Ooooo! I like this one better! The color really stands out. Looks like I gave you a 7 during the challenge, but I don't comment much anymore. Looking at it again, on closer inspection, I'd give it a 9! Great work.
Hey Sue, while this is a wonderful photograph, with great DOF and the selective desaturation is fantastic, I like the Lady in Waiting shot for your Masks entry better. I think the natural colour of her hair and her beautiful green eyes shine and are an integral part of the photo. Not to mention her skin tones are almost the same as the mask and blend the photograph to perfection. You have a fantastic eye and a wonderful talent for photography. I look forward to meeting you and your husband I'm sure the meeting will further my love for photography. All the best with this shot.