[Will Enns]

Oana,

I always glance at the image before reading the text. My first response upon seeing the closeup was, 'nicely done!' Then I saw the whole picture and it piqued my curiosity. It would keep me looking longer than an image where the message belted me between the eyes like a sledge hammer. Realistically, can you expect more than this?

I find the message subtle, but not too subtle. But some people will not, cannot ever recieve such a message, because they are tuned to a different station. But someone who is in tune with you will look for, and find a message. How that message is interpreted will be influenced by the experiences the viewer brings with him.

Your choice of title, and whether it's displayed with the image, will also have an impact on how often your message gets through.

I think it would be a mistake to add complexity to the background.

I find the painting very successful, but what do I know? Only that I like it, and that's all I need to know. I say, put your doubts away.