My One Year Black & White Challenge

My One Year Black & White Challenge - What I‘ve learned

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In 2020 I decided to photograph everything in Black & White. It was a challenge I gave myself to learn more about Black & White Photography and discover what it means to me and my photography going forward. In this video I want to share my experience and the lessons I learned.
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@pioni2 2 жыл бұрын

Colour is for how something looks like, black and white is for how something feels like.

@martingreenberg870 2 жыл бұрын

Color vs.black & white. I choose B&W ~ 75% of the time. I’m near 70 and that is what I grew up with. Color was always more expensive. I mostly use Fuji cameras and use a B&W jpeg film simulation with RGY filter simulations. I have a button that will change the film simulation to color for a quick change. The advantage of using the film simulations is since the camera is mirrorless, I see the image in the EVF or LCD the way the film simulation is set up. Very handy to see in B&W before I press the shutter. Can’t understand why in the 60’s onward professionals most used B&W. It wasn’t considered artistic if the image was in color. People like Saul Leiter were using color film but by and large didn’t share their work.How silly. It is all about how you see the world. You showed how the traffic cones change in nature based whether you use color or not. Sometimes the subject IS the color. When I shoot in B&W I like,to underexposed the image by about half a stop. I like strong contrast and crushing the blacks. When B&W is normally or over exposed the blacks turn into grays. I don’t like that look. The Ricoh GRs have a film sim that gives me the crushed blacks I like. Of course now we use digital cameras. We have a 2nd choice as to whether use B&W or color. Shoot both! Use a B&W jpeg simulation and also shoot raw. The raw file can be your color negative. This way you have the best of both worlds. The thing is to take and make images. We aren’t using film. We aren’t limited by the film we have in the camera. We aren’t limited to 20 or 36 images in a roll of film. We don’t have to wait or pay for the film to be developed to see what our images look like. I like and appreciate your year of shooting in black and white. The value of shooting this way was clearly expressed in your video with Sean Tucker. Please hyperlink to that video as you did mention it in this video. Ricoh. Fuji. Leica. You are a man of several flavors. Mask on Nurse Marty

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for watching! It took me two years to finish this video... Would be cool if you could press the "like "button (under the video) to help me spread it out into the youtube-verse :) Thanks a lot!

@lauurentiubb 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing and for your hard work.

@RichardLaurence 2 жыл бұрын

Your journey as a filmmaker has progressed so much over the past year

@photografitz 2 жыл бұрын

Just such a nice video and thanks for sharing so much of your personal journey with us!

@JungleCatImages 2 жыл бұрын

as soon as you said 'that was f'n stupid' I pressed like

@Bolton115 2 жыл бұрын

Done. Been watching your channel since your X-H1 review, partly why I now have two of 'em. I laughed when you mentioned the Leica Monochrom commercial being shot in Acros on a Fuji :-D More seriously however, your Covid and BLM protest pics are epic. Truly an historical document. Keep up the good work!

@rockymhs 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I really appreciate this kind of content. Love the introspection of photography itself, and the way it is presented artistically and professionally.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for commenting! I appreciate that a lot. This video was a passion project so it feels good knowing it offered some value to others too!

@shamcarz 2 жыл бұрын

I think this one of the best videos you've made. Thoroughly enjoyed it!

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Shyamal! It was definitely the most work I put into a video :) Glad to hear it was worth it!

@govindarumi 2 жыл бұрын

one of the most wholesome photography video in KZfaq

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

That is nice to hear! Thanks for watching!

@aspacer 2 жыл бұрын

Thans you Samuel, I was thinking about going one year black and white. But this video made me go all the way Black and white!

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, great :)

@edwardpike1 2 жыл бұрын

I started shooting in 1959 while serving in the Army stationed in Munich. All we shot was B&W as we couldn't afford color. I went on to shoot while serving in Vietnam, using what ever film I could find. Later I shot for two newspapers and that again was always in B&W. So for over 40 years I shot with film and never in color. Then digital happened and I played some with color and Brides wanted their weddings shot in color. Now I own a FujiFilm Pro 2 and I shoot with three film simulations two B&W and one color. I really see in B&W.

