Unveiling Monochrome: A Global Snapshot Collection

In a captivating showcase, readers from across the globe share their interpretations on the theme of "monochrome," bringing together diverse landscapes, emotions, and artistic expressions through stunning photographs.

We recently invited our audience to submit their most impressive works on the theme of "monochrome." Below is a curated selection of photographs that beautifully exemplify this artistic style, each reflecting a unique perspective from different corners of the globe.

Martyn Longthorn captured the essence of nature with an image of "A pelican making a splash." Meanwhile, Ian Maggiore frozen a tranquil moment featuring "Early morning frost in my back garden."

Theresa Bennett’s contribution highlighted her efforts to attract butterflies, featuring "A huge show of photogenic pink flowers from cosmos seeds," which stood out as a perfect monochrome subject.

David Belton shared an iconic shot of "The Aldeburgh Scallop," a striking sculpture on Aldeburgh beach in Suffolk taken during a memorable holiday. Sally Esau's delightful image of "A house in Rhodes, Greece" featured an open gate, a charming mosaic pathway, and a casually strolling black cat, creating a whimsical contrast in monochrome tones.

Sean Corlett ventured to Crosby beach to photograph Antony Gormley's art installation, revealing ghostly figures stirred by atmospheric, slow-shutter techniques. Phil Norton shared a stunning image of a ram set against an ominous storm approaching Chatsworth House in Derby.

Glyn Hands sparked curiosity with a photograph featuring two individuals capturing each other through their lenses, asking the intriguing question about each other's captured moments.

Piyusha Paradkar's work invited viewers into a "Kaleidoscope of family, through light and shadow," while Uku Sööt declared, "Shadows tell a story reality can't." Duncan Grey’s urban shot captured a blend of cafe patrons merging seamlessly with the city's ambiance.

Doris Enders took us on a journey through "Layers of the past," with an Arizona landscape evocative in its monochrome beauty. Kate Snow enchanted our senses with a macro view of dandelions, relaying the timeless fascination they hold through age.

Ludo MacAulay’s street photography in Edinburgh captured a man thoughtfully passing on Melville Street, while Tony Cook showcased "Sunlight through windows" in Hereford Cathedral, enhancing the scene's moody atmospherics.

Roland Trope paused to document a chess match in Central Park, capturing an evocative moment of strategy. Meanwhile, Evelyn Oakley indulged in the playful possibilities of sunlight on a white wall, resulting in a dynamic interplay of shadows.

Emma Warren showcased a rare still moment of her mischievous monochrome cat, whereas Elena Raikhlin transformed everyday toilet paper into "abstract art," manipulating light and shadow to create a visual delight.

The next theme invites submissions on "my best photo," with an entry deadline of 18 March. The completed works will be shared later that week in the In Pictures gallery on the BBC News website. You can submit your photographs directly or email your contributions to yourpics@bbc.co.uk. Terms and conditions do apply.

Stay tuned for further details and upcoming themes; we design the theme, and you provide the stunning visual narratives. All photographs remain subject to copyright.