To b&w, or not to b&w, that is the question.. (Page 2): My choice is the B&W only because of Ansel Adams. Magic what he could do with an 8x10 view camera!

fredfinke Loc: Denver

My choice is the B&W only because of Ansel Adams. Magic what he could do with an 8x10 view camera!

Cotondog Loc: Saskatchewan, Canada

I prefer the color photograph because I see the world in color, not in black and white or shades of grey. When asked to compare between the two versions, I may acknowledge that the B&W looks okay, or even good (as it does in your example), but I will always prefer the beauty of color over a B&W photo.

Uuglypher Loc: South Dakota (East River)

tommystrat wrote:

I have a personal favorite between these two images, but I'd like to know... not only which one you prefer (if either!) but WHY you prefer it. Feeling, impact, hate b&w, whatever... I'd appreciate your comments and suggestions, as always... view in Download for best...

My favorite question is : “which will stop the average gallery stroller in mid stride?” The one with the most IMPACT! No question here! The B&W will bring that stroller’s heels to a screeching halt as he/she reaches to check their card’s balance!

The colored version is nice, but the B&W has unarguably forceful IMPACT! And impact is the name of the game!

Dave

blacks2 Loc: SF. Bay area

I prefer B+W. It is a beauty.

ecobin Loc: Paoli, PA

Both are nice but I prefer the B&W for its intensity.

Ava'sPapa Loc: Cheshire, Ct.

tommystrat wrote:

I have a personal favorite between these two images, but I'd like to know... not only which one you prefer (if either!) but WHY you prefer it. Feeling, impact, hate b&w, whatever... I'd appreciate your comments and suggestions, as always... view in Download for best...

To me, #1 is a photo I would stop and look at. It evokes a particular mood. #1 I can see on a gallery wall where #2 I could see in a scrapbook.

camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.

I prefer the b&w version. I have to say that I spent time in the darkroom when I was working with b&w film and that kind of bias me toward monochrome images. I have always been an admirer of Ansel Adams and I agree that he was capable of making magic in the darkroom.
Those different tonalities of gray have always called my attention. No colors to distract, pure photography.

DebAnn Loc: Toronto

tommystrat wrote:

I have a personal favorite between these two images, but I'd like to know... not only which one you prefer (if either!) but WHY you prefer it. Feeling, impact, hate b&w, whatever... I'd appreciate your comments and suggestions, as always... view in Download for best...

I like the black and white because my eyes immediately focused on the building. When I looked at the colour, my eyes were darting all around it.

allanj Loc: New York City

B&W for me.

buzzyd

I like them both, but if have to choose I am going B&W

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

I like both and think both have their merits. I do love that beautiful blue in the sky.

Brian S. Loc: Oak Park, MI

The color one just grabs my eyes. The b/w version has so much detail missing. Besides the last time I looked we live in a Wonderful World of Color and I much prefer the Color Version which I would be happy to hang on my wall.

Thank you for showing us your beautiful color photo.

Umnak Loc: Mount Vernon, Wa.

tommystrat wrote:

I have a personal favorite between these two images, but I'd like to know... not only which one you prefer (if either!) but WHY you prefer it. Feeling, impact, hate b&w, whatever... I'd appreciate your comments and suggestions, as always... view in Download for best...

If you are showcasing the "days gone by" or the "abandoned" feel these images could portray, the B&W is a clear winner!
The color calls to me in a different way. As though its going to be refurbished, or something like that....
Both have distinct qualities in my opinion! The B&W is my final answer though!
Great shot!
Rob

angler Loc: StHelens England

Colour for me,lovely image.

turp77 Loc: Connecticut, Plainfield

Longshadow wrote:

Yes...

I like the color,
but the B&W has a nostalgic look.
I think if I was going to hang it I would hang the B&W...

I agree