ONLINE: Embark on a journey beyond color imagery to discover the art of creating evocative images in black-and-white. Learn the what, why, when, and how of making black-and-white photographs through brief, focused presentations, facilitated discussion, hands-on assignments, and weekly reviews of your photos. Students will learn how to create black-and-white images with their own cameras (digital or smartphone), or by converting color images with techniques using suggested post-processing software. We will explore how the light, shadow, and texture of the black-and-white medium can be used to convey strong emotional and narrative content. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, join us and come away with a deeper appreciation for the timeless beauty and emotional depth of black-and-white photography. | Facilitated discussion, Active Skill Learning.
Max enrollment: 12.
Class sessions are recorded.
Fran DeRespinis is a photographer and teacher of photographic aesthetics. He has exhibited in the Hudson Valley of NY, Providence RI, Vienna VA, Key West FL, Brooklyn NY, Kokomo IN, and locally in NC. His work can be found in private coIlections in Miami FL, Brooklyn NY, and Vienna Austria. A Harvard Graduate School of Education graduate, he also studied at the School of Visual Arts in NYC and the Woodstock NY Center for Photography. Fran taught the OLLI class "Five Ways To Improve Your Photos."