Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, Tim is joined by Julian Baird and they explore how photographing in black and white with intent has changed his approach to landscape photography. By focusing on light, shadow, contrast and form, black and white becomes a deliberate creative choice rather than an afterthought.
Julian shares how thinking in monochrome at the point of capture influences composition, exposure and mood — and why committing to black and white early can lead to stronger, more expressive photographs. From reading light in the landscape to simplifying scenes and embracing shadow, this video is about developing vision, not just technique.
If you’ve ever felt that colour can distract from the story you’re trying to tell, this video will help you understand when and why black and white works — and how to use it with purpose.
📌 In this video you’ll learn:
Why black and white should be a conscious creative decision
How light and shadow shape strong monochrome images
How photographing with black and white in mind changes composition
When black and white works best in landscape photography
Julian's Youtube channel: youtube.com/@jbairdexp
Julian's Black and White video: youtu.be/UhEOBHLcbFA?si=JSpAkySV1_7lNESS
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With 35 years of the photo trade dealing with printing paper and chemicals. The wide selection of papers available range from the everyday photo glossy to the Fine Art textured paper that can turn a photo into a painting. Lots of research and development have helped Fotospeed to create the perfect paper no matter what final result is needed and the ability of the paper to receive the photo inks has been fine tuned to perfection, giving even coverage whatever the subject matter.
With a respected reputation for quality and service, Fotospeed is now an established distribution company for worldwide market leading brands such as Hahnemuhle Fine Art Papers, Kaiser Photographic equipment, Herma Adhesives and Canson Infinity Papers.
Whatever your photographic requirements, let our passion for image making provide the solution.
Meet the team. Everyone at Fotospeed is dedicated to ensuring that your requirements are met. From the moment your order is placed to the point it is dispatched. If you need technical support, advice or information we are available for help.
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► Whatever your photographic requirements check our website ➡️ fotospeed.com
► Subscribe: youtube.com/channel/UC5p5sf-JOSo8uP-63w3OKSg to see more videos.
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In this video, Tim is joined by Julian Baird and they explore how photographing in black and white with intent has changed his approach to landscape photography. By focusing on light, shadow, contrast and form, black and white becomes a deliberate creative choice rather than an afterthought.
Julian shares how thinking in monochrome at the point of capture influences composition, exposure and mood — and why committing to black and white early can lead to stronger, more expressive photographs. From reading light in the landscape to simplifying scenes and embracing shadow, this video is about developing vision, not just technique.
If you’ve ever felt that colour can distract from the story you’re trying to tell, this video will help you understand when and why black and white works — and how to use it with purpose.
📌 In this video you’ll learn:
Why black and white should be a conscious creative decision
How light and shadow shape strong monochrome images
How photographing with black and white in mind changes composition
When black and white works best in landscape photography
Julian's Youtube channel: youtube.com/@jbairdexp
Julian's Black and White video: youtu.be/UhEOBHLcbFA?si=JSpAkySV1_7lNESS
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Fotospeed – Whatever your photographic requirements, let our passion for image-making provide the solution.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Fotospeed, inspired by image makers around the world, Fotospeed began life manufacturing quality darkroom chemistry and specialist fine art printmaking processes.
With 35 years of the photo trade dealing with printing paper and chemicals. The wide selection of papers available range from the everyday photo glossy to the Fine Art textured paper that can turn a photo into a painting. Lots of research and development have helped Fotospeed to create the perfect paper no matter what final result is needed and the ability of the paper to receive the photo inks has been fine tuned to perfection, giving even coverage whatever the subject matter.
With a respected reputation for quality and service, Fotospeed is now an established distribution company for worldwide market leading brands such as Hahnemuhle Fine Art Papers, Kaiser Photographic equipment, Herma Adhesives and Canson Infinity Papers.
Whatever your photographic requirements, let our passion for image making provide the solution.
Meet the team. Everyone at Fotospeed is dedicated to ensuring that your requirements are met. From the moment your order is placed to the point it is dispatched. If you need technical support, advice or information we are available for help.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
► Whatever your photographic requirements check our website ➡️ fotospeed.com
► Subscribe: youtube.com/channel/UC5p5sf-JOSo8uP-63w3OKSg to see more videos.
► Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/Fotospeed
► Find us on Instagram: instagram.com/fotospeed
► Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/FotospeedUK
► Find us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fotospeed-distribution-77627884?trk=hp-identity-photo
