There is nothing more classic and timeless looking than good ol' B&W images of children. Each moment captured is a slice in time. The B&W canvas allows for expressions and eyes to pop out of the photo in a way that grabs you differently than color photos. Something about the toning just draws you into the photograph and you feel as if you were looking into the soul of the person captured. Alternatively, B&W is also an excellent way to view the "story" behind the image, which is probably why we often associate B&W photos with a more photojournalistic style.
These images are actually from an extended family of grandchildren. The grandmother initially contacted me wanting only B&W images so that she could put together a wall of coordinating framed photos... no problem, sounds like fun!
Here's some of my favorites from the session...
I love love that shot of the girls in the tutus! Even better that she is not looking up, but truly caught in the moment. Great images.
-Fellow photographer down in Oakland, CA. Don't remember how I found your blog but I'm glad I did!
Posted by: Mary | March 16, 2009 at 01:39 PM