Layers of Dawn
Photographie par Mateusz Kuca (Pologne)

In black and white photography, depth is often achieved through the careful interplay of layers and light. A mountain landscape, where ridges recede into the distance, provides a perfect example of this technique. As the rising sun casts its rays, the foreground appears darker and more defined, while each successive ridge becomes softer and lighter, gradually fading into the haze. This layering effect, combined with the contrast between illuminated peaks and shadowed valleys, creates a sense of vastness and three-dimensionality. The absence of color enhances this depth, directing the viewer's attention to tonal variations and the way light sculpt the scene.

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II + 40-150mm PRO

Telephoto lens.