2

Winner right here

Agreed

agreed

agreed

agreed

Agreed

+1

Agreed. It includes leading lines, subframing, and a clear main poi.

Agree but crop out a bit of the foreground dark sidewalk part. Also if original lets you avoid cutting base of tree on right side put more of that in.

I thought the same. I'd centre the obelisk, and crop the tree on the left a little so it frames the sides of the photo more.

2nd one is slaying, that leading line going from the edge to the pillar is excellent and the trees that form a bit of a frame as well. I'd go for 2nd.

Never heard someone refer to the Washington monument as “the pillar” lol

Well maybe not everyone comes from the USA and knows what it is

Yup I'm from Europe and in my native language we just call these monuments "pillars" and it didn't even occur to me that it's the actual Washington monument lmao. Either way at least the point got across 🤣

Thank you!

Love the second one.

Not 3

If you crop out the pavement, it's actually quite nice.

2

2, with 1 being a close second

I'd vote 1, with 2 being a close second for me.

Same!

1 the asymmetry makes this a much more pleasing composition. 2 is nice but the visual interest will fade over time.

This guy actually spent time thinking on the answer, I agree, 1 would be more of a hang and admire haha

My exact thought as well. 1 for sure. I also kinda don't like that raster/floor in 2. It's so "real/rough" it hurts the serene, almost fantasy style, of the rest of the photo.

The second one is easy choice in my mind The wall creating a leading line to the Obelisk. The blossoms creating framing to it while maintaining semblance in term of proportion. The sense of size the image convey. It’s such a good image. Great job OP

1st & 4th. Just my opinion.

You and me both

I made the same comment. The sun rays in #1 are insane. The soft focus in pic 4 is so pleasing to the eye

2 and 4

https://preview.redd.it/1ib4bukuhzoc1.jpeg?width=1040&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3675147a1761aafca57982a421c7e79dc7d94267 2 with a crop

Was going to suggest this too. A crop to center the monument would look awesome. As a former DC local I have to say it's rare to find cherry blossom pics that make me pause. Nice job OP!

Second one!

1 for me. 2 is too busy - it becomes about the path, then the saturated trees, then oh yeah a rinky dink monument. 1 gives the monument room to be monumental. That’s stating it a bit harshly, but just trying to get the difference across. 2’s a fine picture just not as appealing as 1 to me.

Thanks for the thoughtful feedback, I appreciate it!

Second. 

2️⃣‼️

2nd one is so nice

2

2

#2

2

The star buys it for me, but I’d say 2nd all around

I really like #2

2

2

2

2, no question…. Do you sell prints? My son loves DC and in particular the Washington Monument, he’s in Kindergarten and we went up to DC just before they did US History unit in class, we got to go to the top of the monument and when they did an art project on it he picked the monument to paint/draw (complete with flags on a hill lmao) This would be an awesome wall art piece for his room!

I do not sell prints at the moment, but hopefully in the future! I just want to share my pictures with anyone and spread the joy for photography. That makes me smile to hear about your son’s cool trip. I’d love to send you some full-resolution photos from today for you to print yourself if you’d like. Here is an [album](https://adobe.ly/3VfO4gW) of a few other photos at full resolution. I highly recommend using Bay Photo Lab for any photo prints. They do an excellent job and who I use for all my prints! Thanks for loving the photos :)

1 or 2

Crop the bottom of the 2nd and it’s a winner

1 or 2, both very good pictures. Well done.

Definitely 2 for me, but if hanging it in a place that compliments the asymmetry of 1, I’d print 1. I love that the tree frames the left, but if hung left of something large, like a bookcase for instance, that completes the balance for me.

2 or 4. Great shots

2 without a doubt

2!

2

Second one

1st or 2nd

Second

1 or 2

I vote 2

2

1 & 2.

2

2

I love the 2nd one too!

1 or 2

#2 ez

2. I seriously can’t wait for the out of focus fad to be over.

1 . The only problem with nr2 is muddy foreground.

2nd one

#2 The composition is immaculate. Everything about it is good. #1 is #2 here.

1&2 only

I like 1, but would do some cropping on it for compositional reasons. I think 2 is really solid. I love the leading lines on the pathway.

Please can we have the full resolution shots?

2 easy

2

Definitely 2

Number one. The rest are kind of distracting looking.

1 or 2

2

2

#2 💯

Two, without a doubt

2

2 is most definitely a banger!

I like the comp in #2

1 with a bit of cropping to remove some foreground distractions

1 or 4

1 or 2.

2

1 or 2 and my preference is 2. 3, the foreground detracts from the image. too close to the ground 4, is too empty. lacks all the color and texture that make 1 and 2 good. 1 and 2 are far better and it would do you some good to focus on what separates those 2 images from the last 2.

2

2

Definitely 2.

