1. Black
&
White Photography
By Robert Johnson

2. Definition of mono
Monochrome is a black and white image. A black and white work fitting from the very dark grey (black) to the very clear grey (white) is a monochrome work with the various shades of grey.
A black and white work toned entirely in a single colour will remain a monochrome work able to stand in the black and white category.

4. Building Blocks of a photograph
texture
tonal contrast (range)
shape
form
lighting

5. Texture

6. Mid Grey
Tonal Contrast
Histogram

7. Shape
Brings out hidden details
Ensures a more pronounced image

8. Form
Form, or shape if you prefer to call it that, works well when you have a large/predominant composition element in your photo. The viewer recognizes the element and it pushes an emotional button. For instance, lets say I was shooting a portrait of Dolly Parton…but I digress, lets move on.

9. Lighting

10. Learn to see in mono
Detail in background

11. Subjects for Black and white
Portraits

12. Subjects for Black and white
Landscapes

13. Subjects for Black and white
Architecture

14. Subjects for Black and white
Still life

15. Subjects for Black and white
Street Photography

16. Additional info
Shoot in RAW
Shoot lowest ISO
Gloomy & rainy days are good for Mono
Middle of day is better than golden hour
Shoot in low contrast situations.
Shoot informal images

17. Composition General tips on composition apply
Obvious difference is that you’re unable to use colour to lead the eye into your shot.
You need to train yourself to look at shapes, tones and textures in your frame as points of interest.
Pay particularly attention to shadows and highlights which will become a feature of your shot.

18. software

19. Twelve significant photographs in any one year is a good crop.
Ansel Adams
There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs.
Twelve significant photographs in any one year is a good crop.
A good photograph is knowing where to stand.

21. That’s all folks