How did you get such a beautiful clean sketch?? I would be interested in knowing how you did this if you wouldn't mind PM'ing me, it really turned out beautiful. I'm sure you use a program more advanced than I have though.
I love the diagonal space you used and your shadows are lovely and so natural looking. The B&W photo and the darker ellies with the splash of color is really pretty. Very interesting and creative page, congrats on the BB nomination, good luck!