Black-on-black photography is a simple technique that can look really effective… when done correctly. Key to this is ensuring there is enough separation between the subject and the background, and this applies whether you’re shooting products or people.

The last thing you want is a subject that disappears into the background, which means there has to be some visible separation between the two. There area few techniques you could use to achieve this: add rim lighting to the subject, add a light on the background, or carefully control the exposure on the subject and background (checking your histogram might be helpful here to ensure you aren’t losing any details).

Whichever way(s) you choose, this week’s challenge will give you ample opportunity to experiment and test your lighting skills.

Check out the classes below for guidance and inspiration.