Fun With Black and White

So I decided to try working in black and white.  I love they way black and white photos looks.  They seem to be more meaningful, even if it is a picture of something that isn't that important.  I have been using GIMP to do my editing and I have really enjoyed it.  I am a newbie so I think that is it really easy to use so that has made my learning experience easier and more fun.  So here are a few of my black and white photos.  I have also edited them using the Alien Map feature, I think this gives the photos a alien(duh) look that I find appealling.

Rose in a churchyard

clouds

leaves

sticks and stones

old billboard near home

arch with portal

manipulated rock wall #1

#2

Worcester Union Station

I really look forward to doing more of these. Thanks for looking!