Too Dark Dickens?

[NeverEnoughTime]

Originally Posted by flytyer57

In this second image, all I can think about is the wax dripping all over the book shelf. I'd hold the candle straight and use a longer exposure to see what the candle is lighting.

LOL, thanks flytyer57 - You are absolutely right, I actually needed to lay paper down to catch the dripping wax. You have made me realise my laziness as the books are on a bottom shelf so I couldn't hold the candle stick upright. I will put in more effort and post anew in the near future.

For the lighting, I aimed for the title 'Hard Times' to stand out of the darkness - with that aspect I am fairly happy although my post to the weekly assignment has picked out just the books' gold trimming. Hopefully you will let me know what you think?

"Monochrome Color" Jan. 18 - Feb. 1, 2012