This is really a great idea. I think it would have been even more effective with a slightly different composition, and a little color- maybe just the blossoms still in color. Good photo. 7.
I am making two passes on this Challenge. I will vote on your photo then return later(before voting is over) to comment on what I like and dislike about your shot. You can take the comments however you wish and I will try not to be mean. Just don't take it the wrong way.
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Nice tones in this image. I would love to see it in color.
Loved the scene! Seems a little hard to focus on the background - it may be because of the desaturated color - a hint of color may have done a world of good for me! Excellent job - one of my top picks anyway!