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I knew this would be the case. Had no question. The truth is, peeps love to shoot in black and white. Whether it's film, digital, Instagram, or whatever, we can all agree that Black and White lends a unique feeling to a picture that you just cannot describe, and you really can't achieve in color.

We love to do photography challenges in Kodak TPX. It generates a lot of engagement, and gives the community a chance to see other people's perspectives on any given subject. The idea behind the challenge is that it's not really a "challenge" at all. It's a call to action for you to share the best you've got on any given theme.

Below, I have chosen three photos from the challenge that are super extraordinary.

When I looked at them, I wondered if they would be as extraordinary if they were shot in color. Perhaps, given these photographers are inherently extraordinary anyway. But, my gut tells me that these photos were meant for Black and White.

Enjoy these, and be inspired. Come on over and join the challenge.

Also, I would LOVE to hear your thoughts on what we should do for our next challenge on Kodak TPX!





"Rochester, NY" by Alex Koroleski (@EktaROC) shot on Tri-X 400


"The Tub" by Alex Luyckx (@AlexLuyckxPhoto) shot on Tri-X 400

 


"Rothrock State Forest" by Dan Domme (@yeknom) shot on T-Max 100

What do you give to the girl who makes everything and is so super creative? That was my dilemma with Jenny's birthday this year. I wanted to make her something, but it had to be unique, creative and special. And of course something she has not made in the past. Conclusion - photo word sign.

A few years ago I began to see words spelled with photos of objects which looked like letters. What a great idea! So the quest to start photographing objects began.

The great thing was I began to carry my camera with me everywhere I went. Everything I was looking at I was searching for a letter. I have built up a little collection of letters and it is still growing!

It is really easy to make.

• Take pictures all the same orientation, I chose vertical but either works.
• Covert them into black and white, and print! 
• Put the prints in glass frames - I found 4x6 glass clip frames which work perfect for this project.
• Finally, find a piece of board, measure it longer than the length of the word. Cut it and paint it.
• To attach the photos I used word glue
• It can hang on the wall with wire or if you would like to sit on a table make two blocks with the left over wood and glue to the first and last letter

One thing I need to start doing is writing on the pictures where they were taken. 

Here is the sign I made for Jenny - I hope you like it!

For more photo ideas visit our photo community – Tips and Projects Exchange

Like most mom's I receive cards from my kids on Mother's day with their own element of creative added to each card.  My kids just happen to have four legs so they need a little extra help in creating the purrrfect cards.  Every year I receive two cards, one from the dog and one from the cats, signed with their muddy paw prints and I love each card dearly!

This year is going to be even easier for Jamie to create a photo card from the little guys. And hopefully reduce the amount of mud on the floor :)

All he will have to do is walk into the CVS around the corner, he doesn't even have to find or figure out where pictures are. He can simply log onto Facebook, pick pictures of our babies, add them to a card and print – piece of cake!

They can ever customized on the inside with a message and additional photos - Jamie can be creative here, I don't want to do all the work for him.

Of course on the back of the cards can have a Created By included.

I also found an ideal card for my mother, she is so proud of her grand babies and she will actually frame the card because it has pictures!

Don't stress if you haven't gotten your cards yet, you can still print a coupon from our Facebook page for a Buy One Get One FREE KODAK 5x7 folded greeting cards.

Get your coupon from here!

Unless you've been living in a cave or under a rock, you are probably well aware that Mother's Day is Sunday.

If you haven't yet thought about what you're going to give that special Mom, Grandmother, Mother in Law, Sister this year, look no further.

We've got you covered!!!

There are a few different ways you can make your Mom feel special using your own photos.

First of all, we have a very exciting offer that's just for our Facebook Fans When you like our page, you can download a coupon for a Buy One, Get one Free of a Mother's Day 5x7 card using the Kodak Picture Kiosk at participating retailers.
Just look at this beautiful card that you can make, simple as 1-2-3!




If you're a creative type, and want to make puzzles, mugs, upscale calendars and really special gifts, Kodak has a partnership with RocketLife, and you can download PrintProjects right to your Mac or PC, and use your own photos to create something beautifully unique for Mom.
This wirebbound calendar is a beautiful example and allows you to use several of your photos from througout the year


If you have not already joined Kodak TPX, I recommend you do so. As the Community Manager for the Tips and Projects Exchange, I strive to make it a hub for creativity with photos and projects, and there is always fresh, new content.

These printables that we've created specifically for Mother's Day are the perfect way to add a special creative touch for your gifts.

Check out this Planter Card that you can download and create yourself, right from TPX.


In short, you can't go wrong with any of these beautiful ideas. Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Kodak!