To HDR or not to HDR

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I have been chasing the light for this shot!!! Which one works better? or do I need to go back to rework HDR version?

I really like Image 1! It's looks brilliant!! :highfive: Well done on the HDR.

I love the HDR treatment on shot one....it's subtle enough yet it makes the wheat in the front "pop"... :)

I agree, the HDR is not over the top and works for me here. Perhaps some slight leveling might also help.

Thanks for all of the comments. This is my third attempt *LOL*. I'll take the leveling advice. Thanks Marko.
Do you know that wheat makes you itchy *L* At least it does for me !!!

Thanks again for taking time to comment:)

I love the first one but also really like the second. However the first one captures a lovely mood and I like how the wheat pops.

I agree about the levels, I thought about that myself but liked it how it was. will only need a touch change of levels, not much at all.

I Like the hdr version also. Agree with the levels.

I'd also adjust the white balance a little on the lower wheat section. But that's just me :)

I like the first one too.

It's a great shot! Nice job!