Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/02/05
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Tristan Tom wrote in part: I have to admit, I'm torn between shooting black and white or color. I go through phases where I only want to shoot black and white. It's more emotional, it seems more artistic, more pure and to the core. This is part of my struggle as a photographer. My frustration is that I don't feel that I've developed my own 'look' or particular style of photograph yet... If only I could just settle on the choice between black and white or color... Tristan, Don't be so concerned about developing a style or 'look'. It will develop naturally as a result of shooting lots of film over a long period of time. It's your unique visual point of view. Others will recognize it before you do. Trying to impose a particular style on your photos will only limit you to a formula that narrows your vision. As for color vs. b&w, explore both. If you can, carry two cameras loaded with color and b&w so you are free to choose with each scene. After a while you will develop the instinct that will tell you which one is best suited for the photo. Just be open to the possibilities... Robert