@MockUPie 2 жыл бұрын

You earned a black belt in black&white photography!

@j5daniel182 2 жыл бұрын

I think the best answer is- some photos are better in color, some photos are better are black and white .

@-grey 2 жыл бұрын

This is a nice journey. At the end it's personal, and I think that's all that matters. I have lot of reactions about black and white, but it's always nice to see great photos in colour or monochrome.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes it was a personal journey and I always enjoy listening to other photographers experience so it feels good knowing I provided some value to some photographers as well.

@dan-le-brun 2 жыл бұрын

This is wonderful Sam, and thought provoking. I can’t remember where I first heard it, but somewhere I picked up the notion that you should get comfortable with black and white so that when you use colour you do so with intention because it has something to add; it has purpose. I lack the skills to help with your book, but I’m buying a copy for sure.

@parrotheadfelt 2 жыл бұрын

no ,no , no, THANK YOU for your insight and inspiration !! love your photos can't wait for your book.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

@vesper_ohaiz 2 жыл бұрын

Finished working for the day and boom 🙉 perfect way to end the day 🙌

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Haha perfect!!! Happy after hours :)

@pratipkarmakar01 11 ай бұрын

High contrast black and white=❤

@edemduku3391 2 жыл бұрын

big big big respect to the outstanding dedication and commitment on that one thing.

@arneheeringa96 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Samuel. For me as an 'old' hobby photographer born the same year as Aleksey Myakishev it is immediately clear what Chris explains: with BW you have to compose in contrasts, not in colour. It is a different way of view. You can see Chris is from a digital era and has a hard time discovering and describing it, as we are overflooded with colour nowadays and can even pimp the images with software to be more colourful than usual.

@georgeengles4640 2 жыл бұрын

Some people say there were no good photo opportunities during last two years in the ongoing pandemic, but in fact there will be no other time in one's lifetime like this. I took street photos of the empty streets for what it was and couldn't before with all the busy people walking around. And when there was one person walking into my frame, it was only one person. B&W was great for the past two years as for me it represented real life with all its color sucked out; everyone was so gloomy it just worked with B&W.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Agree with that. We should all take lots of pictures to document this moment in time!

@carolwatts944 3 ай бұрын

So glad you spent an entire year with this b/w experiment. I, too, fluctuate between color & b/w. Often just depends on my mood at the time. I’m working on a “feet/shoes” project now, & shooting only square & b/w. Not sure how it’ll turn out, but it’s an interesting project, nonetheless. I really appreciate your video on the subject.

@belaacs5238 2 жыл бұрын

You got the best year of your life. You became a father and you got a Leica. Congratulation! The rest of your video is good but everything is subjective in life. If "an image is worth a thousand words", it doesn't matter if it is colour or B&W.

@FlosBlog 2 жыл бұрын

I startet shooting all in black and white this year, too. By now I have my viewfinder in black and white all the time - even when I go for color.

@richardbarrett4104 2 жыл бұрын

Love this, I'm 70 nd remember B&W well.

@TheOldVeganDude 5 ай бұрын

I too am in a one year B&W only period. Your video is very inspiring. Keep up the good work.

@timnga 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video. I could not only see and hear it but also feel it.

@AdityaVarma 2 жыл бұрын

Samuel! man!!! thank you so much. This is so great on so many levels. Thank you!!! Keep at it!!!

@mastaw 2 жыл бұрын

Those protest photos are wild👌🏼

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@waypastbedtime Жыл бұрын

For film shooters colour film is getting so expensive that b&w is the only option. Nice video Samuel - thanks!

@user-yy9lm7eq5h 3 ай бұрын

Love this video.... grew up with B/W and this video inspired me to go back to B/W again.... Samuel... appreciate your candid & honest presentation on many of your videos.... keep up the work.

