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hi, i take issue with the focus. When i looked at the shot, my eye was immediately drawn to the man, and seeing him out of focus brought the shot down for me.

thank you for responding to my requests... i had given up... let us see what others (if any!) feel... i'll just say the focus (or defocus) is deliberate, not an error... 

Hi,

Thanks for your comments on some of my shots also :) I was going to write yesterday that this shot definately grew on me the more I looked at it, but decided just to mention my first reactions. I Think what sets it apart is that its quite clearly not a misfocus, as the focus on the plants is tack sharp. I can see why you put it up for critique, would love to know what other people think.