This particular picture is a favorite and has been edited many times.  After researching information on "sharpening" the gourds now POP off of the page.  Every professional attains a level of knowledge then gets comfortable, many are satisfied with their knowledge base.  For some, there are always new things to learn, one opinion or tip, whether camera settings or editing software skills, that can lead to a whole new archive of photographs.  "Gourds" is far from perfect, however it is beginning to get the "feel" that the eye and heart felt the day it was taken.  Gnarls on the gourds are starting to stand out as they did on the actual gourds, deep oranges and dark greens are anchoring the bright yellows and splashes of white in the stems.  This picture, when finished must get the viewer to feel autumn!