STEP 1 Color or Black and White In digital capture, one of the most important steps in black-and-white (B&W) conversion is making the decision to go with color or black-and-white. It takes vision to see beyond the complexity of color and imagine what the image would look like without color. Lightroom has a built-in shortcut that speeds up this process: Press the V key for a quick B&W conversion (and press it a second time to return to color). The B&W conversion may not be exactly what you want, but it will help you decide quickly if B&W is a good option.
The right decorations for a black light room change it from a plain dark room to an artistic expression. Black lighting, or UV lights, are typically paired with black or other deeply colored walls and glow-in-the-dark decorations. It's these decorations that make all the difference in a black light room.
When looking at laundry detergent swirling around in a washing machine, it may be hard to imagine it as a wall decoration. Liquid laundry detergent glows under UV or black lights due to the chemical agents added to remove stains and dirt. Use this as an advantage in decorating a black light room. Use the detergent as you would paint. The thickness of the liquid prevents the substance from running, making the job neat and without need for drop cloths or protective tape. Consider painting a mural on one wall that will only show when the black lights are on. Large symbols or names in graffiti form present another option. Try painting simplistic stripes or geometric shapes around the room for a contemporary look.
Tulle is a type of material used in crafting and sewing. Similar to fine netting, the material is available in fluorescent varieties at most craft stores. This material glows under black light. Patterns are available to create flowers from tulle to place around a black light room. Cut small pieces of the material and tie in the middle with white twine to form bows of all sizes. Cover table tops with the tulle or create curtains from the substance.
