Why YOU Should Shoot in Black and White | Ask David Bergman

Today's question is, “I’m considering switching from shooting in color to black and white for my portrait work. What are some key differences to consider when composing and editing black and white portraits?” Canon Explorer of Light David Bergman is a NYC-based tour photographer and educator with more than 30 years of experience. Currently the official tour photographer for Luke Combs, he has also traveled the world with artists including Bon Jovi, Barenaked Ladies, and Sarah McLachlan. As a sports photographer, he covered numerous Olympics, Super Bowls, and World Series games and has 13 Sports Illustrated covers to his credit. A passionate public speaker and photo educator, Bergman produces the bi-weekly show "Ask David Bergman" on the Adorama YouTube channel and hosts his unique "Shoot From the Pit" live concert photography workshops. 00:00 Introduction 00:37 The Question 00:47 History of Black and White Photography 01:49 About Ansel Adams and the Masters 02:20 Why I Shoot Black and White 03:05 Black and White vs Color in Portraits 03:28 How to Shoot and Convert B&W Images 04:10 How to Shoot B&W In-camera 04:46 Guide to Advanced Black and White Conversion 06:12 Advanced B&W Conversion for Portraits 06:40 Using Dedicated Software for B&W Photo Conversion 07:10 Lighting And Composition Tips 08:01 Reasons to Shoot Black And White Photography 08:28 Your Challenge 08:50 Outro SUBSCRIBE AND BE PART OF THE ADORAMA FAMILY: ➥    / adoramatv   __________________________________ Be the first to shop our great deals and sales by signing up for emails from Adorama! https://www.adorama.com/MyAccount/Login __________________________________ ✘ PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT USED: Canon EOS R Mirrorless Full Frame Digital Camera Body https://www.adorama.com/car.html?kbid... Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens https://www.adorama.com/car2418.html?... Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Black Aluminum Tripod with MVH502AH Pro Video Head https://www.adorama.com/bg055xprob52.... CLAR Illumi Max 500 High Power 5600K LED Light https://www.adorama.com/clilmax500sl.... Glow EZ Lock Octa Quick XL Softbox With Bowens Mount (48") https://www.adorama.com/glsbez48octa.... Prograde cards and readers https://adorama.rfvk.net/jrL7KZ #blackandwhite #blackandwhiteportrait #adorama __________________________________ ❐ LET'S GET SOCIAL ❏ ➥ TikTok   / adoramanyc   ➥ Facebook   / adorama   ➥ Instagram   / adorama   ➥ Twitter   / adorama   ❐ MORE ADORAMA ❏ ➥ Shop https://www.adorama.com/ ➥ Blog https://www.adorama.com/alc/ ➥ Adorama Events    / @adoramaevents   __________________________________ Follow David on Instagram:   / davidbergman   Shop at Adorama for all your gear: http://adorama.evyy.net/GZVAL Go to http://www.AskDavidBergman.com to submit your photo question, see David's gear list, and view the episode archive. Book one-on-one consultations with David: https://www.askdavidbergman.com/1on1/ Nik Silver Efex Pro: https://tidd.ly/3CWm6zr __________________________________ THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!