Creative Black and White Book (2nd Edition)

Explore the artistry of black-and-white photography with "Creative Black and White (2nd Edition)," where acclaimed photographer Harold Davis delves into the unique challenges and opportunities this medium presents. Stripped of color, contrast, lighting, and composition take center stage, and Davis guides you through the fundamental principles of black-and-white photography, breaking down the rules and offering insights on when to bend or break them.

In this revised and expanded edition, Davis brings the tools up to date, with extended sections on monochrome techniques in Lightroom, Photoshop, and related plugins. The book is divided into comprehensive sections, each tackling different aspects of the monochromatic vision.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

THE MONOCHROMATIC VISION

Explore thinking, contrast, and composition in black and white photography.

BLACK AND WHITE IN THE DIGITAL ERA

Discover the digital roadmap, RAW advantages, and techniques in Adobe Camera RAW, Lightroom, and Photoshop.

CREATIVE BLACK AND WHITE OPPORTUNITIES

Delve into lighting, HDR effects, toning, LAB color, blending modes, and creative opportunities.

MOBILE BLACK AND WHITE

Explore black and white photography using mobile devices, including Snapseed and mobile workflows.