photography 2009 Crusader

I need some opinions on this. Does the back drop look too busy? I do have

a couple more objects that I want to add. Could use some input. Thanks

p.s. Yes, I wanted it to be a little dark.

nicely done

I think the back drop makes the image. Dark is good for this, only thing I might do different is to light the candle.

I like this. ...better than "Tribute to the fallen." I would have lit the candle, too. I like the way the sword handle matches the candle stand. I also like the reflection in the sword blade. I feel calm when I see this.