Black and White Inspirations

 

black and white photo of a tropical valley with atmospheric clouds
Puriscal Valley View

I became inspired to try something different with photography. The abundance of the color green is intense in the tropics. I find that it often does not translate well in photos. It becomes too busy and the focal points get drowned out.

black and white photo of tropical tree leaves
Leaf Patterns

I became friends with someone on Flickr who inspired me to seriously try black and white. These photos are some of my first attempts and I have to say I really like them and enjoy the process.

black and white photo looking up through a tropical forest
Layers of Trees

I found that black and white photography requires me to see the compositions differently than in color. There is a learning curve I need to nurture before it becomes second nature.