Ah, Tolkien!
All that is gold does not glitter,
Not all those who wander are lost

excellent work well done

This black and white version is much stronger; it adds a touch of melancholy that beautifully exemplifies the poignancy of the words. To me, at least :-)

And to look at it another way, when I clicked on your portfolio my eyes went straight here. It was only when I read your request for preferences that I had to go looking for the colour version…hadn’t really noticed it at first glance. This one, however, jumped straight out at me.

I like it immensely.

Prefer the B&W it makes more of a dramatic impact. The texture of the wall, the light and the stark contrast help create a mood, an air of desperation. Nice work!!

nice one i like it!

black and white is better Steve…
stronger.
no question. :)K

This is an amazing picture. Well done.

“Ask not of your audience what is better, for each of us sees art thru the lens of our own personality & experiences. Ask rather does this make you feel or think ?” " Art is an interaction between the artist, their medium & their audience and owes as much to chance as to skill"
Fitzpatrick

I really like this!! And definitely in b&w.

nice