Flatter? Steeper? Train in or out?

[KansaiGreenie]

Hi Everybody!

I made this image a couple of days ago and I can't decide which one I like better. As you can tell, there is a slight difference in the compositions: shot A has a little bit flatter angle and shot B has a bit steeper angle. Also, shot B includes a train.

Can you tell me which one you like? If you are so inclined I'd also love to hear why. Of course any and all other criticisms are appreciated.

Thanks!

Shot 'A'

Shot 'B'

[junglebear]

For me it's definitely shot A. The train in B distracts from the nice cityscape you got and makes the shot too busy. The light trails are a nice touch, the train trail is too much (imho!)
That wasn't supposed to rhyme.

Also maybe clone out the cloud on the left?

[PhotogAve]

These are fantastic!

It was a hard decision, but I think I like shot A better.

[dishingthedivine]

I think the preference depends on whether you're trying to draw attention to the cityscape or to the action. I liked Shot B better because of the action it showed. But if you're looking to really draw the eye to the city, then Shot A is better.

[Lightwriter]

I like the B. I felt like the A was missing something. The train in B does away with the rather dark, empty space in the middle of the photo and transforms it into a bright, active part of the photo. Both are lovely, though.

[Hartzler]

Both are very strong. You've done great work here. It's close, but for me, I prefer the steeper angle of B with the train. Shot B just has a bit more zest for me.

[KansaiGreenie]

Thanks for the feedback everyone.

So it seems like it is neck and neck. The truth is that I like both, but I might be more partial to Image A, but then five minutes later I like image B. I really can't decide. It is a terrible problem (tongue in cheek), but one that I am happy to have.

Originally Posted by junglebear

Also maybe clone out the cloud on the left?

Yeah, I saw that too. My first rough attempts didn't quite work. When I get some time I will try again.

KG

[Ranmoor232]

i personally prefer A . i think it has more impact.. but both are amazing shots

[Bianka]

IMO, I like B better... I like the extra light that the train gives the shot.

Also, this might be trivial - but I like the cloud formations better in B as well - in the first shot I found the clouds a bit too close to the building.