Which one is better?

[manelady]

I carved this sign as part of the header for my website. I took several photos, and am having a hard time choosing between #1 daylight in the shade and #2, daylight in the sun. They each have good points, for example, #1 displays softer features and shows more expression, ie, the eyes. #2 appears more "crisp" to me and the shadowing exhibits the depth and under carving of the lettering, which I like a lot, but is a little harsh, and loses the expression in the eyes. #2 has been edited only in the way of the text color, background shadowing and mirror effect. So I guess the question is, #1 shade or #2 sun light shadow?

[DJ’s Timber]

#1 for me, #2 is too busy with the reflection and takes the eyes away from the details IMHO

[munruben]

Yep I am with DJ definitely number 1. for my money

[watson]

FWIW #1 for this little black duck.

[weisyboy]

well i like #2 so:p

[Big Shed]

:iagree:

Also think the black line after the top text shouldn't be there.

[manelady]

With out the reflection?

[weisyboy]

#1 on the second lot.

[DJ’s Timber]

This one looks good the lettering really stands out

http://www.woodworkforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=75740

[manelady]

One more time ;)

[DJ’s Timber]

I'm going for this one now, looks more natural

http://www.woodworkforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=75743

[Bluegum]

They both look gteart but I do like No 2.:2tsup:

[Big Shed]

#1 in post 10, #2 looks artificial and washed out.

[China]

No. 1, I must also add thats a pretty good peice of arving you have done as well

[WoodJunky]

I like the one that is on post #11.
I agree with DJ, it does look more natural.

I too must also add that it is a pretty good piece of carving you have done.

[RufflyRustic]

Have to say I like number 1 in all the examples.

cheers
Wendy

[WillyInBris]

Have to say I like number 1 in all the examples.

cheers
Wendy


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[manelady]

You all have been great help. And thank you for the nice complements as well. As much as some of you did not care for the reflection, I still kind of liked the over all effect while I was working with ideas on a brochure. Take a peek at this one, maybe you will change your mind with it laid out like this (with the other goodies added) Ket me know, ha, and I thought this was going to be easy!

[artme]

Did have an opinion. Now I'm just confused!
I keep coming back to #1 in each, though.

[RufflyRustic]

OK that's enough now, stop teasing!:wink::D Do you have a website yet? Can we see more pictures of your work, PLEEEASE!!!!!!!:-:U