![]() ![]() ![]() We’ll attempt to use different methods of grayscale conversion (and possibly blending them) to get to a working image that is as full of tonal detail as possible. The approach we will take here is similar to what I had done in my film days. Dynamic Rangeĭynamic range is the overall range of values in your image from the darkest to the brightest. Often, a straight conversion to grayscale can result in values that are all similar, yielding a tonally “flat” image.Ĭontrast is often considered in terms of the entire image globally, or in smaller sections locally. High contrast will have a sharper differentiation between tones, while low contrast will have less differences. ContrastĬontrast is the relative difference in tones between parts of an image. When referred to as the singular “tone”, it is usually referring to a single value of gray in the image. This can be subtle with smooth, even differences between values or much more pronounced. What I tend to refer to when using this term is the presence and relationship between different values of gray in the image. Without color, the form and tones are all that’s left.Īs an interesting side note, Edward Weston’s Pepper #30 is the image that began my personal interest in B&W photography. (this is often one of the primary reasons street photography is associated with B&W).Ĭonversely, the subjects and composition need to be much stronger to carry the result. ![]() This can be both liberating and confining.īy liberating yourself of color data the focus is entirely on the subjects and composition You want to keep in mind that by removing color information you are effectively left with only tonal data (and composition) to convey your intentions. There are a few things you should focus on in regards to preparing your images for a B&W conversion. In this article we are going to explore some of the most common methods for converting a color digital image into monochrome in GIMP. Black and White photography is a big topic that deserves entire books devoted to the subject. ![]()
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