Hi corneliuswan,
I understand that you are attempting to convey a message of "hope". Unfortunately, this image isn't strong enough to get the idea across.
I'm thinking along the lines of a small plant in the barren desert sands, or a small plant in dry & cracked earth...
It's good that you have realized the concept of "using a picture to tell a story" as an art form. Nonetheless, there is much to be desired in the manner of delivering the missive.
In general, pictures have to possess good composition. Colour, B&W, sharpness, grain, lighting, etc... can be left to your imagination, but they have to be consistent with the theme of the picture.
Concept is there, but you need to work on the other factors. Don't give up..... try to get ideas and inspiration from magazines, books, gallaries on ClubSnap.....shoot, shoot, shoot...after all, "film" on digital is free :bsmilie:
Bernard