Black & White, Education James Kelly Black & White, Education James Kelly

II. Techniques for Capturing Stunning Black and White Landscapes

n the captivating world of photography, colour often takes centre stage, stealing the spotlight and captivating our senses. However, there are instances where the absence of colour presents an intriguing challenge for photographers: how to maintain visual interest and guide the viewer's eye through a composition without the allure of vibrant hues. This is where the power of leading lines and shapes comes into play.

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Black & White, Education James Kelly Black & White, Education James Kelly

i. Understanding the Grey Colour Spectrum

In a world full of vibrant colours and visual complexities, black and white landscape photography stands out for its ability to communicate raw emotions and portray the essence of a scene. By stripping away the distractions of colour, this timeless art form directs our attention to the fundamental elements that define a landscape's character.

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Scotland, Winter James Kelly Scotland, Winter James Kelly

The Beautiful Mither Tap, Bennachie: A Winter Photography Adventure

Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Bennachie's Mither Tap during winter. Join us as we embark on a challenging yet rewarding trek to capture stunning images of this iconic summit. Discover the soft pastel colours, intricate snow shadows, and untouched landscapes of Bennachie. Watch the video to witness the editing process behind one of our breathtaking images.

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Scotland, Winter James Kelly Scotland, Winter James Kelly

Snow over Ben Rinnes

That feeling when you visit a location that you were just passing by and the photographic opportunity is to good not to let it pass you by. That is what happened when traveling to ClenCoe.

As we are driving up over the Huntly to Dufftown road, I know a spot that offers a great view of Ben Rinnes, the jewel of Morayshire. The morning light was perfect and with the first signs of snow drifting across just made that more special.

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Iceland, Travel James Kelly Iceland, Travel James Kelly

Iceland: Vestrahorn

For years I have been wanting to visit Iceland but always held back due to the increasing tourism and horror stories of other photographers but in September I had the opportunity to visit for 3 days . I only wanted to visit 1 location and spend most of the trip there and that was Vestrahorn.

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