JaRRell,
I personaly like the first set of clouds. They are distinct, and very depictive of natural cloud formations. Though you prefer soft edges, in a backdrop sense, creating the presense of clouds can be favored by the scene. I would have to say, that of your trials, use your techniques of cloud painting, to accomodate the scene. You have an artistic hand. I could replicate your spray can clouds, but could not replicate your hand painted ones! [2c]
Jeremy