I have already learned this and now I want to consolidate: the principle of shooting in snowy cloudy weather is similar in almost all respects to the principles of shooting in black and white.
If there is a color somewhere, then it is as subdued as possible due to the diffused light.
The whole emphasis is on the graphic drawing of the scenes and objects being shot.
There is only one difference. Due to the diffusion of cloudy light, you can make a more pronounced accent on the color.
If you shoot in sunny weather, the snow will no longer be pure white and all forms on it may be lost.
But also do not forget that a lot of empty white space needs to be filled with something...if it is not some kind of creative idea.
Overcast weather is ideal for flat graphic subjects, as there are practically no shadows.
The reflection in the puddle has more color than in reality.
Once upon a time I loved to shoot in the minimalist style and for this I also used cloudy weather.
But here's the paradox: when it's cloudy, then everything is annoying and you want the sun, and when the sun is shining, you want cloudiness.
There are days when the weather matches your desires, but often it doesn't.
I still can't bring myself to just go and shoot without any setup for myself.
After all, all the pictures are good, which I have taken in the past! I like them all.
Yes, I shoot primarily for myself and I have said this more than once.
This is my life diary.
And if someone liked my captured reality, then I will only be glad.
Plus, all the pictures taken are my personal photo bank, which is work every day!
I also made a conclusion regarding last winter - I stopped loving strong frosts.
But the most top-viewed and simply popular publication on social networks is just about the strong frost at night.
So you just have to shoot everyday life, you never know what will shoot out of it later.