This shot was taken at Newport, RI. I know it probably would not score any high at all, but I just want to submit to this challenge.
Applied rotation, levels and sharpen.
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Thanks all for your votes and comments, the final score as expected was appropriate for this shot, it's amazing how much one could learn by submitting to these contests and comparing to the winning shots.
The composition and focus could move down and pick the shoes out better, maybe a shortter DOF. They're taking a back seat here, especially considering the striking pose of the little girl.
Interesting picture with an equally interesting idea. The colors are nice, and I like the lighting. But the title and the picture (to me) seems like it's not really focused on the shoes. But nice job.