This read real dark on my computer at work. I reopened it in Camera Raw and increased the exposure and fill light then added a layer of Color Curves adjustment and increased the midtones. I think it more palatable now.
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Interesting choice in the BG, at first I didn't like it much but after a while it kinda grew on me. The FG lily is taking the interest with its darker petals/shadows--another interesting choice. Good for you.
I haven't awarded a Gilded Lily in a while. Please accept this one from me as a token of my admiring appreciation for your work on this comp.
Simply beautiful! Great lighting and well arranged. his would've probably done very well in the Orange challenge. I would've preferred a little more breathing space all around the flowers.