Please comment

[DennisLee]

Hello All, I just finish a roll of B+W and it was my first roll on my new FM2N. I use XP2 with yellow filter and 50mm 1.8 lens.

Kindly comment.

Lotus Leaves in Botanic Garden:



Sunlight:



My Dog:

http://www.imagestation.com/mypictur...tion=feliz_bw1

Have a prosperous New year folks. By the way, how do i attach the photo on the thread instead of having the link?

Regards,
Dennis

[germ_boi]

At the post thread page, there is a URL icon(that world globe?) to the left of the URL icon, there is a picture icon. Click on it... Type the URL there and link it to any third party website...


Cheers!

[eyes]

Well composed for pic 1 & 2. The second photo however I would like to see them in colours. It should be a nice display of interaction of hues.

[SniperD]

Hmm.. sunlight's nice.. somehow different from any monochromatic shots here... just a nit: the horizon's tilted

[DennisLee]

Originally Posted by eyes Well composed for pic 1 & 2. The second photo however I would like to see them in colours. It should be a nice display of interaction of hues.

Is there any rule whether b/w is suitable for certain shots and color for others? How to differentiate the scenario to decide b/w or color?

Thanks in advance.

[DennisLee]

Originally Posted by SniperD Hmm.. sunlight's nice.. somehow different from any monochromatic shots here... just a nit: the horizon's tilted

Hi SniperD,

I use a b/w film that can be processed using c-41 solutions like any other color films. The effect is slightly different, maybe that's what you are refering to?

Regards,
Dennis

[pipefish]

I like pic 2 the most. Some comments:

1. I think pic 1 has more potential. I don't think the 50mm captures enough of the scene. You could perhaps try a 24-35 mm and go for more contrast, either by changing film or playing with filters.

2. I think B&W could also work quite well for pic 2 because it captures the areas of light/dark quite well. You could try toning down the sunburst a little though. It looks just a little OTT.

Take my comments with a pinch of salt. I'd be the first to admit that I am no expert on B&W. These are what I would personally be going for, if I were behind the shutter.

Cheers,

Alan

[eyes]

Originally Posted by DennisLee Is there any rule whether b/w is suitable for certain shots and color for others? How to differentiate the scenario to decide b/w or color? Thanks in advance.

When the emphasis is on the colour for your motif, shoot in colour. (ie. if it has it, flaunt it)

shooting a colourful scene in b/w removes the the excitement and mood that colour conjures (read up on colour psychology) but at times b/w is used for that very purpose, to remove subconscious distractions to refocus on the motiff. at other times, it is used to portray historical motiffs.

hope this helps.

[DennisLee]

Originally Posted by eyes When the emphasis is on the colour for your motif, shoot in colour. (ie. if it has it, flaunt it) shooting a colourful scene in b/w removes the the excitement and mood that colour conjures (read up on colour psychology) but at times b/w is used for that very purpose, to remove subconscious distractions to refocus on the motiff. at other times, it is used to portray historical motiffs. hope this helps.

Thanks for the tips.