Photography Inspirations: Black and White Photos

Black and white photography is known to be the root of photographic process. Many photographers are using this type of photography because it is timeless and classy. This is totally different from other types of photography which are colorful and eye-catching. Black and white photography lacks hue. Its visual presentation is not the factor to stand out but its ability to communicate or send the message with the absence of colors. Some of the important elements that draws our attention in a black and white photography are composition, lighting, perspective and the context it is shot.

Take a look at these Elegant and Classy Examples of Black and White Photography for your inspiration. If you’ll find something interesting, just click on the image or view the source to see a larger version of the photo and to view more work from the photographer. Enjoy browsing!

Nellie-Project 365-Day 137

Nellie-Project 365-Day 137
A close up photo of a hairy, great looking dog.
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A Winter Black and white

A Winter Black and white
A winter black and white in Alster Park Hamburg.
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In Black and white

In Black and white
A black and white image of the Triumphal Arch located in the northern part of Bucharest.
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Black and white Bay

Black and white Bay
Black and white image of a beautiful bay with big stones on the shore line and cliffs.
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Black n white 1

Black n white 1
An old barn that looks even cooler in Black and white.
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Black and white

Black and white
Black and white close up shot of a flower.
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Big Ben

Big Ben
Big Ben is the building in the middle. It is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London.
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Solitude

Solitude
A man in a quiet big subway station.
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Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep
Contrasting shades of black and white shot of the beautiful Meryl Streep.
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Manhattan Express

Manhattan Express
A roller coaster ride at Manhattan Express.
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Frozen Church

Frozen Church
A black and white image of a little church in a little Surrey village near Leith Hill.
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Dance in the Rain

Dance in the Rain
A girl dancing and feel the gentle kiss of the rain.
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Eiffel Tower Black and White

Eiffel Tower Black and White
Black and white shot of an Eiffel Tower.
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Surlingham Broad

Surlingham Broad
A watercraft at Surlingham Broad in black and White version.
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Agnese in Black

Agnese in Black
A beautiful model posing in front of the camera on a sunny day.
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Black and White Blossoms

Black and White Blossoms
A black and white image of beautiful blossoms.
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Black and White Boat

Black and White Boat
A boat in the shore in its black and white shot.
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Chirk Castle Tower

Chirk Castle Tower
A photo taken at the foot of the older towers at Chirk Castle, Wales.
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Tiger IV Black n White

Tiger IV Black n White
A black and white image of a tiger.
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Green in Black & White

Green in Black & White
The start of an autumn in a green forest.
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New Snow, Taylor Creek

New Snow, Taylor Creek
Frozen ground captured in its black and white image.
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Birds

Birds
A flock of birds flying along the shore.
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Rough Hands

Rough Hands
Hands holding flowers in a black and white image.
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Black and White Photography-15

Black and White Photography-15
A black and white photo of a kid holding the head of a big bear.
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Thornton Abbey Wall

Thornton Abbey Wall
A wonderful black and white image of the Thornton Abbey Wall.
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Mountain Scenery Spectacular

Mountain Scenery Spectacular
A man skiing in the white and snowy Mount Baker.
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London Cityscape HDR

London Cityscape HDR
A black and white image of London taken from the top of the London Eye.
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img005

img005
A giraffe hungry for food.
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  1. Nathaniel Levi January 30, 2011
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