See the world in a new way

Discover a new way of seeing in this intriguing and hands on workshop. Black & White photography is a timeless way of capturing photos, here you’ll learn how you can easily make your own with hands on learning and insightful discussion.

After a helpful and fun slideshow, students will work side-by-side with a BPW instructor in an enjoyable photo-walk in the Boston downtown area. Along the way, you’ll learn how to visualize the scenes in terms of tonal values and contrast rather than color.

This in-person workshop pairs well with our online course, Lightroom Classic: Black & White editing.

Suggested Prerequisites:

• Digital Cameras 1, Camera Basics 1-3, or familiarity with your camera

• Better Composition Photo Walk

Topics covered:

• Setting your camera for B&W

• Why B&W is so powerful

• Color truth: Tonal range, grayscale, and how color isn’t what you think…

• What subjects make for a great B&W photo

What to Bring:

• Camera with manual mode settings (DSLR, mirrorless, advanced point-and-shoots)

• Fully charged battery.

• Empty memory card.

• Second lens option (optional).

• Comfortable shoes (est. 2 miles of walking).

• Notepad and pen.

Do you need a camera? We offer rentals here.