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It may be pretty, even chocolate box, but it's still a lovely, tranquil scene. I prefer the overall balance of the lead, with the elements combining into more than the sum of their parts, whereas the vertical crops, while more dynamic, shifts the emphasis onto the blossom and towpath. Both are a joy to see.

Quote:The version is a classic composition. The lead is more relaxed and includes the viewer in the the scene.
Quote:I find the landscape format more relaxing, whereas the portrait is more dynamic.
Thanks for some useful comments, which have crystalised how I see this. The version will get its own upload some time.
Thanks everyone and special thanks to Ian, Jeff, Alan, Dave, Diane and Dave 2 for their UAs.