Which version should I enter into a nature show?

[plangereis]

I found out about a nature photo contest where I live, and the theme is nature. All photos that are entered cannot have any evidence of mankind's influence in them. I found it hard to find enough, but I felt one of these would fit the bill. Which version though? Help me out here.

[JGennuso]

oh wow...that's a hard one. i'm going to go with the colored version...i think it shows off the "nature" better...the green plants, the brown rock...etc.

[mikez53]

If I had to choose I would go with the color shot. The colors are subtle and therefore not overbearing. I think this depicts the very natural beauty of the setting.

[chalkie7]

another vote here for the colour version...just!

[johassler]

I prefer the color version - but only just! The colors are subtle and add just a little something to the final picture, I think.

[plangereis]

It looks like it will be the colour shot, which is driving me a little crazy as I am falling in love with B&W. Thanks for the help everyone.

[windrider86]

I liked the black and white best

[sbunting108]

My vote is for the colored version because as mentioned earlier it shows off the 'natural' look of nature better.

[mapgirl]

I prefer the color one as well because, as other have said, it shows off the "natural" look of nature, which was the idea for the show. I can see why you like the B & W one, but in a way it doesn't follow the contest instructions to avoid mankind's influence. Aren't you manipulating the image when you change it to B & W?

[chills42]

I really prefer the B&W as it helps to accent the contrast of water and rock, both ways are wonderful though!