@gromitdaddy Жыл бұрын

5th degree black belt here, and have been shooting b&w since 1960's. It's always my goto when I run out of ideas in color (which is frequently)

@winc06 2 жыл бұрын

I have watched your videos for a while now. I have enjoyed them for your intelligence and your engaging personality. This one was wonderful. I am awed by your photography.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Hearing comments like yours really do motivate me to keep on going so appreciate that a lot. Have a great christmas :)

@SicksomniA 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your One Year of Black & White Photography Challenge Video. I think i learned a lot from it!

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Halt den Mund. Haha, spaß ich sitze hier um 3 Uhr morgens am Kichentisch weil mein Sohn nicht schlafen will aw yeah. Zeit Kommentare nachzuholen lol.

@KarySchump 2 жыл бұрын

This was a beautiful reflection and a wonderful lesson in photography and life. Thank you for this video and your channel. I love your thoughtfulness, I have learned a lot.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kary that is very nice of you!!! I really do appreciate your commend and support. Glad to hear it was valuable for you. Have a great christmas and rest of the year!

@Ostblockjunge 2 жыл бұрын

Super Good 365 Days of B&W Photography Video. Great Challenge glad you did it!

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

@bixbyharrison5691 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing I just posted on FB last week with a series of B&W photos Titled " Black& White from now on"..Used to be able to switch in my head from B&W to Color,so now I have to relearn, I used to chase storms to really get that dramatic effect..night shots also, good luck..and thank you.

@whatsvensaw2643 2 жыл бұрын

One of your best videos so far. Thanks for sharing.

@Reinavera73 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias Samuel. En breve veré el vídeo tranquilamente. Un saludo. Fantástico tu trabajo!! Thanks Samuel. Shortly I will watch the video calmly. All the best. Fantastic your work !!

@stephencharlton2024 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thank you. You described my feelings exactly

@lindsaywebb1904 2 жыл бұрын

Hélène Binet gave an explanation that physically, the eyes receive b&w with different sensors than colour, the eye rods that read b&w are responsible for analysis of form and that happens a faster than the reading colour. She wasn't so convinced entirely but wondered about it. She shoots predominately b&w but also some colour

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Oh nice, very interesting!!! Haven't come across this story yet.

@lindsaywebb1904 2 жыл бұрын

@@SamuelStreetlife she talks about it in a lecture at Harvard from about 10 years ago. It's on KZfaq. Search her name and Harvard GSD

@delukxy 2 жыл бұрын

This is why, almost without exception that colour free printed text is easier to read. The eye/brain interface works best with B&W.

@theronsan 2 жыл бұрын

Great video 👌 Very interesting! Thanks for sharing 👍😀

@derbert546 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much for the effort

@DI-cm5xc 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful piece, very interesting. Thanks Samuel

@adrianv6009 9 ай бұрын

It is first time when I see something like that... I think I will try the same thing... ONE YEAR ONLY B&W.. Great pictures, stuning video Thank you 🚀🚀🚀

@tillist1 2 жыл бұрын

Loved that you completed this and shared this with us. You are both a funny and not too serious guy, but also do rein that in and speak from the heart about your life and how you view your own creativity. Awesome stuff love ya man.

@erato67 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Samuel, your video is one of the best recaps of 2021 to me. It is essential and profound for every photographer. No hype. No gear addict. Love monochrome. Looking forward to seeing more video from you. 👍🏻

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Erato! Really appreciate your comment :)

@crjpeg Жыл бұрын

Best video I’ve watched in a while. Best ever about b/w. Thanks! Best wishes.

@c141charlie 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! This was a fabulous documentary. Can’t imagine how much work you put into making this. Thank you! It was enjoyable to watch.

@powderedtoastman3093 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful images Samuel. Love the family ones! I’m sure you’ll have a bucket load of mini Lintaro at this stage. 😉

@sangmanlee 2 жыл бұрын

I genuinely thank you for this video Samuel! It's outstanding how you provide great content regarding what street photographers asks ourselves somewhere in our inner life :)

@itsjustme6209 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing how much depth and effort was put into this video and it made me more aware of the way I take photos too. Thanks so much for making this.

