I need your help! I have had this picture of my son for 3 years and still haven’t printed it because I can’t decide which one I like better. I never have a problem helping others decide what pictures to select but when it comes to my children suddenly I lose all ability. I’ve decided to put it out there and let you help me decide. Please, please, please give me your opinion or this will be one of those pictures that is held captive in my computer forever. I have too many of those as it is :). Please help set it free!
Ellie Cutler
Color. Absolutely color. I like the B&W but he kinda gets lost in the car. In the color one though…he pops and becomes the focal point. Plus that hat and jacket are just too adorable to be left out and the color shows them off as well. LOVE it!
Michelle
Take the black and white and add color to parts of it to emphasize your sons face.
Stephanie Wind
i like the colors in this one. it captures the essence of the time period i think you are going for well.
Nancy Karl
Usually lean towards B/W especially with vintage look but with this particular shot – I completely agree with Ellie Cutler’s comments! Maybe try an Autochrome effect (or early color) to dull colors slightly (throughout the whole photo – not just face) to fit vintage theme – but still will make your son pop with his beautiful eyes & skin! You’re right – your own kids are the hardest to decide! Beautiful shot – you do outstanding work!!!
Julie Spahn
Be still my heart – what eyes! Both processes are knock-out, but I’m agreeing with the color votes. I love B&W but the colors deepen the whole photo.