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B&W or Colour
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Sat Nov 07, 2009 6:37 pmby Geoff M
OMG, Its been such a
l o n g time since I was around these parts, a lot has been going on of late and time has been scarce with being made redundant, trying to find another job and then deciding to start up my own business instead.
Here is a recent (shot today!) one of my eldest daughter. I am not sure which of the two versions I prefer as my preference keeps shifting! but I think that the colour wins on this occasion. What do you think? C&C appreciated.
Re: B&W or Colour
Posted:
Sat Nov 07, 2009 6:59 pmby Matt. K
I think a slightly de-saturated version so that it looks old and hand coloured might look pretty good. It's a charming image!
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sat Nov 07, 2009 7:03 pmby Mr Darcy
I can see why you oscillate. They are both excellent & each has its own strengths.
I would attempt to reduce the lip "gloss" in the B&W though. I find it somewhat off-putting.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sat Nov 07, 2009 7:10 pmby wendellt
it's hard to choose
but ill pick the colour one because it has a warmth that is matched with the subject
gorgeous work
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sat Nov 07, 2009 10:20 pmby aim54x
Colour....it suits the shot more. The black and white is a tad too contrasty.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sat Nov 07, 2009 11:24 pmby colin_12
Another vote for the colour version.
Very nice image, mum must be happy.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sun Nov 08, 2009 7:51 amby ozimax
The colour version is old fashioned and striking, but the BW has much going for it. The vignette may be a tad overdone but it's good nonetheless. I vote for the BW version.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sun Nov 08, 2009 4:43 pmby Greg B
Great photo Geoff, your daughter is lovely, and you have captured
her very well.
I prefer the colour version, the tones are excellent.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sun Nov 08, 2009 5:08 pmby zafra52
Both of them are equally good, and it is a matter of preference. As far as I am concerned, I am for the colour one.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sun Nov 08, 2009 9:04 pmby surenj
This shot is good whether it be color, BW, desaturated etc etc
Get rid of the vignette though. Doesn't need it.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Sun Nov 08, 2009 11:36 pmby BBJ
I'm with max, i seem to like the B&W although both good but i guess just my taste.
ozimax wrote:The colour version is old fashioned and striking, but the BW has much going for it. The vignette may be a tad overdone but it's good nonetheless. I vote for the BW version.
Re: B&W or Colour
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Mon Nov 09, 2009 10:49 amby Geoff M
I have printed the colour version 'as is' to A4 size and it looks great. I will have a go at the suggested desat and removal of the vignette before I commit it to A2.
Thanks all for your comments.