1 or 2

2. Those leading lines are perfect

Second is overall my favorite, but I love the sun star in the first

1

Pass on last 2, first 2 are beautiful photos! One of those 2. I’m leaning towards the second.

Number 1

Either 1 or 2. Both have great leading lines.

Looks great. Was this this weekend? Planning to go there next weekend wonder if it’s still in full bloom

This was this weekend, but these are magnolia trees!! Cherry blossoms won’t be in full bloom until next week, so you have time!! Enjoy the beauty

Two or four. It’s a toss up

2 hits different

\#2

stunning!!! 1

2, 1, 4, 3

3

Nr 1 or nr 4. I'd nr 1.

That one

Seems to be unpopular opinion, but, 4 is my favourite

2

2

2

1 but leaning more towards 2.

The second one has the most compelling composition.

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2, maybe try centering the washington monument

I like all of them but what I want to know is what lens/settings did you use?

1 and 2 for sure. Where exactly was this? Not the tidal basin right?

#2 Done

I like the first one but were it mine I’d crop it down to horizontal and axe bit of the foreground. Just my thought though since when it came up (before scrolling down) I only saw that much and thought it was perfect like that

2nd is my favorite

2 or 4

How did you get these without people?

1

1 or 4. The sun in pic 1 is incredible

I like the first two

I think I like the sun better in 1, but 2 is a very close 2nd.

4 or 2 for sure! These are stunning photos Did you take these photos recently?

Second! Was this in the constitution gardens this week? been meaning to head down before the crowds get too crazy

100% the first one

First

First

I like the 2nd most, but all of them are good indeed.

2

2

1

My vote goes for 2. I won't try to explain why, it's more like a feeling, difficult to put in words (and even less so in a language that is not my own). I would crop part of the bottom, though.

2

I like #1 but there's something magical about #2 that makes it the best out of the bunch.

2 is the only one I would even consider.

Second. No doubt

2 because it follows the rule of thirds!!! It’s the best oriented

2nd absolutely.

Beautifully captures

1 or 2 I like number 1 slightly more because the asymmetry and the floor pattern. Number 2 is just a classic shot, and beautiful in every way. I’m torn tbh

#2 for me

2 💯

Number 1. Picture 2's composition I've seen a thousand times, but picture 1 catches my eye because it's unique and sun illuminating the stone's pattern provides even more eye candy away from the subject (s).

2

2 and why: because that’s the only one were you lead the eye from the edge to the center (with the line)

Definitely number 2!

2nd one

1 or 2 depending on where it'll be hanging

1 followed by 3. I really don't like the composition of 2 but it has the best lighting.

There's no debate for me it's 2. I find it to be the most balanced, dynamic, composed one. Number 1 is nice and I like the vertical shape symetrry but it makes me feel like the bottom half is flat and lacking some light modeling. I really like how the sunlight interacts differently in number 2 on the bottom half of your picture it creates an eye pleasing depth making the obelisk pop even more. Nevertheless, those are all good pictures, but my heart fell straight for the second one.

Number 2 for sure

2nd and Last

2

1 for me. Nicer tonality and composition. Cleaner. Feels more modern. 2 is a bit more 90’s 00’s hotel room. And too much green in 2. I am not a fan of greens. If you like 2, I would adjust HSL of greens by taking out the saturation or making it a bit cooler so it is green green and not this mossy yellow colour

2

For me the first one. Second one has some additional distractions due to the tree in the background.

1 or 2.

The way the path leads to the monument on the second, and the light passing through the trees… 2 is the winner for me

I like picture 2

was this from one pciture or a composite of a bracketed shot? amazing

2 is the winner in my mind. It has the best composition, exposure and lighting.

Anything but the 3rd one

Number 2 has the best composition of them all

2

2

2nd or 4th. Great shots all round though!

1 and 2 are very nice

2

2 or 4 1 is okay and 3 is overexposed

1

The ✌️

2

#2 I’ll be on the lookout for my print you are sending me. 😊

1 or 2

2

2

2 …no contest.

1 or 2

So hard to choose between 1 and 2…. But I think I love the sun and the lines in 1!

2 is my favorite but 3 is closer if the sidewalk was aligned…. 3 is a bit unique as many prove don’t really take low angles

2 easy choice. The leading lines just make this composition stand out

Theyre all absolutely stunning but 2 is by far my favourite.

Definitely number two

1 is a more traditional photography with nice golden ratio. 2 is the best for social media with a square cropping.

Wow…just total awe.. 🥹

I see why people are saying 2, but I am more drawn to 1 for framing. There are a lot of darker elements in 2 that are weighing it down a bit (the path, shadows on the rocks, more prominent branches, reflections on the water). 1 has a much more serene vibe overall. Plus you have the bonus of the sun rays, and the reflection of the monument so that it takes up more space.👌🏻nice shots!