Would love C&C on my B&W

SuperMom30 · Jun 23, 2009

These are my B&W photos (started shooting in September) I would love some C&C so I can get better at shooting B&W.

1. Old Oak

2. The Web

3. Old Store

4. Old Poll Barn

5. What was Left

kreuzberg · Jun 28, 2009

I'm only a beginner but as no-one else has given any feedback I thought I'd give it it a go.

I like 1 and 4 the best. The first one is my favorite though, it's nice and simple and the composition and contrast work really well. Number 4 has a lovely old feel to it and helps it stand out more when compared to picture 3, although the lighting in 4 is pleasant.

I dont think 2 and 5 work as well, the bright light in 2 spoils it as it obscures the spider web and is distracting, which is a shame as the left side is lit really well.I don't know what it is but 5 has weird blurryness to it, it looks like maybe you were moving when you took it.

This probably hasn't helped much but keep up the good work!

fast1 · Jun 28, 2009

maybe for the first pic you could show us the entire tree?

Sachphotography · Jun 29, 2009

So... um... What are you shooting with? That will help give you advise.

SuperMom30 · Jul 3, 2009

Sachphotography said:
So... um... What are you shooting with? That will help give you advise.

I have a canon S5 IS ...Thank you all :sexywink:

musicaleCA · Jul 4, 2009

How are you converting to black and white?

In any case, check this out.

Edit: Wait, did I already ask you this question?

jamagica · Jul 4, 2009

wow..and to actually critique your work....

the top one's my favorite, another reason the rule of thirds is a guideline of thirds..The spider web one is quite abstract. The tree in the background looks like a cautious hand about to pick at the spider hahaha. the last one is so..ghosty..great.

This are all very unique, and interesting