To Bridge or Not...That is the Question!

[plangereis]

I took this photo on the weekend, and it was suggested to take the bridge out. I tend to be a bit of a purist, and like to keep scenes the way they were, but I took the bridge out to see what it would look like. Let me know which version you like as I want to enter one of these in a digital competition. If you want comment on my clone job, please feel free as I have not done a lot of it.

Original (with slight crop at top)


Cloned out Bridge Version (with no crop)

[cziz]

I like the second shot better however you missed the left most part of the bridge peeking out of the trees. If you want to use the bridge shot I would straighten the photo so that the bridge is not on an angle.

[zona5101]

#2 is the stronger image

[Penary]

The 2nd one without the bridge distraction to me makes for a more attractive photo. If you want to use the first one then I agree it should be straighten. Is it possible to move the camera to a higher angle? The colors are great.

[Disfidare]

I agree, I think the second image is better. The bridge is a distraction.

[Athas_orm]

I agree the one without the bridge is best. Also agree with the comment that it should be straightened if you intend to keep the bridge.

[equilution]

Nice clone job, Paul. I, too, like the second one. Awesome shot. The bridge is a bit disracting since it's only a portion. With it removed, I think you'll fare well in the competition. Good luck!! TFS

[kgb224]

I like both and i also have the same feeling when taking pictures.
I like to leave a picture as it is.
Both is outstanding captures.

[Bernzfotos]

Paul, I agree with you and like both, however if I saw this in a competition I think I would vote for no. 2. Cheers, Bernz

[Thomas.H1]

Both shots are quite beautiful. I like the second best. Because the main shot is not the bridge, but rather, the water fall taken softly, I find the bridge a bit distracting in the first shot. You have done an excellent job with cloning.

I haven't been here for a while. I'm working on movies and trying to find an editor that I really like and want to purchase. Meanwhile my still photography has slacked off to near zero. Once I get set up with my videos, I'll get back to working with stills as well. Currently its a matter of a rather steep learning curve. It reminds me a bit of when I first started working with photoshop.