Photographing for Black and White

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You may not see a lot of black and white photography anymore, but it’s definitely out there. This session walks you through exactly how to generate stunning black and white photographs, using either settings on your camera or computer programs. You will look over the shoulder of our expert instructor as he tries out various effects while explaining how you can use the same tools to create your own black and white photos.

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