single photos black swallowtail and zinnia lunch

I love the color scheme and subject matter! Beautiful composition.

 

Something about the bokeh, though, bothers me.

The apparent crosshatching of the blurred light yellow stalks, is offputting to me. Maybe it's too distracting? Draws my eyes too much?

Phil- I see what you're saying, although, I hadn't noticed it till you pointed it out. Maybe a tighter crop would have eliminated that, or, of course could be blurred and blended more- thanks for your input.