Hmmm...just a gut reaction to it, I think it may be too "clean". I think it needs a little grittyness and shadowplay for the kind of mood I think this type of photo requires. That make sense? I also think the candlelight is a little too hot (whiteness wise). It looks like it's probably a full 255-255-255 white. Since I do a lot of available light photography (99%) I tend to try to stay way from a full "255-white" when I can, especially when I am playing with shadows or dark background. It seems to overpower the rest of the image. What kind of shot were you going for? For a more ominous look, I'd try raising the statues up a bit so that they are more bottom lit by the candles. -=>Donald