Chiaroscuro photography is a style of black and white photography that uses light and shadow to create dramatic effects. It’s a great way to communicate a feeling or mood for your photos.

It’s sometimes called “high-contrast” photography, the word comes from the Italian words “Chiaro” (light) and “scuro” (dark). Chiaroscuro photos often involve contrasts between light and dark, but they can also include other kinds of contrasts, like lines or shapes that contrast with each other. They can be simple or complex they just have to convey the idea behind them enough for the viewer to understand it.

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