Logo Critique Please!

[smseeley]

I am thinking of rebranding myself since I will be moving to a different state soon. Right now I am "Seeley Photography." I'm thinking of changing it to "Passion for Light." What do you all think? Does it sound dumb? I've come up with a few logos and would like some feedback. Thanks!!

Old Logo:





New Logo:

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[Lexie]

I really like the first one the best! So, I vote for no change.

[CaptainTom]

I like the first (original) the best and if you decide to change I like #2

[glchism]

The first one is really nice. Do you specialize in wedding photography? That was my first thought when I saw it.

[glchism]

Sorry for the dumb question. I just viewed your profile and website.

[iwatb]

Out of the new ones I like #1.

[toverman]

I like the direction of "Passion for Light," but out of context, is it something non-photographers are going to connect with and understand immediately? Or will you get calls from people looking for chandeliers and table lamps? That's a question to ask yourself, because I'm not sure.

My gut reaction is to not change, or maybe refine your new direction before taking the leap. I think your logo ideas look fine either way.

[smseeley]

Thanks everyone! You just confirmed what my husband is telling me. He wants me to stick with the original name. I went ahead and bought the domain "passion for light" just in case I change my mind later.

[toverman]

You could use "passion for light" as a tagline or slogan and use the domain to mirror your other site. That way you'd be covered no matter how people identify with you. Or not.