I took two images of a dilapidated Dinghy during a recent trip to Cape Cod, and can't decide which I prefer. I'd welcome opinions, as well as any constructive criticism.
Which is better (or less bad, at least): this one (Dinghy Image 2) or the other (Dinghy Image 1)?
I prefer #1 because it has more context and the line of the rocks leading up to it works well. I might have included more of the rocks and gone for a slightly lower angle, but that's just my personal preference
@lsquared I'm with @blueace I think number one works best 2 is a little to close in for liking. 1 might be even better if you moved a little more to the right to show a bit more of the rocks again it's only my thoughts.
I'm with the others - I think no 1 is the more interesting shot. In No 2 my eye is disturbed by all the footprints and other random disturbance in the sand.
I'll be the devil's advocate. Although #1 does have the great line with the rocks (and the context), I rather like the footprints, the ropes, the messy water, etc. If going with #2 and the emphasis of grunge, I would give just a little more space at the top, and then change to a blue-er B&W and more detail contrast.
Agree with those who picked the first and would have changed the angle and distance to show more of the rocks and create some nice negative space on the left.
I'm with the majority (and that is unusual since I am usually the contrarian).
I definitely prefer #1. It has a whole lot more interest than the close cropped second one.
Yes number one is my preference for all the reasons already mentioned. number two, I would place the dingy a bit further down and tiny bit more into the picture.
I like #1 better, and would like it even more, if there were more rocks on the right side.
#2 is interesting as it focuses on the boat, but I am distracted by the threaded footprint in the front (you could probably nix it), and find the boat a bit too squished into the corner.
As for the tonal variations, I prefer #1.
Thanks everybody! Looks like a slight preference for #1, which matches what folks on my Facebook feed have said.
But LOTS of great suggestions here. Unfortunately I can't re-shoot the scene (it is 1200+ miles away), but I can look at some recrops. I was actually wondering about making the top image (#1) a wider perspective, cropping out the rocks along the bottom.
I really appreciate the input (and welcome more!) I'll try and add any new versions in this thread.
I prefer #1. You mentioned re-cropping. If you have more of the image on the right, try including some in order to put the dingy on the thirds position in the picture with the rocks acting as a leading line towards it. This should make the photo more balanced.
Well, I am in the minority. I prefer #2. I do agree with @houser934 that I would leave a little more space at the top and perhaps crop a little more at the bottom. I rather like the more close up of the dingy. However, they are both good.
While I do like #2 (and would definitely give it a little more space at the time), my final choice would go to #1. The leading line/curve is a really nice lead for the eye. I like the texture in the sand and the tilt of the sand-bound dinghy. If I was to do something to it, I'd play with the contrast and exposure to bring out more detail in the textures. I want to feel as if I just walked past it in the sand.
@lsquared I think #1 - because it almost tells a story, In framing the shot, what else could you have included in order to provide a little more context?
For me, #2. The rocks in #1, for a foreground line, form a good idea, but they have been somewhat cut off and truncated and now seem to me more like noise than strong content. Richard's @vignouse idea weighs in here, the one rock that would be remaining would be "complete."
Thanks again for all of the great thoughts and comments. I've been really busy of late, but plan to revisit both of the images and see if I can adjust them. I REALLY appreciate all of the feedback, and will post the new versions here.... if I can improve them.
i have thought for a time and realize that both images are good but to make them better for my eye I would like a bit of context... like where is this dinghy?
#! has the dinghy placed in the right spot is you are going for rule of thirds and the rocks are good too but need a bit more of them
#2 is nice for the details... the footprint is very sharp
something i read once in a photo magazine stays with me... it was about remembering that it is not always best to take a macro or close up of a bear or bird but sometimes to back up so the viewer can see where the animal or bird is and what kind of nature is around it... that has helped me a lot.
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I definitely prefer #1. It has a whole lot more interest than the close cropped second one.
#2 is interesting as it focuses on the boat, but I am distracted by the threaded footprint in the front (you could probably nix it), and find the boat a bit too squished into the corner.
As for the tonal variations, I prefer #1.
Thanks everybody! Looks like a slight preference for #1, which matches what folks on my Facebook feed have said.
But LOTS of great suggestions here. Unfortunately I can't re-shoot the scene (it is 1200+ miles away), but I can look at some recrops. I was actually wondering about making the top image (#1) a wider perspective, cropping out the rocks along the bottom.
I really appreciate the input (and welcome more!) I'll try and add any new versions in this thread.
Thanks again for all of the great thoughts and comments. I've been really busy of late, but plan to revisit both of the images and see if I can adjust them. I REALLY appreciate all of the feedback, and will post the new versions here.... if I can improve them.
#! has the dinghy placed in the right spot is you are going for rule of thirds and the rocks are good too but need a bit more of them
#2 is nice for the details... the footprint is very sharp
something i read once in a photo magazine stays with me... it was about remembering that it is not always best to take a macro or close up of a bear or bird but sometimes to back up so the viewer can see where the animal or bird is and what kind of nature is around it... that has helped me a lot.
have fun.