@benjaminannabelle506 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so pure and honest. Massive inspiration and a joy to watch! I love your channel!

@TheGazmondo 2 жыл бұрын

Probably one of the best explorations of the col and b+W, that hasn’t driven me nuts, and especially your reasoning at the end of the vid, ( Atmosphere in colour situations ) A quality product on the subject, so bloody well done !!

@absolutecardboard1703 2 жыл бұрын

Just a fantastic video. Made me reflect on my own waning photography practice.

@tomasgold8317 2 жыл бұрын

It shows how much thinking and effort you put into this one! Thank you!

@eddie_g 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great project glad you where finally able to share it! Can’t wait for your book!

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!! Yeah, feels good leaving this monster behind :)

@rickhalpern4602 2 жыл бұрын

This was one of the best videos you've posted. So much to think about here; thanks.

@therealblowers 2 жыл бұрын

'A Year Without Color' is, I think, a very fitting title. I can imagine an art class pondering in great depth the genius of the author's juxtaposition of the hopelessness of the pandamic with the subject matter of the book; creating a family, a home, adventure and new beginnings. It's funny how these things come together.

@thegirlwholeftthefridgeopen 2 жыл бұрын

This was amazing! The patience that this required to make, I can't even imagine. Some much to take in, I definitely need to watch again ☕

@jonpen99 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You got me thinking and feeling about black and white in a way that is new for me. I’m excited to explore the possibilities within its boundaries.

@ChritsianBucic 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool and informative format, Samuel! Go on what you feel in the present moment, color or B&W is just an emotional mood, evolved between both is an exceptional experience.

@SammySantiagoIrizarry 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video on Black and White!!!!

@Ahayu-lindo Жыл бұрын

I just started with b&w photography, i learn so much from this video. Thank you

@nenmaster1650 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, the amount of effort and love that has gone into this video really shows.

@deejaybeephoto 2 жыл бұрын

Really well thought out and presented! You communicate your ideas and thoughts clearly and concisely. It’s certainly made me think about my choices!

@banjo5835 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing your insights Samuel.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure and thank you for commenting!

@kenhosie4533 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched a good number of your videos now and I've watched many other by other photographers and I have enjoyed many of them. This one is different. Really felt something; this was from your heart and it's a very special thing.

@mwales2112 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in love with B&W photography and really enjoyed the trip you took through this year of B&W. Thnak you Samuel for this great video..

@jacobnathanielhicks7750 2 жыл бұрын

I love this project. You're the man and are always a great inspiration for street photography and tying new things in it. Great work as always!

@JeffWernerIthacaNY 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the book! Great video!

@VictorReynolds 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Samuel, and congratulations on your project. I did a mini project back in October 2021, where I did my cellphone photography only in black and white. The project was a great experience in thinking outside the box. Now you've given me an idea for 2022. All the best!

@aagvnv 2 жыл бұрын

This video is very inspiring! Thank you for sharing your emotions and your experiences. I love your honesty and sincerity.

@eseltee 2 жыл бұрын

I just watched this video AFTER watching your video where you're selling your Q2. I started shooting with black and white film and went with color (mostly) once digital came about. I always loved b&w and am about to drop big bucks on the Q2 monochrome. Even though you thought the Q2 didn't work for you I'm even more convinced that purchasing the monochrome is a good move for my final camera stable. I'm keeping what you said in mind but I think I can overlook the 7 things you hated about the Q2. Thanks for this.

@Eclectachrome 2 жыл бұрын

Awww this was amazing!!! Love this video and recently I have shot more b&w as I want to get better at it. Color is stronger but black and white is more precious I feel. Thank you for making this!

@adampaulhinton 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this, one of my favourite videos you’ve done. Look forward to ordering the book!

@EDHBlvd 2 жыл бұрын

Love how Leica used your Fuji video to sell their camera.

