Colors define the mood in the art, and this applies to photography as well. Different shades of the same color can convey mixed messages, and thus it’s crucial for the photographer to know how to alter their works to express the feelings they have in mind.

There is something special in the minimalistic application of colors on the painting as you get to spend more time on little that the artists put on the canvas. Black and White aka monochrome pictures are same in that regard. They can convey more than photos that are packed with various colors. The reason for this is the attention to details that will have you admire the picture for a long time.

Why people love monochrome pictures?

I can list several reasons that monochrome became as popular as it is now. Some of them might be subjective, but that is what you get when you read a personal blog.

The most subjective part of this list is the mood that monochrome pictures give off. The lack of bright colors tends to induce relaxation, and that allows you to perceive the photo better than you would normally. It also allows you to pay more attention to the photo as there aren’t any bright distractions that would ruin the experience.

You can apply monochrome effects to any photo, and it won’t ruin it. It doesn’t matter whether it is architecture or a portrait, black and white work everywhere. If you are skillful, then the result will be better than the original.

The modern art (including pictures) focuses on bright colors and the contrast between the same. Monochrome isn’t like that. Images that get monochrome facial are subtle, and only three colors play the part of telling the story, and they are black, white and gray. The sharpness of these three, as well as their shades, create different effects in the photos that range from dark (high contrast between black and white) to subtle (very little contrast that gives off a calming, almost fluid effect).

Monochrome photography – Where the moods matter

If you like expressing feelings through your photos, then black and white is for you. It allows you to adjust pictures that will set moods that viewers will be able to recognize and appreciate. Give it a try, and you will stick with it for a long time.