HDRish Storefront

[qquackk]

So, I am posting this here because I used the Redynamix filter for Photoshop on these images, but I am also wanting feedback on the composition and whether the cropped version or the original version are better. This is a store front and I was trying to crop out the building next door to give emphasis on the shop that is the focus of the image, but I don't know if that made the photo seem over crowded.

On the processing, does it look too processed? I made it super smooth on purpose. Any advice on color/balance, etc? Anything glaring stand out?

PS I know this isn't real HDR imaging, I just used the filter after the fact to spruce up the image a bit.

Thanks for your help!

Camera: Nikon D60
Exposure: 0.033 sec (1/30)
Aperture: f/3.5
Focal Length: 18 mm
ISO Speed: 360
Flash: Off, Did not fire

[Murtasma]

I think the crop helps but what may have helped even more was using a vertical orientation when shooting. This way you could use the railing to help guide the eye to the Iris building this would also get the Iris sign above the building completely in the frame without cutting the top off. I may also try taking a step or two to the left next time as well.

As for post processing I don't think it looks bad there are however certain areas in the image that appear a little muddy. Try placing the original back over the image and using opacity to blend the effect in then mask off areas where the effect is to heavy mostly the sky and beige on the building.

A polarizers would be a good filter to use in a situation like this this. That will help darken the sky and reduce the reflections on the windows.