** Greetings from the Critique Club **
The subject itself is not highly interesting. When shooting a still object that does not have an excitement about it, correct exposure and post-processing is a must. The highlights in this image are blown out. Preferrably, the exposure would be corrected before the shot, but when it happens after the fact, you need to use the burn tool to attempt to remedy the problem areas. Another possibility would have been to convert the image to a sepia tone or B&W. The nail could have been used to your advantage by extra fill light or by post-process dodging.
- Linda |