MONO
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CHROM
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Written by Jose De La Cruz
Monochromatic photos allow for certain elements that may have been previously overlooked to stand out—enabling viewers to appreciate details such as textures, shapes, and shadows in an otherwise traditional photograph with vibrant hues. By removing color, the viewer can focus more on what’s happening in the photo, adding depth and emotion to a composition.
This type of photography enables creative expression through its emphasis on form, rather than just focusing on the colors of each element. Depending opon how much contrast is used in post-processing or what tones are chosen for conversion from color into monochrome, there is ample room for artistic opportunity and interpretation when creating monochrome photographs.