You know Jimmy, before I posted this I ask a friend for an opinion with and with out the frame because I too saw it was a bit loud. Some how with out a frame it looked sort of detached. I suspect a very thin black edge would have fixed that. Partly it is because I finally learned some techniques for making frames and now I get carried away. Just can not stand not to use that new skill. lol. Thanks so much for the constructive comment. Del.
Del, this is really a great shot. The subject, composition, texture and colors are wonderful. I do find that the border distracts me from the photo. A photo this good doesn't need a showy frame. Of course, this is just mr personal taste.