I know this will bomb again - never mind - experimenting will do that, especially with a last minute scurried entry. Hard challenge to shoot for - should have been a diptych.
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Interesting use of grain. I'm not sure what it adds though -- almost looks like you were trying to cover something up with it. Otherwise, I like this -- especially the pastel tones.
I don't imagine too many people would agree, but I really like the how the grittyness of the noise works against the soft, smooth tones of this shot (especially the background). I think it only has a weak connection to the challenge theme, however.