I like the first one as is.
I'd probably crop the second into portrait format.
I like the first one as is.
I'd probably crop the second into portrait format.
Oddly, I am the opposite. I think the 2nd one looks much cleaner and gives a good impression of space so I would leave it as is.
I'd leave both well alone. They're perfik.
I think the space is essential to put the performer into context and to properly show the level of risk they are taking.