Putting it to a Vote!


Hello wonderful blog readers.  As most of you know, Brad and I work together very well, balancing each other and bringing two different perspectives to our work.  When I’m hitting my head up against a creative wall I can always count on him to come over and see things in a different light, helping move me past my editing road block.  Normally I will start down the path he pointed and end up somewhere beautiful making him very proud.   Today is not a normal day it would seem.  I called Brad over to view the finished product of this photo and when he looked at it he decidedly did not like it.  I understand his point that the editing I chose to do took away some of the natural beauty of our location, but I wanted to focus on the magic and emotion that was happening between our couple.  He does not agree with my choice so we thought why not see what you all think.  Below each of our favorites and we want to hear which one you like best.  Not to worry our feelings will not be hurt either way you choose.  They are both beautiful images, just slightly different.  So please leave us a comment letting us know your favorite so we can settle this “argument” and get on to posting Lori & Justin’s real sneak peek.

Brad’s Favorite:

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Mel’s Favorite:

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  • audrey, 06.08.09:
    audrey : wow, that's tough. they are both beautiful, but i think i'm leaning towards brad's pick. i like the clarity of it for this shot.
  • ezra, 06.08.09:
    ezra : Oh my...you two are fighting over something so small...but with that said, I do prefer Brad's rendition (same reason as Brad's)...but your's is good too Melanie...it's slightly different...
  • Kristen Weaver, 06.08.09:
    Kristen Weaver : Hmm... I'm going to have to side with Brad on this one, too :)
  • Jackie Beale, 06.08.09:
    Jackie Beale : yay I love picture votes! ok, I'll have to go with the 1st one, brads, because the colors look more richer and I like the contrast :) The couple really pop in my humble opinion.
  • Matt, 06.08.09:
    Matt : I think I prefer the first one. It's such a magical moment as is, I don't think much else even needs to be done to it. Love the natural look of the rock wall behind them.
  • Amy, 06.08.09:
    Amy : I am going to have to go with Brad on this one.
  • Danielle, 06.08.09:
    Danielle : Hmm.. I can't choose! I really like the colors and the "richness"of the first one (Brad's).. but I love the particle textures of Mel's.. So it's a toss up!! I think you guys should combine the 2.
  • Kathryn Brown, 06.08.09:
    Kathryn Brown : Mel- You know how much I love you; I like both, but I do really like the colors of the first and how they pop. The image is AWESOME!!! Now kiss and make up and wrap up work early :)
  • ezra, 06.08.09:
    ezra : Brad...sorry...we might have put you on the couch...
  • Jill Hayward, 06.08.09:
    Jill Hayward : I have to agree with Brad . You are such a perfectionist and your work is so unique I'm so glad Lori and Justin discovered you, and John and I enjoyed your company at the wedding festivities!
  • oeil, 06.08.09:
    oeil : Mel- don't hate me, I pick the 1st one (the water is the main focus, not the "starry" texture on the 2nd, though it is a DARN AWESOME pic!
  • Melanie, 06.08.09:
    Melanie : Well it looks like the Brads have it. I like the first one I just like the second one better. It makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. I guess Brad better learn to edit so he can do some work of his own soon. haha
  • emily ellis, 06.08.09:
    emily ellis : really tough! mel i totally get what you are trying to do. its other worldly, floating in space, lost in eachother. but i also get how the natural beauty doesn't really need any help. Both are beautiful!
  • Florida Brides Blog, 06.08.09:
    Florida Brides Blog : Mel, I am going with Brad's photo! I like the background focus and the couple second! I love that you can see all the way down to the bottom of the water and see her dress in the bottom!!
  • melody, 06.08.09:
    melody : Sorry mel, i loved all the pics from the wedding - being that this is my brother & new sister in law... but there's something about brad's a like more. i cannot wait to see the entire collection of them!
  • Melanie, 06.08.09:
    Melanie : No worries everyone... I understand. Seriously my feelings aren't hurt. I took the shot and edited it both ways so either win somehow. ;)
  • jason Woods, 06.15.09:
    jason Woods : I will have to go with Brad on this one. I think the texture over the rock takes away from it. What an Awesome shot though. That must have been fun!
  • Bonnie Hunnicutt, 06.16.09:
    Bonnie Hunnicutt : Are you kidding me? It's not even a toss up! Sorry, Brad you are so awesomely awesome and nicely nice, but I'm so goin with Mel! I love the texture, it makes it so surreal and dream-like! (which are basically synonyms, I know) The couple just pops right out at you from their insane surroundings! It actually gives me chills, can you insert mine and Jason's faces into it? :)You go girl!!
  • Suwanee, 06.19.09:
    Suwanee : The second bottom one, hands down! (O: Amazing photo!