I was just recently commissioned for a campaign and shot about 1000 images to capture final image for this well known sports company. In the end, it came down to the two images above. As is usually the case, the final image is tough to choose, with lots of factors under consideration, lots of stakeholders picking their favorite. There was much debate.
I’ve posted stuff like this before and was really excited by the resulting discussion, so I figured I’d throw it out there again… WHICH IS BETTER, A or B?
Vote in the comments. Love to know ‘why’ if you care to explain your thoughts. 600 px wide versions of each image after the jump…hit [‘continue reading’ below]. After you all weigh in, I’ll tell you which one was used and why.
This is PHOTO A, below.
THIS is PHOTO B, below.
Photo A.
I pick A for a campaign. More clear and more focused on the topic.
I happen to love flare. I use it a lot and many of my own favourite images contain flare. I feel warm and part of the scene. However, it’s obvious there are many who disagree and find the flare distracting.
To answer your specific question, I prefer B.
A. Better expression.
Is there a photo in B?