Do I like the border? No, not really. Do I like the image? Yes! I think it's incredibly creative and very well executed. The lighting and colors are wonderful, and the lens distortion is playful.
I don't currently do portraits, but I'm starting to feel a draw to them. I'm doing some family portraits soon for some friends, and have a wedding for a friend coming up in July. Photos like this are a true inspiration in creativity. For years I've known that the best photos of kids are down at their level, and this is an excellent reminder of that.