It can be easy to go overboard when you see how much you can change the impact of your B&W photos when adjusting the contrast.
Since contrast plays such an important role in creating great black and white photography, it’s something you should pay close attention to in editing. A useful tip is to try to keep it subtle. It can be easy to go overboard when you see how much you can change the impact of your B&W photos when adjusting the contrast. So try to make sure your adjustments enhance the photo instead of dominating it.