cloned out background leaf and countertop edge, and odd area on leaf
duplicate layer
shadows/highlights (s-1% h-33%)
desat
erased flowerette from this layer
blurred area around leaf
merged layers
added border
selective color - bumped up black in neutral and blaxk bumped down black in whites
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I gave this a 7 in challenge. I liked the light and the B&W tones. I like the placement of the color. I think you got hit for such little color being in the image...I think it works very well. If you are happy with it I wouldn't change a thing.
When I look at this I feel I want more. Like that tiny little speck of color is a big tease. :) Technically this is within the spirit of the challenge and everything, but the subject selected doesn't lend itself well for selective desat IMO. It's also possible that I could be missing the point of the exercise. :P Good luck to you in the challenge.
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