I convert at least half my photos to black and white- I just can’t help myself. I love the emphasis on shape and form, as well as the drama and simplicity of the monochrome. Not that I don’t love color- just not all the time.
Both of these are macros (yes, I tried macro at the botanical garden with no tripod. . .). The first, I call Prickly.
And this one, I call Cactus Noir.
Tomorrow a color photo- I promise!
melinda anderson photography 
So love that first one, all that texture and love b/w’s also. I admit I don’t do it enough, because I do love it I really should. The second really have so much character with all the shadow play, love how you have done this. Really looking forward to our get together on Wed.