Washington D.C. Photography Exploration Meetup

Making a strong Black and White photo takes more than just clicking a button in Lightroom or changing a camera setting. It’s a way of seeing. A mindset that starts before you press the shutter and continues through editing and presentation.

In this online workshop, we’ll explore what it means to think in Black and White and how that can change the way you shoot. Over three live sessions, I’ll walk you through the essentials of making great monochrome images and help you build the skills and confidence to do it on your own.

I started out as a newspaper photographer and shot almost 7000 rolls of Black and White film before I ever used color. That background shaped how I see. I still look at a scene in Black and White first and then add color in my mind. It’s helped me develop a strong sense of graphic composition, and I’ll share how you can start seeing the world that way too.

Workshop Structure

• Three live online sessions, two hours each
• Weekly assignments to apply what you learn
• Group feedback and discussion on your images in the next session
• Lightroom editing demos that keep things simple and effective

What You’ll Learn

• How to visualize a scene in Black and White
• What makes a photo work in Black and White
• Using shape, line, light, shadow, and texture for impact
• Editing techniques in Lightroom to enhance your images
• How light affects mood in portraits and landscapes
• Why some color scenes fall flat when converted and how to avoid them

Who It’s For
This is for anyone who wants to take Black and White photography more seriously. Whether you’re just getting started or want to sharpen your skills, you’ll get clear guidance, personal support, and inspiration to keep growing.

Dates
Mondays - February 23, March 9 & 23

Cost
$150 for the entire series. There are no refunds for partial participation.

Each session is via Zoom and will be recorded so you can watch later if you can’t make a live session