I really like how you worded this.
Usually your subject dictates if the photo should be in color or black and white.
It's so true. When I am asked if I like a photo in color or b&w.....I really do consider the emotion and story I am looking at. Sometimes the colors block the emotion because my eye will be drawn to a certain color - a little confusion maybe.
For example in the photo with the sunset and the girl at the brick wall - in black and white the focus is on her - what is she looking at , but in color my eye is drawn to the setting sun and the colors behind the white bag she is carrying.
I enjoy your photos......the black and white edits are striking.
My favorite photo? The last one. Why? I think you shot one similar before and I like the closeness and intimacy the couple is sharing.
Thanks for sharing and teaching !
Really nice observation about the girl and the sunset. In B&W eyes automatically go to her, while in the color version one just has to look at that beautiful sunset. I think both photos work fine and just tell a different story.
The last photo is posted before, I'm so happy you have recognized it! It's one of my favorite photos I took. :)