Black and White Digital Photography Photo Workshop

Creative options abound in black and white

Once the photographer′s only option, black–and–white imagery today offers a creative opportunity. Without the distraction of color, the essential elements of texture, tone, shape, and composition become the building blocks of the image. If you′ve considered exploring the creative possibilities of black and white, this book gives you not only the necessary tools and guidance, but also the inspiration to venture into a new and exciting monochromatic world.

Learn to see opportunities for stunning black–and–white images

Discover how photography basics apply to black and white

Make optimum use of camera settings and filters

Develop your sensitivity to shadow, contrast, and highlights

Enhance your images when processing, and explore innovative effects

CHAPTER 1 Black–and–white Vision.

Why Black and White?

Creating Black–and–white Images.

Visualizing in Monochrome.

Selecting Your Images.

Timing the Moment.

When Should You Use Black and White?

Finding Photos Wherever You Are.

CHAPTER 2 Photography Fundamentals.

Exposure.

Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO.

White Balance.

Composition.

Your Unique Point of View.

CHAPTER 3 Getting the Most Out of Your Camera.

Read the Manual.

Knowing the Controls.

Using the Exposure Modes.

File Settings.

Adjusting Tone and Contrast in Camera.

White Balance Questions.

Using Filters.

Settings to Start with.

CHAPTER 4 Working With Light.

Metering and Exposure for Black and White.

Zone System Basics.

Learning Your Metering Systems.

Light Direction.

Light Quality.

Looking for Landscape Lighting.

Great Light for People and Portraits.

Dealing with Tones at Twilight.

Black and White After Dark.

CHAPTER 5 Tools and Toys.

Infrared Digital Photography.

Lensbaby.

Black and White by Your Side.

Strobes.

Tripods.

CHAPTER 6 Tonal Quality in Black and White.

Colors in Black and White.

Tones and Contrast.

Working with Shadows and Contrast.

Light Quality.

Dealing with Weather.

Looking for Highlights.

Building Depth in the Shadows.

CHAPTER 7 The Black–and–white Digital File.

Converting to Monochrome.

Learning from Film Filters.

RAW or JPEG?

Digital RAW Black–and–white Conversions.

CHAPTER 8 Working in the Digital Darkroom.

Understanding Local and Global Changes.

Multiple RAW Processing.

Working with Adjustment Layers.

Dodging and Burning.

Layer Masks.

Shadow and Highlight Tool.

Additional Filters and Tools.

Selective Effects.

Film Simulations.

Create Your Own Workflow.

CHAPTER 9 Toning, Coloring, and Special effects.

Old–process Effects.

Adding Tints and Tones.

Split Toning.

Coloring Monochrome Images.

Infrared Effects.

High Dynamic Range.

Compositing New Images.

CHAPTER 10 Output: Printing and Presentation.

Inkjet Printers and Papers.

Calibrating your Equipment.

Creating Black–and–white Prints.

Digital Output Options and Ideas.

Glossary.

Index.

CHRIS BUCHER is an award–winning editorial and commercial photographer. His photographic interests range from advertising campaigns to Southwestern landscapes, and his client list is equally diverse. Chris′s work has appeared in shows, galleries, and museums throughout the country and overseas.