Forum: Photography


Subject: Which do you prefer?

TwoPynts opened this issue on Oct 13, 2005 ยท 12 posts


TwoPynts posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 10:26 AM

I like the open feel of this beach image but am not sure what version works best. Full color, destaturated color, or B&W? The larger version has better detail, but you get the idea from these. Thoughts? Thanks! --Kort

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solrac_gi_2nd posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 10:31 AM

Kort,

I prefer the 'desaturated colour' in this case.

Carlos.

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waldomac posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 10:43 AM

I actually prefer the monochrome version, believe it or not. The top version's colors are pretty, but there is a same-ness to it that makes it less interesting, for some reason, to me. The middle version, whereas it's actually pretty nice, too, looks to me like it was shot on a day with a partial solar eclipse or something. It is less flat than the first, but it seems dim to me. The black and white, though, speaks to me. I think the beach in the foreground picks up more sparkle in this version, and the waves seem to have more depth, too.


tibet2004uk posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 11:23 AM

Now that's a tough choice Kortalouche!! It's a beautiful shot and it looks awesome in all 3 versions......! But.....I think....I'll go with the monochrome one!! Yep!! It has that 'lil extra moody touch that makes it stands out even more! all IMHO of course! :)


tvernuccio posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 11:55 AM

OMG, i LOVE the b/w version, Kort!!!!! that one is magic!!!! :)


kimariehere posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 1:01 PM

well you know me - yes- i love bright colors the top is the best in my mind!! but the middle on is nice too the black and white dosnt do it for me... i might trim the sky abit cropping it down more like a pano... beautiful!!

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kimmers ♥ :O)


UKmac posted Thu, 13 October 2005 at 11:57 PM

Full colour one does it foe me. Steve


cbender posted Fri, 14 October 2005 at 2:09 AM

i prefer the desaturated colours... it's more "dramatic" which gives a certain beauty to the scenery i.m.h.o.


Leeco posted Fri, 14 October 2005 at 12:39 PM

As is always the case, personal preferences rule, lol. What is great to one is so-so to another. I don't suppose there is a definitive answer usually. That being said, when i find myself in this situation, i usually opt for the desaturated look. A nice compromise on an issue that would solve itself if it really made a difference i think!!! Lee


soulofharmony posted Fri, 14 October 2005 at 5:55 PM

love 3 first and then 1... not overly keen on 2...:)..:))) nikki

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-PLUS- posted Fri, 14 October 2005 at 6:11 PM

More colorfull (#1) is more interesting imho.


thesymphonyofthelife posted Sat, 15 October 2005 at 5:35 AM

The second is nice with the dark colors but i prefer the b&w. you have more contrast between the sea and the beach. have a good day