Which Photo Should I Use? UPDATED

by Trish on June 23, 2008 · View Comments

in 5 Minutes for Special Needs,Fun Stuff

Updated on 6/26/08: Thank you everyone for your kind and helpful comments–I really appreciate all of your input. After taking into account all of the responses I received here and offline, I actually ended up using an entirely different picture for the project. More info to follow later!

I need to select a photo for something and need your help. Can you please take a look at these two pictures and leave me a comment telling me which picture you like better, #1 or #2?

Thanks for your help, everybody!

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http://specialconsiderations.blogspot.com/ Jenny

My pick would be the first one – I think the coloring looks better. Hope that helps!
http://specialconsiderations.blogspot.com Jenny

My pick would be the first one – I think the coloring looks better. Hope that helps!
http://www.embow.blogspot.com/ Emily

I agree. I like the coloring in the first one better. Both are great pictures though.
http://www.embow.blogspot.com Emily

I agree. I like the coloring in the first one better. Both are great pictures though.
http://adashofsassitude.com/ Audra Marie

I have to agree with the first two comments – the first one has nice coloring.
http://adashofsassitude.com Audra Marie

I have to agree with the first two comments – the first one has nice coloring.
http://livinlife2fullest.blogspot.com/ Livin’

I like the first photo too. It looks more like you and not posed. I hope you know what I mean. You look relaxed I guess. Anyway #1.
http://livinlife2fullest.blogspot.com Livin’

I like the first photo too. It looks more like you and not posed. I hope you know what I mean. You look relaxed I guess. Anyway #1.
http://handsfreeheart.blogspot.com/ Hands-Free Heart

Count me in as another vote for the first one. Actually the second one is a good pose, looks like laughter. But it is a little shadowy and blue, and the first one not only is a really good natural shot, it also has better color and positioning (the crispness of the necklace slightly over the shirt collar… the sunlight on the corner of your hair).
http://handsfreeheart.blogspot.com Hands-Free Heart

Count me in as another vote for the first one. Actually the second one is a good pose, looks like laughter. But it is a little shadowy and blue, and the first one not only is a really good natural shot, it also has better color and positioning (the crispness of the necklace slightly over the shirt collar… the sunlight on the corner of your hair).
http://sahmtoo.blogspot.com/ Nicole (SAHM Ramblings)

Dangit. I’m going against the grain… Although I love the coloring in the first – and the necklace is a nice touch, I genuinely feel that the second is a better picture. I love the hair-behind-the-ears-with-the-earrings-showing look. And I really feel that the smile in the second one seems less forced. It’s also more youthful.

If there’s any way for you to bring up the facial coloring in the second then it’s a sure thing.

Did you win something or what? Do tell!
http://sahmtoo.blogspot.com Nicole (SAHM Ramblings)

Dangit. I’m going against the grain… Although I love the coloring in the first – and the necklace is a nice touch, I genuinely feel that the second is a better picture. I love the hair-behind-the-ears-with-the-earrings-showing look. And I really feel that the smile in the second one seems less forced. It’s also more youthful.

If there’s any way for you to bring up the facial coloring in the second then it’s a sure thing.

Did you win something or what? Do tell!
http://classicmama.blogspot.com/ Classic Mama

I have to go with the majority here, I like the first.
http://classicmama.blogspot.com/ Classic Mama

I have to go with the majority here, I like the first.
http://stephaniefurness.blogspot.com/ Stephanie

I’m with Nicole @ SAHM Ramblings, I like the 2nd picture. It seems more natural, youthful and happy. The color and clarity are little off but it definately shows more personality.
http://stephaniefurness.blogspot.com Stephanie

I’m with Nicole @ SAHM Ramblings, I like the 2nd picture. It seems more natural, youthful and happy. The color and clarity are little off but it definately shows more personality.
http://www.danielsprogress.blogspot.com/ Julie

Guess it depends what you need the picture for! Not knowing, I think I’ll pick the first one too!

I hardly ever comment, but I read your feed every day. Just lettin’ ya know!
http://www.danielsprogress.blogspot.com Julie

Guess it depends what you need the picture for! Not knowing, I think I’ll pick the first one too!

I hardly ever comment, but I read your feed every day. Just lettin’ ya know!
http://blogmommas.com/ Becki

I like them both. The coloring is better in the first, but that second one really stands out because you just look so happy. I relaly like the way your hair is pushed back in it.
http://blogmommas.com Becki

I like them both. The coloring is better in the first, but that second one really stands out because you just look so happy. I relaly like the way your hair is pushed back in it.
Guest

Both are nice, but I like the 1st one better
http://raisingpa.wordpress.com bekkah

Both are nice, but I like the 1st one better
http://www.welcometomyworldjanmary.blogspot.com/ Jan Mary

I choose the first one
http://www.welcometomyworldjanmary.blogspot.com Jan Mary

I choose the first one
http://kathrynsmoore.wordpress.com/ katy (aka funny girl)

I like the second one. It looks natural and happy.
http://kathrynsmoore.wordpress.com katy (aka funny girl)

I like the second one. It looks natural and happy.
http://www.becomingmethruhim.blogspot.com/ Becoming Me

Both are lovely, but I think I prefer the first one
http://www.becomingmethruhim.blogspot.com Becoming Me

Both are lovely, but I think I prefer the first one
Anonymous

Okay, I am voting for the first pic. In my opinion the first photo makes you look more youthful. This is fun. Can we do another pick????

http://afrugalmom.today.com/
Anonymous

Okay, I am voting for the first pic. In my opinion the first photo makes you look more youthful. This is fun. Can we do another pick????

http://afrugalmom.today.com/
http://www.3runningincircles.blogspot.com/ Danette

Not sure what it’s for, but I like the 2nd one. The expression looks happier .
http://www.3runningincircles.blogspot.com Danette

Not sure what it’s for, but I like the 2nd one. The expression looks happier .
http://aroundtheisland.blogspot.com/ Robin

For something professional I’d definitely go with the first. If it’s for something casual or a social networking thing I might go with the second because you look more open and friendly.

Either way, they’re both lovely and it’s nice to have a face to go with the name .
http://aroundtheisland.blogspot.com/ Robin

For something professional I’d definitely go with the first. If it’s for something casual or a social networking thing I might go with the second because you look more open and friendly.

Either way, they’re both lovely and it’s nice to have a face to go with the name .
http://slurpinglife.typepad.com/ melody is slurping life

I think the first photo, though I really love your beautiful smile in the second. The color and lighting is better in the first shot.
http://slurpinglife.typepad.com/ melody is slurping life

I think the first photo, though I really love your beautiful smile in the second. The color and lighting is better in the first shot.
http://thecampbellcorner.blogspot.com/ TCC

Don’t know if you need another person telling you the same thing but I will. My vote is for #1.
http://thecampbellcorner.blogspot.com TCC

Don’t know if you need another person telling you the same thing but I will. My vote is for #1.
http://www.thesimplecajunlife.blogspot.com/ Nicole

I like the first one. I finally get to put a face with your words. YEAH!
http://www.thesimplecajunlife.blogspot.com Nicole

I like the first one. I finally get to put a face with your words. YEAH!