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.
I vote B! it’s just different. Something not common or anybody would come out with 🙂
I think they both have great appeal. B- with the flare is a little distracting and does take away from subject a little. I think the real debate comes down to what you are trying to say with the image. Or perhaps what the client is using the photo for.
I love A. Really nice subtle semi-circular ghosting between her lower foot and the pole base. Nice dappling on the sidewalk. Too much flare in B for me, it dominates to the point where she is no longer the subject of the photo. I like backlight but not into the massive flare look. Great work Chase!
A gets my vote. I like the facial expression the best.
I’d go with A. It clearer and crisper. The light in photo B kind of obstructs the runner.