the shallow DOF works well. bright colors give a vibrant feeling. The border does not take away from the image but I don't think it adds. top 10 probably
Oh my - this looks like one of those heat sensor pictures! I'm amazed at how you managed those colours in a negative. Highly effective though and good composition, although I'm not keen on the white halo-ing effect around some of the flower heads.
"WOW", another magical image, that looks like a painting on silk..... I really love this, and hope it is a ribbon winner..... It is now also a favorite as well.....