Which picture of my doodle should I paint?

[Discussing Labradoodles & Goldendoodles]

My neighbor, a master artist, is giving a class this summer called How to Paint Your Pet, and I've signed up. I'm excited and intimidated by the thought of tackling Sidiqi's curly fur. (My neighbor says no experience is necessary, so if anyone in Central Texas wants to sign up, let me know.) I took some photos today to see if I could come up with a good one to paint. The differences are very subtle, I know, but I'm interested in everyone's opinion. Which one should I paint?

[Mommy2Max]

I like picture #1

[Jeannine]

About that,,,

[Linda,Yankee & Finn]

Definitely this one with the head tilt.

[Jeannine]

If you decide for one or both of this cropped image, send me the original in high resolution and my husband will work them in Photoshop and send them back to you. He is a Graphic Designer and Photograph.

[Kyoko]

Oh, the cropped ones are really nice!

[sandy b]

I like #1.

[Jeannine]

Why not doing both!!!

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

I love the expression in number 1 and the background in number 4. Have fun!

[HANNAH 8/2/07 & HONEY 7/2/08]

I really like pictures 1 and 3, mostly 3 because your pup seems happier in pic 3....but try and loose the fence and house behind him in any pic, maybe just continue with the garden flowers behind.

[Debbie and Thomas]

# 1 would probably be easier to paint. Like I know??? LOL But #2 shows that cute doodle tongue-so that is my fav.

[Amy Horowitz]

I like the second one.