Had about an hour or so at lunchtime to see if I could find anything to shoot, while at a company meeting in Napa, California. The light was harsh and this tree caught my attention.
Clicking on the image will open up a larger image, for your viewing pleasure:
Here’s the monochrome version, conversion in Aperture:
Which one do you prefer and why?
Excellent composition. I believe I prefer the colour version, but lately I’ve been “thinking” more in colour. I would be proud of either one though.
Thanks, Peter. In this case, I too prefer the color version.
Cheers!
I seem to work more with B&W images these days but I have to say I prefer the colour version of this shot. The reason can be summed up in one word — contrast.
The colour version has it, the B&W conversion does not. Having said that, I think a second stab at the B&W conversion could see me change my preference.
I can well understand why this tree caught the eye and I like the composition.
Calvin. thanks for visiting and your kind comments. I didn’t notice it till you pointed it out, but you’re right, the monochrome image has lower contrast. I am working on a laptop screen but will revisit the monochrome conversion when I have access to a calibrated screen and can “see” better. Appreciate the pointer. Any chance you’ll post your B&W work on the forum? Cheers!