Hi Anna! Personally, I prefer the second one. The strong tonal contrast between the hand and the light background instantly catches the eye, creating a great interplay between negative and positive space. Plus, the dynamic gesture and moving liquid make the scene feel unusual...
From a designer's perspective, "Option 2" is much more visually cohesive and eye-pleasing. The composition lacks abrupt contrast, creating a seamless, fluid look that avoids any visual jarring or color shock. While "Option 1" has a strong concept, the execution on the hand feels...
The water splash shot on the right has more movement and would stop a scroll faster than the flat lay. The 80% split makes sense for a carousel cover specifically, though the flat lay might work better as a slide further in once you already have their attention.
One is cool and precise: brushed steel tin on a blue plinth, a lit circle behind it, white pellets suspended in a slow arc under one hard beam.
The other is loud and playful: translucent pink case shaped like the fruit, lime green set with an arched recess, seeded cubes tumbling around it in flat bright light.