Monochrome makeover
Create a striking film-noir style black and white print
When deprived from the distractions of colour, a black and white photo helps draw attention to shapes and textures in a scene. High-contrast monochrome images also add a dramatic look that harks back to the days of classic Hollywood film-noir movies. A monochrome portrait will stand out from the colour crowd too, making more of an impact on social media platforms such as Twitter or Facebook.
However, by simply desaturating a colour image you may end up with a wash of dull greyscale tones. An effective mono conversion should possess some strong white highlights and contrasting black shadows. Here we show you how to combine preset adjustments with manual ones for a striking contrast.