As I was editing pictures of my baby sisters engagement shoot it struck me how important it is to focus on the details of a picture In particular the eyes of a subjects. My sister has beautiful dark brown eyes but they can become lost in the photograph because they do not catch light very well. Why is it important that an eye catch light do you ask? Well the photograph bellow will answer your question. Keep in mind the only thing I changed in this photograph is her eyes. Doesn't it make a huge difference?
Now look at the two photographs in Black and white. Having the eyes catch light is especially important in black and white pictures because all other distractions are taken away and you will be drawn into the sharpest part of the picture.
I have included a video tutorial on how to accomplish this yourself. I hope it helps you to create wonderful portraits!
Black and white or color. As I edit pictures for clients I find it incredibly difficult to decide if I like the black and white or color version better. Usually I end up giving them both versions. Whats your opinion...black and white or color?
Here is a picture I took of my sister that I turned into black and white.
What do you think makes a black and white picture interesting? Leave a comment below.
