Tom, thank you very much for the comment. I still haven't viewed a cropped version, but I definately see where you're coming from. I think the idea of the path and the end of the path would also be changed greatly. Nice comment, thanks. Curtis
Curtis, I disagree with removing the door, because that would create an abstract object only. My eye goes to the door and then follows the diagonal line of the stairs.
Nice experiment Curtis, still, I would remove the door ; it is too bright and too distracting imho. I think the light on the wood would suffice to give the idea of exit/light/door.