Wow this is really great, different and so well done.

Thank you so much! I am kind of testing the waters with this kind of work. Hoping for a lot of feedback and help.

There is a little bit of a "halo" around the pull tab, but the aluminum texture is fantastic!

Yes i see it and like it but i would really like any advise as to how to get rid of it in processing. I have a farm shot that is in color but has the same issue. Any help is greatly appreciated that does not involve ps so it is legal in these contests. Thank you.

what program are you using?

Photomatix

Author - perhaps you can try the 'strength' slider and drop it down to where the halos disappear. That's the only thing I can think of - like the alumiium texture too.

I will try that! Thank you

Interesting way the reflection on the bottom right makes the edge of the can seem to disappear...

Nice, perhaps a little over-saturated.

That it was, friiski. Yellow was glaring! I did try to make amends. Thanks.

great shot

Great! Lovely lighting!