There is a challenge up in the PAD forum to shoot B&W for the month of Feb. Not sure if I will go through with it for the month but this shot from this afternoon seemed made for B&W.

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February is Black and White month for many of us PADers. Check out Gary Winters PAD page or Bob Townsend's Topic for a list of those participating.