The color of your photography background can work wonders. It doesn’t just set the mood of the photo, but can also influence the appearance of your model’s complexion. Which backgrounds complement natural skin tones and which ones should you avoid? To find out, we tested 10 differently-colored backgrounds, ranging from neutral gray to bright yellow. The results reveal that even subtle changes to your photos‘ background can significantly impact the overall feel of your photo.

The decision to shoot in color or black and white is an ongoing debate among many photographers. Both have their passionate supporters. Ultimately, it all depends on what you want to convey with your photo and how you choose to do it. We’ve prepared a guide to colors in photography and how different colors can affect the mood and meaning of your photos.

This is the first article in our new series on colors in photography. We’ll delve into the role of colors and their significance in photography. We'll also explore the psychology of colors, how they’re used for marketing, and take a look at their historical context. Let's get started with a somewhat controversial color, one that is technically not even a color— white.