Draughts

The texture of the board sets a great feel for this photo. I like the blur of the red and how the eye is first focused to the center and the three black pieces. Once you see this then you realize there is great texture even thru the blurred sections. I also like the fact you blurred some of the black pieces as well. You also notice a curve to the board in the way you shot this. The one and only thing I would say against this is in the distance, the area beyond the board. Would it change the picture incredibly if it was taken out. Otherwise it is done very well.