Category: Black and white Photography
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Photographing the exquisite Looping Vine Tendril- part 2
A new project is born, photographing the various aspects of the Looping Vine Tendrill.
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Photographing the exquisite Looping Vine Tendril
Nature offers endless inspiration for photographers, and one captivating subject is the looping vine tendril. These delicate spirals, twisting and curling as they search for support, showcase the elegance of plant movement in a single frame.
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The beauty and bleakness of California’s Central Valley- part seven- the Fibonacci spiral
In my previous posts, I’ve aimed to provide some tips and guidelines on composition. I noted that photographing the Central Valley landscape is challenging due to its limited redeeming beauty and anchor points. In this post, I show an image composed over a Fibonacci spiral.
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The dry leaf of Monstera deliciosa -One more for my Winter Gallery
I present an addition to my Fall/Winter gallery at GeoGalleries and write about the composition of scientific names.
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The beauty and bleakness of California’s Central Valley- part six
I have a collection of photographs portraying California’s Sacramento Valley, which is the northern portion of the Central Valley. And because I want to portray this valley as I see it, I am convinced that black and white works better for me: although color photos typically capture reality, the nonexistent…
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Water lilies in black and white at the botanical garden in Rio de Janeiro
The water lilies at Rio de Janeiro’s botanical gardens were gorgeous during my last visit, and I made an image for my black and white botanical collection.
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That lone tree on a rugged landscape, in monochrome
As symbols of resilience, lone trees are cherished landmarks, offering shade and shelter for wildlife while enriching the region’s biodiversity. They remind us of the natural heritage that once flourished across this fertile land.
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The best thing about Niteroi is the view of Rio de Janeiro
The Sugar Loaf in Rio de Janeiro stands tall framed by the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC) in Niteroi.
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Inspiring botanical photographer – Karl Blossfeldt
Karl Blossfeldt’s photography invites us to see nature through a different lens—one that reveals the complexity, elegance, and artistry inherent in every plant.
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Popular Images, Social Media, and why Simplicity and Monochrome Often Fall Short
Let’s dive into a few elements that make certain images more likable and explore why simplicity in monochrome might not always hit the mark.
It is all about the light 