Not entirely sure you could class these as brances, but it's a nice portrait nontheless. Since you've probably been hammered by the DNMC's already, I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and give it an 8.
Why do I keep looking to see her right eye.
This is such a great image, but the fact that 1 eye's covered by her hair bothers me. Otherwise a beautiful sharpness, lovely fresh colours which makes this an *8* to me.
Overall a pretty good shot. I have a feeling some of the more literal voters voters may be dinging you on the girl being the main subject, but you can't please everyone :) Anyway, subject's eyes are nice and sharp, and good detail. 6
GOOD idea! It's a bit freaky that we can't see her right eye, though... That white with no iris... I dunno... It's not working for me. (not voting, though)