The Monochrome Minute

The Monochrome Minute is an article series to help you master the art of black and white photography. Whether you’re a beginner exploring light and shadow or an experienced shooter refining your style, our posts offer guidance on seeing in monochrome, capturing mood, and creating images that truly stand out.

5 Ways to Edit Your Monochrome Images
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5 Ways to Edit Your Monochrome Images

Converting a color photograph to black and white is more than a simple desaturation it’s about shaping tone, texture, and mood. In this post, we explore five powerful methods for editing your monochrome images in Lightroom and Capture One, from quick adjustments to film-inspired transformations, giving you full creative control over your black-and-white photography.

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How to Crop Monochrome Images for Maximum Impact
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How to Crop Monochrome Images for Maximum Impact

Cropping is one of the most powerful tools in monochrome photography. Learn how to choose the perfect aspect ratio from 1:1 squares to 4:5 verticals to enhance contrast, texture, and composition in every black-and-white image.

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5 Tips for Seeing in Black & White
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5 Tips for Seeing in Black & White

One of the biggest challenges when starting out in monochrome photography is learning to “see” the world without color.

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