Margo, over at her blog, That Little Voice, posted a black and white photo for a challenge. It reminded me how much I enjoy black and white photography, and I said as much. We both mentioned that we don’t do many these days, and I suggested this week we each try to post one black and white image.
So I went out with Penny looking for an opportunity.
For me the thing about black and white is finding simplicity. I like images that aren’t busy, trending toward modern art.
I didn’t exactly find that on this search. But as soon as I took this shot I knew it could be interesting in black and white.
This is Penny exploring a boat ramp at a local lake when the lake was mirror smooth. I was letting her decide if she wanted to get her feet wet. She wasn’t excited about the chance, the only one with wet feet at the end of the day was me. She was curious about the water, hence the ripples around her nose.
I think I’ll keep an eye out for another black and white image when Penny and I are exploring. You never know when you’ll spot something cool. Thanks to Margo for inspiring me to go out and look for black and white!
July 5, 2023 at 6:35 am
You’re right. It does make for an interesting photo! We have to stop and look because at first glance, we think… What is that?
I forget to go black and white and usually, it’s when a friend says: oohh, that one would be spectacular in B&W. So I play with it. She’s always right, too!
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July 5, 2023 at 10:04 am
It’s fun to experiment.
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July 5, 2023 at 10:17 am
I don’t doubt that for a second 🙂
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July 5, 2023 at 6:56 am
Thank you for the inspiration. It’s been a busy span and my creative juices needed a spark. Just wait until she discovers water and how much fun it can be! Being tentative is a good way to start. Love her curiosity.
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July 5, 2023 at 10:05 am
I’m interested in how she will take to getting in the water. Katie HATED getting her feet wet and would never consider walking into a lake. But Penny is more adventurous, and just might, once she figures it out.
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July 5, 2023 at 7:01 am
The photo of Penny by the water is a perfect one for black and white. The white—clouds or mist?—and the ripples give it an interesting texture. Penny adds the energy.
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July 5, 2023 at 10:05 am
The white is a cloud reflected in the water.
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July 5, 2023 at 9:31 am
Penny is as cute in black and white as she is in color. The ripples are great–for a minute, I thought she had dunked her entire head in the water! 😮
I’ve not taken B&W photos in forever. I think this is the inspiration I needed. Thanks, Dawn.
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July 5, 2023 at 10:06 am
I have another angle with her head up that’s pretty cool too. At least then you can see she HAS a head!
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July 5, 2023 at 10:05 am
I like it! You can just tell how gingerly her nose or tongue is touching the water without actually seeing it. Very cool
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July 5, 2023 at 10:11 am
She was curious, but not ready to go frolicking into the water. I have hope eventually she’ll like walking in water.
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July 5, 2023 at 10:11 am
Black and white has a lot going for it, as this shot demonstrates.
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July 5, 2023 at 10:11 am
Thanks, Margaret!
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July 5, 2023 at 10:38 am
I rarely take photos in black and white, yet I really like seeing them from other people. Wonder why that is? Perhaps habit, or laziness. Anyway, thanks for the nudge (and by the way, Penny looks pretty in black and white, too!)
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July 6, 2023 at 11:02 am
These day getting them to black and white isn’t difficult, though I guess that depends on what editing software you’re using. I remember when you had to buy black and white film.
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July 5, 2023 at 3:42 pm
This is wonderful in black and white!
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July 6, 2023 at 11:02 am
Thank you. I thought it was interesting.
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July 6, 2023 at 7:16 am
Nice!
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July 6, 2023 at 11:03 am
Thank you!
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July 7, 2023 at 3:04 pm
What a mystical photo. I really love the ripples.
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July 7, 2023 at 5:59 pm
Me too.
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