Working in monochrome is new for me but it's a challenge and it's opened my eyes to some fabulous work. And it's been Iain's work - especially the great composition along with tones and contrast that cry out to be admired - that has been the inspiration I needed. Added to all this, Iain has been of great practical assi… Read more

Working in monochrome is new for me but it's a challenge and it's opened my eyes to some fabulous work. And it's been Iain's work - especially the great composition along with tones and contrast that cry out to be admired - that has been the inspiration I needed. Added to all this, Iain has been of great practical assistance. Very many thanks indeed, Iain, for showing me just how much colour there is in black & white :)

There are only a few B&W photographers here on FLickr that have the ability of not only making great photos but also of inspiring others. Iain Gilmour - Silver Doctor - is one of them. One of the very first photos I've seen of his were his brilliant still life tributes to Karl Blossfeldt. And right after seeing those p… Read more

There are only a few B&W photographers here on FLickr that have the ability of not only making great photos but also of inspiring others. Iain Gilmour - Silver Doctor - is one of them. One of the very first photos I've seen of his were his brilliant still life tributes to Karl Blossfeldt. And right after seeing those photos I fell in love with his style of photography and his understanding of tones. Because whenever I think of Iain, I think of tones. But that's not his only feat. Take a look at his compositions and you will see that there's much more to his art than beautiful tones only. Long exposure photography for example is a niche that Iain also masters so well. Just view his Wind mill shot, Milling the Wind I, then you will agree with me that it is a great example of incorporating the beauty of long exposure photography with brilliant compositioning and toning. One of the best windmill shots I've ever seen and exemplifying Iain's skills and vision as a photographer. Or take a look at his recent animal shots in B&W. Now that's original photography and great use of the power of B&W. But let's not forget the most important thing besides his craftsmanship. And that's his great personality. He's always there to give you some positive comments and he's just a great contact to have around here on Flickr. And with all this, he inspires me. Hats off to you Iain, Joel

Even a casual swim through Iain's photostream reveals that a photographer of great technical and aesthetic skill has been at work. Indeed, his work reveals a stunning eye for detail often manifested by wonderfully geometric creations that fill the entire field of his photos. All of Iain's work, which includes seascap… Read more

Even a casual swim through Iain's photostream reveals that a photographer of great technical and aesthetic skill has been at work. Indeed, his work reveals a stunning eye for detail often manifested by wonderfully geometric creations that fill the entire field of his photos. All of Iain's work, which includes seascapes, landscapes, "streetscapes" and even "peoplescapes," represents both a compelling and a beautiful collection of art, but one piece in particular, "Asymmetric Congruent Polygons I," stands out as one of my favorite photos I have seen on flickr, one that I think expresses everything I admire about his work: technical excellence, superb eye for detail, precision framing, and wonderful creativity. Indeed, because of these excellent technical and aesthetic qualities, I look forward to enjoying and learning from each and every one of his photos.

I'm amazed that you don't have any testimonials yet. I'm honored to be first. Silver Doctor has an amazing eye for angles and perspective. His compositions are supurb and his conversions to black and white are breathtaking. I've learned so much from him and I constantly come back to his photostream for inspiration.… Read more

I'm amazed that you don't have any testimonials yet. I'm honored to be first. Silver Doctor has an amazing eye for angles and perspective. His compositions are supurb and his conversions to black and white are breathtaking. I've learned so much from him and I constantly come back to his photostream for inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful work!