@rashikgmc9141 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sam for making this absolute gem of a video. Watching this felt like it was made for me as being someone who is always confused about photographing in monochrome vs color. This video really gave me a clear sense of direction and answer. 💯 So excited about the book and I hope you figure it out. The amount of work, time, and creativity you put into making this video is truly inspiring and amazing. Hats off man!! 🙌🏼🤍🖤

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rashik!! Yes it was a lot of work but hearing comments like yours make it all worth it :) Happy to hear it gave you some guidance! Cheers!

@bennymasterton501 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Video Samuel. I like how it's retrospective of such an interesting time in our lifetimes as well as it's a photographic journey. Keep it up!

@hectormunozhuerta 2 жыл бұрын

It is a burdensome adventure to have a family and give them a home but it is completely worth it. Thanks for your generosity.

@PerfectNormal 2 жыл бұрын

Great work Samuel. You should be very proud. 👏🏼😌 By the way. KZfaq allows you to put up a ‘tip link’ button. Activate it so we can tip!!!

@ezzeldinelsamanoudy2824 2 жыл бұрын

Cant wait for the book!

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

🙏

@ZarzoHd 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic video! You’re a huge inspiration to me and I’m sure to many others as well.

@digitaldorn774 2 жыл бұрын

i really like, that this video is not so much about only showing us the best pictures from that experiment/project, but that that there is a lot of reflection in it - about your own way of seeing things during the process and also afterwards. The portraits in the end were really great - and showing them in the video gave me the sensation of click in my head. Thanks for that too ;) Looking forward for your book!

@oldsoulhomestead89 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man, you show the beauty of the world and its people.

@jeffreyfletcher1780 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to buying your book!

@paulhenry7678 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! Love your family portraits and can't wait for the book...I wrestle with choosing B&W or color all the time....

@whenurefree 2 жыл бұрын

Not only did I learn a lot on this video, but these are the best b&w photos that I have seen in a while!

@BenLundsten 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic! Congrats on completing the project.

@SamuelStreetlife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ben!!

@1234KeithB Жыл бұрын

I’m always skeptical viewing new (to me) channels and you super cracked me up haha I am glad I watched this video and will watch more. Very educational too

@davedowe6821 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video and your story telling. Great work. Now to rewatch it!

@tundrusphoto4312 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thank you!

@donshin6037 Жыл бұрын

This is one of your most personal and emotional/honest videos. Moving other's emotions as well.

@miguellee3 2 жыл бұрын

I loved it! I personally made the conclusion to use B&W whenever the real focus is on the subject, no distractions. Those stills almost always are personal memories or “freezing time”, like you said on the video.

@TravelPhuket Жыл бұрын

I LOVED this video!!!! Thank you

@mixedupworld5724 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video - very articulate about the feelings on shooting in black and white that I always felt but couldn't explain.

@calvinchann1996 2 жыл бұрын

Great diary. Looking forward to your book. Let us know when we can get it. I don’t think I’m brave enough to shoot just colour.

@jackytsang4646 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Samuel for such a thoughtful and inspiring reflection. You’ve inspired me to commit to a project that i’ve been holding back. Really agree with your comment about when you shoot monochrome on film you just accept it’s a great shot but the dilemma is strong when you see both versions on digital.

@dandotjpg 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this so much. You inspired me to shoot B&W. Showing color vs monochrome really tricks your eyes, something very unique. Love it, can't wait for the book!!!

@BIMLounge 2 жыл бұрын

Loved every second of this video, particularly the whole concept of recording thoughts as you went and on the go.👏

@drshiv7754 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video and something I have been toying with recently. Not sure I can help out but will definitely be purchasing, no matter the shipping. Absolutely adore the family photos - you can clearly feel the connection you have with your family members and the pride you have in those glorious photos. Have started my own monochrome family portraits after a recent passing and now it feels even more important to complete this.

@seanryan9838 2 жыл бұрын

I love b&w. It brings me back to my college days when I thought everything I did was “Art”. Thanks for the video.

@shayconaghan 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing you stand in the foggy fields with your hands together like that made me think I was watching a BBC documentary ! But no a more serious note, I think you've just inspired me to shoot B&W in 2022.