Neat Image is allowed in the basic editing rules - re-read the rules
Filters: The use of filters (or non-Photoshop equivalent) is strictly limited. Any filter or stand-alone utility designed and used to preserve the integrity of the image and/or reduce the effects of noise, scratches, etc, are permitted. These include but are not limited to the Sharpen, Unsharp Mask, and Dust & Scratches filters, and standalone image cleanup utilities such as NeatImage
I really like the composition. It makes a beautiful image. However, I do think that DOF is falling a wee bit short here. Maybe it's the actual focus point. But the way it's now, the sharpest area of the image doesn't look like that's what I should be looking at.
Overall, I think it's a very good image. All the best.
Not much of that snail is actually in focus. Good concept, but I'd like to see the shell and the antlers all in focus. One antler is just not enough, IMO.