despair? yup. looks pretty sad to me. The reflection of the shades in the vase is great. I like how it brings the background into the main subject. makes it all fit together without looking cluttered at all. the color and lighting is great. focus and clarity are also good. The angle and framing/cropping are good as well. overall a really nicely done shot. congrats and good luck in the challenge.
I like this. Great composition. Lovely colours and the lighting is perfect. Your thin blue and then the black border is very good. Well done and good luck! High score is coming.