Sunset photo taken at Snowshoe WV.

this is the same pic cropped and with the trees removed....does it

change the photo?

Oh yea, I think that's much better. Not sure about moving the horizon line as I like the balance here but do agree that a smaller aperture would have improved the pic by creating more of a starburst effect. Overall though, I think it's one of the best in your portfolio. Good work.

This one in my opinion works much better. I definitely like the horizon down low like you have it now. There is more emphasis on the clouds and the color which is what this image is all about. This version is very nice!