First bloom of the season

This orchid bloom was shot against a gray wall with a low-tech Canon

Powershot SX 120 IS with zoom on a tripod. The only manipulation was

in Photoshop to erase an ugly bamboo tutor stake supporting the stem.

As a beginner, I would appreciate any comments on the composition and

final outcome.

Nice composition. The upper petal is however out of focus.

ben,  to me the offending petal,  is irrelevant to the integrity of your image.  i like your image mainly because everything has been kept so simple.  lovely work!

The fact that you label this image as "low tech" doesn't diminish its impact or quality.  Outstanding . . .