Mt First Attempt at Sharpening

My first attempt at cruves and sharpening. What do you think for my first time?

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Are there two phases of sharpening? I think I see a broad sharpen as well as a fine sharpen.

At first glance, very good!

I'm no expert, just learning myself but it looks good.

On a down side the first thing I see with this photo is the little boy sticking his finger up.

I tried it again. I think it looks better this time.

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I think the kids is flipping me the bird.

Seriously though, you may consider posting the original and the final for comparison, with a 100% crop.
Kirk