According to Sonel, ‘Black and White Photography has it’s own composition, texture, light/shadow and even the tonal qualities become more obvious when there is no colour present. It really let’s the viewer appreciate the image more and there’s a certain nuance to them and it’s like Ansel Adams said : “You don’t take a photograph, you make it.” ‘
She has created a new challenge to showcase monochrome work so I thought I’d support her by joining in. My photo is of the underside of a Gunnera leaf, big enough to shelter beneath from the rain and originally shot in the greenest green.
If you would like to join in the nature theme visit Sonel and check out the vervet monkey.
http://sonelcorner.wordpress.com/2013/06/18/black-and-white-photo-challenge-nature/
Lucid Gypsy 
I like this one a lot.
I think she is right about black and white.
AMAZING SHOT in black and white.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Beautiful!
Absolutely amazing shot Gilly! Wow! I love it! Thanks so much for the support and for taking part hon. You are so sweet. 😀 *big hugs*
Brilliant. I’m beginning to see the usefulness of black and white photos, more and more now.
Amazing how bnw brings out intricate details… wonderful shot. I’ve seen those big rhubarb leaves.. impressive umbrellas 🙂
Stunning textures Gilly!
Love the detail, Gilly – and perfect in B&W 🙂
Oh, that’s clever, Gilly! 🙂 I’m a fan of the vervet monkey too.
Great shot in B/W, Gilly. 🙂