There are people who like Black and White images, but also there are people who hate them.
I like converting some of my colored pictures to B&W to see if they convey a different mood. Whether I like them depends on the mood they give me.
The picture was taken at Lake Geneva, I like the clouds in the B&W which dominate the picture.
For comparison, the colored version is also shown. It gives a more peaceful feeling. Also, the snow capped mountain can be more clearly seen.
Sometimes, I ended up liking both versions.
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I like the color better here, but sometimes I like B&W. I like that you experiment. It leads to brilliance sooner or later. š
Hi Brenda, I am trying out to see whether other pictures will look more attractive / interesting in B&W. Many thanks for the perusal and comment š
I love clouds…nice to see the beauty in things that others see as less.
Hi, I like clouds do, maybe I should do some more posts on clouds. Regards, Michael
My reaction to the b&w was WOW! But I also love the tranquility conveyed by the beautiful blue. Great photo!
Hi Linda, I think we love the pictures for different reasons, it maybe quite hard to chose on only one. Thank you for the perusal and comment š
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Nice shot ! I like the B&W version. I just started out in B&Wand still lots to learn. I like how some things become more prominent in B&W than in color.
Yes, I am going through my archive to see which picture come out more interesting when turned into B&W. Thanks for the comment š
They are both nice photos. The B&W implies an ominous, foreboding feeling whereas the color photo imparts peace or a relaxed tone or mood.
Yes, you have described both very well, John. Thanks for the continued support š
I always feel that Black & white adds more drama to clouds.
I feel that too, Cate. regards, Michael
I like B&W for the passion and emotion it can convey. Also the power! The image in color is just blue, albeit different shades of blue. But when converted to black and white, you really get a sense to the power in the storm. You have the tranquil looking WHITE fluffy clouds mixed with the angrier BLACK ones! love it!
Yes, white fluffy clouds vs angrier black ones – well said. Thank you š
Although there is a lot of light in the first photo it’s a bit ominous and the clouds are the focus as you said but in the second picture the clouds are peaceful and swirly and my eyes are drawn to the water.
You are right, the B&W’s focus is on the clouds and the color one is on the water. Thank you š
They both have value. There are shadows in the black and white that express the mood of the clouds clearly.
The B&W has shadows which the color one does not have – that makes it more interesting. Thank you š
Excellent practice! I will give it a try!
Yes, do try, it is quite interesting! Regards, Michael
Astonishing beauty.
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Oh, I just saw it in color. Love them both, both still like the black and white!
The B&W has its attraction , I would say, above the colored one. Regards, Michael
Honestly, I feel that the colored photo here shows more of a somber and strikingly depressing mood. I didn’t expect that, but I really prefer the black and white!
The color picture is a bit dull, even the clouds – which only become interesting in the B&W. Regards, Michael
B and W makes for a more dramatic effect but you could read the clouds as stormy, the colour, as you say does give the sense of serenity.
Yes, this is exactly my feeling too. Thank you!
beautiful pictures! Each evokes a different feeling.
Quite true – thanks for the comment š
I like both versions.
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Love clouds
Thank you SV!
Not really a black & white fan, but here I thing I vote for the black and white … because of the drama it creates, while the colored photo is just a great shot.
Hi Viveka, I remember you said you don’t particularly like B&W, I am glad that this time you prefer the B&W. have a great rest of the week!
Michael, my week has been pretty good … so thank you.
Yes, here the photo had so much more to tell in B&W.
Thank you Viveka!
The photographer Elliott Erwitt once said in relation to his photographs that “color” would describe, while “Black and White” would interpret. When I look at your two pictures, I find that Erwitt was right with his words. And I like both versions! Each of them has something special. Thanks for this good idea.
I have not heard of Elliott Erwitt before but I totally agree with what he said. Thanks very much for relating his comment – my pictures realy fit into what he has said. Thanks also for liking the photos. Regards, Michael
I like them both. š
Glad that you like both; thank you š
The clouds and the hills stand out more in the coloured version. On the other hand the black and white version is darker and more brooding, so I will plump for the monocrome.
Think each has its merit – I like the B&W as being more powerful. Regards, Michael
It is amazing that the same picture can convey such different types of feelings and emphasis with the use of colour. Thank you, Michael.
It is really amazing – for this reason, I have included both photos so blogging friends can compare and see which one they like. The responses are quite diverse – B&W, Color and both! Thanks for the continued support š
Contrast and comparison is a wonderful tool to assist others to go inward to choose what they really value, it makes them think, about change, and how a shot of something is only temporary, it is in continual change, cloudy versus sunny days!!!! Thank you!!!!
Yes, only change is constant – even in the clouds photo, the formation / shape of the clouds changed by the hour / minute. Your comments are very insightful. I hope other readers will reader it – thanks very much š
The more refined Asian concept of “impermanence”, the elegance and refinement of perception of the passing of a few minutes as the sun is shaded by a tall tree, as the photographer captures the essence of the impermanent flow of light upon a landscape. The “capture” of this exquisite moment, whereby the landscape or any other subject is portrayed in its less stark contrast. This subtle, rich beauty for a few minutes in the early morning or later evening, when the sun is not directly shining can be the most thrilling for the photographer. The subject is viewed with great spiritual/inner awe of the essence of impermanence within these few minutes. Thank you for your comment!!!!
Thank you for your thought provoking comment too. Have a great week š
I’m digging the black and white. It captures more emotion for me, as if I’m in awe of nature.
The clouds in the B&W definitely stir up emotions. Have a great weekend š
You are so interesting! I do not believe I’ve truly read something
like that before. So great to find someone with some unique thoughts on this topic.
Seriously.. thank you for starting this up. This site is one thing
that’s needed on the web, someone with a little originality!
Many thanks for the encouraging comment – it is comment like this which gives me strength to continue blogging. Have a great weekend š
I think B & W delineates edges and textures of the clouds more. However, both B & W and color photography, have their respective places.
You are right – your comment on the B&W is spot on. Personally, I like the photos for different reasons. Regards, Michael
I almost always prefer the colour – but its nice to see both versions. As usual, I like the colour one best though.
You probably are a person who likes inner peace. The color one does instill this in my mind. Thank you š
I never tire of clouds. You are very talented !
Thank you for your kind words. I would be posting another one on Clouds š
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B&W is a dominant feature with virtue. Life is also in living color !
In fact, I like both B&W and colors depending on the mood they convey. Regards, Michael
I lean towards color and also dream in color. Do you?
I like the peace the color photo conveys, the sea and the snow capped mountain on the photo. Regards, Michael
So do I very much Michael!
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Pleasure’s mine Michael , beautiful clouds
Glad that you like the clouds. Have a great week!
Thanx , wishing u a gr8 week too
Thank you !