Need help deciding? 3D version or Original?

[greenterra]

I haven't done any 3D Artwork for some time now but I recently got the urge. The problem I now face is I was going to get the original rendition(the 2nd image shown) printed as a Metal print. Since creating the 3D version, I am now undecided on which one to do? The Metal Print I am after will be atleast 45" wide and will cost me over $500 to my door from the pros down south so you can see why I want to make sure the image on my wall is the one that has the most impact on people in general. My better half likes the original but I am leaning to the 3D version. What do you guys think?

 

[xander]

i prefer the first one, looks more natural

 

[nutty]

Nice work Brent,

 

[the solitaire]

I personally prefer the black background.

The stacked shadow on layer on shadow on layer of the 1st approach looks interesting and eye catching at first but after looking at it 2 or 3 more times it starts looking gimmicky to me.

The black background, maybe even with a matte brushed aluminum border would look more like an instant classic

 

[greenterra]

Here's the results. I am very pleased with it and will not hesitate to have more prints done on metal in the future. These shots don't do any justice at all to show how much detail is in the final product but
it is just as good as a high end paper print only without the need to be backed or framed. Easy to clean, easy to hang and overall has a great look and feel to it.

A little MFK love and R1 Ridah support in this one.

And how it looks by night.

 

[the solitaire]

Awesome print!

I also like your dining table

 

[AQUASAUR]

Nice work, Brent!

 

[greenterra]

Awesome print!

I also like your dining table

Haha...just need to get some chairs..:-D

Nice work, Brent!

Thanks Hristo.