nyc skyscape

newb here, CC welcome
first one i did some pp in LR with the sliders
the 2nd is hdr using 3 dif exposures, first time hdr.
any tips/comments/advice is welcome. just started a few months ago

#2 is pretty good since it's not overcooked and it replicates more of what your eyes saw. I'm not crazy about that closest support structure.

Cool, Good shot I especially like the HDR version it gives it mood.

I like the second the better, because in the first, imo there is a little too much glare in the sky and water.
The HDR really makes it's effect come out good here

I like the idea. But I think the pieces of wood are a little too distracting. There is just too many things that pull my eye away from the view of the city. I would of tried to do a panoramic pic. Maybe at night with long exposure?