9 quick tips for BETTER BLACK & WHITE photos

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Published 2018-02-13
These days, colour is the default from the casual smartphone shooter to the professional photographer with the high-spec DSLR. Black and white has become a filter, an afterthought, a way of 'rescuing' problematic shots.

But black and white is more than an editing technique, it's a completely different way of working. A completely different photographic language.

Making the conscious choice to create black and white photography will help you develop your visual senses and force you to see the world differently.

In this video, I run through 9 tips and techniques to help you develop your black and white photography.

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00:00 Introduction
02:10 PLAN TO SHOOT BLACK AND WHITE
02:52 LOOK FOR THE ABSTRACT
04:00 SHOOT IN RAW OR USE COLOUR FILTERS
04:46 USE LONG EXPOSURES
05:36 DODGE AND BURN
07:09 UNDERSTAND HOW LIGHT IS AFFECTED
07:52 USE HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE (HDR)
08:38 EMPHASISE MOOD
09:15 S

All Comments (21)
  • @CPTMorningWood
    Can't wait to watch this channel blow up! Keep up the good work man
  • @daswhitney
    This was one of the best, most thoughtful YouTube photography essays I've watched.
  • @ardagunal3641
    I love how you turn regular informative videos and turn them into art.
  • @aocchan
    I'm a very beginner photographer and subconsciously I've never liked black and white. But after watching this video, I think I understand it more, and I feel like giving it a try, eventually. Thank you for explaining not only the techniques, but also the art and meaning behind photography.
  • @phunkyfill74
    "[Shooting in] black and white is not generally something that we pre plan... it is more than an editing technique; it's more than a creative filter; it's a completely different way of working - a completely different photographic language." -You subscribed!
  • I'm so glad my procrastination skills brought me to this video! I'm really excited to start shooting black and white this weekend.
  • @ro3843
    How is he not as popular as McKinnon? His content and production are better imo
  • @DonalLeader
    This has to be one of the best ever practical videos on black and white photography. I belong to the old film days when I did my own darkroom processing. This video inspires me to go back there again. Great stuff!
  • @nir2594
    This channel is my favorite source for photography now. Jamie, your approach is really valued.
  • @MattHooker
    It's always nice to switch the brain over to B&W mode and spend the day with it, and since I got your film presets I've enjoyed it even more.
  • I also studied photography in my late teens at college. At the time it was just a case of doing a fun course at college and didn't carry on photography after the course. All my work was also black and white producing my own prints in the darkroom. Now I'm getting back into photography 20+ years later I've found myself leaning toward black and white again. Great informative video. ATB Steve.
  • you're actually amazing. you have taught me way more about photography then studying as an A LEVEL. well done you deserve so much more appreciation
  • @ajb73
    Finally a video that doesn't treat me as an idiot or brand new to photography - a heart felt thank you. Like you, I learned B&W on an old fully manual camera - 20 years later I'm picking up the same camera and shooting film again - it feels good and videos like yours really help inspire me to do it again
  • @eddiekirk2101
    Oh my goodness, Jamie! This video has so many amazing elements! Humor, art, brilliant writing, concise information, and every single shot is captivating. This is seriously a perfect format, and your style just makes it that much more incredible. I've been a watcher for some time, and I have finally subscribed because of this video. Thank you for putting your time and passion into creating content like this!
  • My new favourite presenter. Love his style and method or presenting really sound ideas. He not only knows his stuff, he feels it as well.
  • Just discovered your channel; I've been devouring all your content. I love that you treat the audience with intelligence. Your photos at the end are incredible. Thank you so much!
  • Walking around Chinatown in Bangkok yesterday I couldn't take a decent photo. On a whim I switched to Acros film simulation on my Fuji Xt2 and the world transformed. I took a dozen shots that I loved. Watching your video today has been incredibly helpful; entertaining and informative as usual. I'm keen to go out and do it better now. Thanks for sharing your expertise.
  • @willermax
    This video is gold, I find myself back on this video from time to time.
  • @raleighlay1495
    You’ve made this a favorite YouTube site for me! Your discussions with us on the many aspects of photography - imparting thought, perspective and a bit of history - hits the bullseye! All to often photography Youtubers talk about form but offer little substance, fact but no idea! You’ve given me a lot to consider in many videos and I’ll endeavor to incorporate some of what I’ve learned into my photography, so that it conveys my truth through the lens. Thanks, and keep up the great work!