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.
A, to much lens flare. And A is much more cleaner. I feel the sun is taking to much space in B and draws my attention away from the subject. No you have almost 1000 votes to go through 😉
I like the cleaness of “A”, but I find the cars distracting and feel that the light pole splits the image. “B” is my choice because I feel that the flare lessens the distraction of the cars and pole and adds an element of movement. The flare gives the effect that it is a force propelling the runner forward and helping her to complete her journey.
I like B but for the campaign, I’d have to choose A. A bit too much sun burst in B.
Cool post, Chase. Thanks for giving us the chance to react.
Mark
A to me is a better portait shot but since this is for an ad my vote is for B
B seems to be my choice; she seems boundless by everything…even gravity (very cool shadow). With the flare there’s less complexity in the background too. The wall next to her in A has a lot going on, but like the change in textures and materials being displayed in the street lamps, trees and walls. Also seems that if you add the advertisement to the photo it will soften the “nuclear blast” effect.
I’m very new to photography and love your stuff; thanks for creating these experiences to learn from.