single photos silvery locks

I like the arrangement of the object, but the execution of the shot not so much. the branch in front is very distracting, and maybe shading it from the direct sunlight will help to get rid of the glittery and plastic look of the strings. I have the same problems shooting it. Regards.

Derek- thanks for your time- it was meant as an image to show the stage of these elegant seed pods after being exposed to the ravages of winter and snow-

the title was supposed to be a play on "goldie locks" - not very obvious, I know.