Normally when I’m out and about the camera has a mind of its own, and I follow along behind it taking the shots. Not so with this challenge. I took a couple of photos in the Algarve that I thought might “do”, but I was still looking for the right subject when I got back to England.
It had me crawling about on the conservatory floor, and rummaging in the bin, but don’t worry- I’ll spare you most of it. This was the final selection.
I rather liked this Algarve shot, but it was better in colour.
The tinfoil was interesting, but not vastly different in colour or B & W.
This flowerhead in the rain was my standout favourite.
But even then I prefer it in colour, when it’s quite radiant. I’ll show you it someday (I dare not incur the wrath of Sonel. I’d hate to be banned!) But what I did enjoy was the process, and trying to look at things “abstractly”.
For a much more professional introduction to the theme, visit Sonel’s Corner. It’s always a delightful place to be, and she’s not really strict. I’m only teasing! You might even want to try your hand, but you need to hurry. There’s a new theme due out soon. I believe it’s Upward.
restlessjo 
Excellent job .. in B&W – you have a creative eye and mind. My pick is … the foil. I would love to see the “curtains” in the color version. Love the movement in the materials in that shot.
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It’s much better in colour (she says with a smug smile 🙂 ) It’s in my little ‘cheapie’ restaurant, O Xico. One of the things I’d like to do in that challenge is produce before and after shots, but I know Sonel wouldn’t approve. 🙂
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Jo, these B&W’s are stunning…. how ever which way you manipulated them. Doesn’t take away from the fact the end product is fantastic!
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Thank you so much, Tahira! That’s very kind of you to say 🙂
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Wow, Jo! Black and white is tough but your efforts paid off! I especially love the last one of the flowershead as it focuses on the water droplets! Just Beautiful!
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I just cheat, Zoe, and take them in colour, then convert. Not clever enough to do anything else 🙂
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Hahaha! I doubt that very much but I love that you are so humble! 😀
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How very imaginative Jo 🙂
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The tinfoil you mean? I crawled around taking photos of chair legs too. I’m a strange woman at times 🙂
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😀 I wish I could have been there to see that. You should see some pics of me while I am in action 😀
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I love the flower shot, I’ve never tried shooting flowers in black and white but might have to give it a go!
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I honestly and truly preferred it in golden colour, Lucy, but then I’m very much a colour girl. I occasionally do this challenge in support of Sonel because it’s a fairly new one and she is a superb photographer. Have you been to her site? She’s extremely good on the technical side and does tutorials etc. All I do is convert to B & W from colour. That’s about my limit 🙂
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Dear Johanna I loved them, so beautiful. Thanks and Love, nia
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I’m so happy you liked them, Nia. Thanks for spending so much time with me today. I’ll try to get back to you later 🙂
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The color version might be radiant, but these b&w’s are brilliant! I am so tempted to try this. I’m sure it’s not easy. Good work, Jo. 🙂
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Glad you recognise the work of genius, Gem (doubles over laughing!) 🙂
Abstract is an interesting subject, which is why I took part, but normally all I do is look for the right candidate in my photos and convert it to B & W. No real skill and it feels almost like cheating.
Have a go! You know you want to 🙂
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I just might – maybe. You are too modest. It takes choosing the proper pic for the b&w, and you did just that. 🙂
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The tinfoil shot strikes me as a class act. I thought it was a glass at first, and then ice. I’m glad you put a caption underneath.
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I was going to be all mysterious, Lorna, but I was never good at “hard to get”. I had some chair legs and things too, but enough is enough. 🙂
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Hmmm… I vote for the curtains!
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Ok 🙂 It’s nice that everyone has an opinion. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
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I love monochrome pictures; there’s something so atmospheric about them especially loved your curtains
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That’s our little cheap as chips local, Tink. We call it Fred’s because the owner always wears a flat cap (like Fred Dibnah). Most holidays find us there. 🙂
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The flowerhead photo is beautiful, Jo. I also like the curtain in the Algarve. Takes me back! 🙂
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Did we take you in Fred’s (O Xico)? I don’t think so. I took a few of his garden area and was quite taken with the light and pattern through the curtain. I was proud of the flowerhead, Cathy (but it’s still better in colour 🙂 ).
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No, you didn’t take me to Fred’s, Jo, at least I don’t think so. When I say the curtain in the Algarve “takes me back,” I just mean anything from the Algarve takes me back. 🙂 I like the flower head in b&w, but I’m like you in that I almost always prefer color. But it is fun to experiment from time to time. 🙂
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I want to fit in Cee’s challenge this week too, as it’s “knobs and handles” and I have some great ones of guess where? 🙂
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Love the flowerhead Jo – wouldn’t be a clematis flower seed perchance? I could see this shot on my wall!
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Suze, I like you more every day! Seriously, that’s a very kind thing to say, and yes it’s a clematis. It was the most beautiful golden shimmering colour. 🙂
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An interesting challenge! I like them all – but then, I haven’t seen them in colour. 🙂
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Great selection for the entry Jo and yes, be very, very unafraid. You know. 😆
Thanks for taking part and for sharing. Much appreciated, 😀
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It’s always fun to join up with you, Sonel, but I’m better as a spectator. (ringside seat 🙂 )
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Your are getting pretty good at this aren’t you? 🙂 The flower head is lovely. I think the tin foil works well for the theme too 🙂
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I’m good at the crawling about on the floor part, Madhu 🙂
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anche il mio preferito!
fuoco d’artificio in bianco e nero
wowwwwwwwwww
felice domenica, cara
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I’m no good with black and white, Ventis, but I think it’s a good thing to try new things. Have a lovely Sunday 🙂
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