On the cross 2

somewhere between 1 and 2, closer to 2 than 1, if that makes sense

I prefer this one, Mel, it has more life, more energy in it, the colours are richer, too. The shadows and the dark remains of the shipwreck are a great contrast to the rest. Beautifuylly shot and worked.

Oh wow, now this is heaven on a stick! Well done mate :)

This one is sharper, especially in the shadows, I prefer this one :)

I also prefer the high contrast in this version to that of version 1. :)

Wow – so it could become better!! I wouldn’t have believed it if I hadn’t seen it.

What an intriguing photo! I like it!!!

wonderful

Definitely this one for me Mel, it’s nice and crunchy and seems to suit a crisp morning, Also the shadows seem to project much better. When you have both open and jump between them the other one seems a bit dull and lifeless. Mind you when I saw the other one on its own it looked pretty impressive too :-)

stunning shot Mel,,,, well done

Of the 2 I like this one better Mel :-) the shaddow stands out more…

Version 2 works better for me-I much prefer the stronger shadows. Good luck Missy-win everything!!!

Yes either 2 or as Johno says… Shadows… Dickie… I’m hooked, as you know

This one:-)

perfect

awesome shot

excellent shot – i like the long exposure on the water and great cloud-scene!

I think the BW enhances the subtle shadows of the ships ribbing, which I think really makes this image special!
If you could somehow reduce the highlights of the sun and coax out some more detail from the clouds then the BW would be superb!

fantastic tones Mel, beautiful image

Looks great! Just beautiful!

this is better – stronger light and shadow

They all look great. Am I easily pleased? I like the BW best but I guess I’m a drama queen. king. prince. well…. a drama something…..

Looks Much better, shadows are darker.
I really like the B&W version.

I think B&W version looks better, Mel

Oh I love this color! It is so dramatic as is the subject! A great marriage!

Yep, definitely this one, Mel – it’s gorgeous :))

This is the one for me Mel …..... :))

Gorget the colouring, look at those shadows on the water!!! Sweet…

Very, very nice – I love the colouring and certainly don’t think it’s too much. Wow!

colour’s good for me, I like the vibrancy

My vote is for this one Mel :)

Gorgeous tones here Mel, love it :-))

I like them both but this one is my favorite. Love those shadows !

outstanding work Mel..love your style

Stunning work Mel

INSANE work.

FANTASTIC image Mel! think I’m voting for this one, yes…
love the detail & contrast in the shadows and that blue is beyond gorgeous…

This is my fav,Mel,and i’m trying to visualize the yellow content a little warmer in contrast to the cool colours of the swirling sea,anyway it looks terrific and very eye catching!!

this is divine – truly! the colour is perfect, the light is just indescribable!

The color is amazing Mel!

Mel, i live for that blue/aqua to colour my days…it’s my fave of all time, of all your works! :) x

stunning

I think you have excelled . You should do well with this in any competition. I have seen this or a similar image before and I think you have lifted out of the ordinary.

Wooooow…............

Great shot. I like it.

And no, by the way-
the colour is perfect. :)
(Then again I’m a big fan of x-processing!)

It is great. Well done & good luck!

That is fricken awesome!

Simply divine!! Colors, lighting and composition totally outstanding :-)

I think this is fabulous, and a huge winner. Caveat being that my own preference tends to be on the side of more intensity in color, rather than less.

SUPER IMAGE! LOVE THE COLOR, AND LIGHT CAPTURED! BRAVO!

wow. just, wow! love the colors.

wowness!

Wowzers!!! this is Amazing!!!