I like it
Nice image and composition. As for 2 I think a eyesore is a good description.
I really like #1, though #2 not so much.
#1. The narrow zone of focus does it for me.
#1:
Good composition, nice mood, very interesting DOF.
Great work!
First one is very nice; second one is a bit disturbing, as you have told
I find #1's objective has been achieved. The yellow guy? I think it is the colour that is the matter there but I see what you mean...
Very nice capture of the gull. I particularly like the depth of field on the mooring pylons. The "seated yellow man" work of art doesn't appeal to me. His head looks disproportionately small compared to the girth of his body.