I think the key to #1 are the converging lines; that really works well here. Instead of clutter, the power lines are a part of image. That's truly amazing work. Seriously... that's amazing.
I dig #2 also for the pose; it's unique. Great lines again - the bench rolls off the lower left corner and her legs roll off the lower right corner, showing how artistic effect can trump a rule (no clipping at a joint). I suppose instead of raccoon eyes a different way to approach the look would be to provide better lighting and use make-up for the effect, but then you'd lose all the shadow that gives depth to the image. The image is amazing as-is. Thanks for sharing; I really learned something from these photographs.