black and white pictures. Besides the sense of nostalgia that resurfaces upon glimpsing one, people tend to notice the story beyond the lenses. Without the disguise of hues and colors, the photographs are reduced to its original simplicity.
No doubt, colors, if used correctly, are able to spice up elements with bustling life and energy. Colored photographs emerged and became popular because people had (and has always) appreciated this. Yet, decades of thrill and excitement had also taught us to appreciate blandness. Black and white photographs have enabled us to be a witness to the intensity in our characters, or even the minds of the individuals who wield and maneouvre the cameras.
With this, let us toast to originality!
I do love black and white photography, there is so much you can do with shadows and contrast.
True. It magnifies the details that a colored photograph may not be able to capture.
Agreed. I like the top two photos.
Thank you.