Definately childhood. I like how you have added the hat and glasses into the photo to make it be not JUST a photo of books. Very clever. nice choice of books also. setup, lighting and focus are great. I love how the books fill the entire photo. Great shot and good luck in the challenge.
Good idea. (being stratight forward - NOT to offend) - Although I can appreciate the time and effort, there is something not quite right. I think a different angle would help and different lighting. It's too flat, that is, not enough definition of the forms. Just my opinion, still good work. 5 Ruthann
IM sorry but the flowers and the basket look bad in the picture... I would have taken them out and possibly added another book. of course this is my opinion...good lighting though not to get any reflections....