African American Prints And Photos
1990s Contemporary Portrait Prints
Lithograph
1990s Conceptual Animal Prints
Archival Paper, Color
1980s Modern Figurative Prints
Lithograph, Pencil
1990s Conceptual Animal Prints
Archival Paper, Color
1990s Conceptual Animal Prints
Archival Paper, Color
1990s Conceptual Animal Prints
Archival Paper, Color
1990s Conceptual Animal Prints
Archival Paper, Color
1980s American Realist Color Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print
2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Photographic Film, Silver Gelatin
1890s Landscape Prints
Photographic Paper, Paper
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin, Photographic Film
1980s Art Deco Portrait Prints
Lithograph
1990s Conceptual Color Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color
1990s Conceptual Color Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color
1990s Conceptual Color Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color
1990s Conceptual Color Photography
C Print, Photographic Paper, Color
2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Lithograph, Offset, Ink
2010s Contemporary Portrait Prints
Gold Leaf
2010s Contemporary Portrait Prints
Gold Leaf
20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography
Color
20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography
Color
20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography
Color
20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography
Color
20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography
Color
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Archival Paper, Black and White, Digital Pigment, Photographic Film, Arc...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Prints
Archival Pigment
1990s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Silver Gelatin
Vintage 1950s American Prints
Paper
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Photographic Film, Silver Gelatin
1980s Street Art Prints and Multiples
Lithograph, Offset
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Photographic Film, Silver Gelatin
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin
1970s Contemporary Color Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print
1970s Contemporary Color Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Photographic Film, Silver Gelatin
1990s Feminist Portrait Prints
Gold Leaf
1990s Feminist Portrait Prints
Gold Leaf
2010s Feminist Portrait Prints
Laid Paper, Monoprint
1920s American Realist Animal Prints
Drypoint
1940s American Realist Animal Prints
Drypoint
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Archival Pigment
1990s Contemporary Mixed Media
Glass, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Photographic Paper
1970s American Modern Figurative Prints
Lithograph
1940s American Realist Animal Prints
Drypoint
1940s American Realist Animal Prints
Etching
1970s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Silver Gelatin
1970s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Silver Gelatin
1930s American Realist Landscape Prints
Lithograph
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Paper
1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Film, Archival Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment, Digital Pi...
1990s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Felt, Screen
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Paper
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Paper
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Paper
1980s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Prints
Paper, Lithograph, Offset
1970s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Screen
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Prints
Archival Pigment
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Finding the Right black-white-photography for You
There’s a lot to love about black and white photography.
The unique and timeless quality of a black and white photograph accentuates any room. Some might argue that we’re naturally drawn to color photography because it’s the world we know best. This is a shared belief, particularly in the era of camera-phone photography, editing apps and the frenetic immediacy of sharing photos on social media. But when we look at black and white photography, we experience deep, rich shadows and tonal properties in a way that transfixes us. Composition and textures are crisp and engaging. We’re immediately drawn to the subjects of vintage street photography and continue to feel the emotional impact of decades-old photojournalism. The silhouettes of mountains in black and white landscape photography are particularly pronounced, while portrait photography and the skylines of urban cityscapes come to life in monochrome prints.
When decorating with fine photography, keep in mind that some color photographs may not be suitable for every space. However, you can be more daring with black and white photos. The gray tones are classic, sophisticated and generally introduce elegance to any corner of your home, which renders black and white prints amazingly versatile.
Black and white photography adapts to its surroundings like a chameleon might. A single large-scale black and white photograph above the sofa in your living room is going to work with any furniture style, and as some homeowners and designers today are working to introduce more muted tones and neutral palettes to dining rooms and bedrooms, the integration of black and white photography — a hallmark of minimalist decor — is a particularly natural choice for such a setting.
Another advantage to bringing black and white photography into your home is that you can style walls and add depth and character without worrying about disrupting an existing color scheme. Black and white photographs actually harmonize well with accent colors such as yellow, red and green. Your provocative Memphis Group lighting and bold Pierre Paulin seating will pair nicely with the black and white fine nude photography you’ve curated over the years.
Black and white photography also complements a variety of other art. Black and white photos pair well with drawings and etchings in monochromatic hues. They can also form part of specific color schemes. For example, you can place black and white prints in colored picture frames for a pop of color. And while there are no hard and fast rules, it’s best to keep black and white prints separate from color photographs. Color prints stand out in a room more than black and white prints do. Pairing them may detract attention from your black and white photography. Instead, dedicate separate walls or spaces to each.
Once you’ve selected the photography that best fits your space, you’ll need to decide how to hang the images. If you want to hang multiple photos, it’s essential to know how to arrange wall art. A proper arrangement can significantly enhance a living space.
On 1stDibs, explore a vast collection of compelling black and white photography by artists such as Mark Shaw, Jack Mitchell (a photographer you should know), Berenice Abbott and David Yarrow.