WEEK 48: B&W – Paper
This week we’ll be exploring the creative possibilities of paper. Paper is interesting because it can both reflect light as well as transmit light depending on whether it is being READ MORE →
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WEEK 44: B&W – Wide-Angle Abstract
I was reviewing the video by Eileen Rafferty that inspired my first challenge this year and was inspired yet again with another challenge theme: B&W Abstracts. It might help to READ MORE →
WEEK 36: B&W with Colored “Filters”
This week’s challenge introduces the concept of using colored filters for B&W photography. Some of you may already be familiar with this concept, but for others it will be brand READ MORE →
WEEK 32: B&W – Triangles
Implied triangles can also be used to create a relationship between objects in a photo. This article offers a wonderful explanation of the concept:
Street Photography Composition Lesson #1: Triangles. For example in the photo below, there is an implied triangle between the bicyclist, the person in the crosswalk in the background and the people on the sidewalk. While any one of those points is relatively small in the frame, the triangle between them creates a relationship that makes the photo about the people and not the cars. READ MORE →
WEEK 26: B&W – Leading Lines
Lines are an important element in composition and this week we are going to focus on a subset of lines called “leading lines”. I’m sure that most if not all READ MORE →
WEEK 19: B&W – Water
Long exposures of running water can add a sense of motion to our images. Yes, majestic waterfalls make for beautiful images, but small streams are often easier to find and beautiful in their own way. You might need to search a little harder for a good composition, but the concept is the same. Use a tripod and experiment with different shutter speeds to figure out how blurred you want the water to be. READ MORE →
WEEK 14: B&W – Interesting Plainness – 2018 Trevor Carpenter Photochallenge
“An interesting plainness is the most difficult and precious thing to achieve.” -Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (Architect) I read this quote recently and thought it would make for an READ MORE →
2018 WEEK 8: B&W – Shadows / The Trevor Carpenter Photo Challenge
Shadows can be a compositional element creating balance. Similar to reflections, they double the volume of the subject. I can see the heart shape captured below as a popular choice, but there are many other mirrored shadows that might be interesting subjects. I encourage you to be creative. READ MORE →
WEEK 4: B&W – Finding the Light – 2018 Trevor Carpenter Photo Challenge
Ask yourself, “What caught my eye initially?” and determine how best to capture the essence of that with your camera. Every element in the frame should enhance the purpose of your photo. If there is an element in your frame that distracts the eye or detracts from the essence, figure out how to eliminate or minimize it. READ MORE →
WEEK 51: Creative Holiday Lights – 2017 Trevor Carpenter Photochallenge
It’s time to get creative and have fun! Holiday lights present the perfect opportunity to play with new techniques. You might be surprised at the results! If you used holiday READ MORE →