Your Take: Back to the beach in black and white

This beach season we want to see how you photograph the sea and shore in black and white.

In an age where every smartphone owner seems to be a part-time photographer, black and white photography reminds us of a time of f-stops and film — a time long before Photoshop and Instagram.

We're reminded of a time when we stopped to consider the composition and lighting, motion and texture. Lines and patterns take on more meaning; we're more conscious of contrast. If you're a enthusiast of black and white photography, join us at Your Take and share your most timeless images of the beach.

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