If this were a regular image with normal colors it's just a nice shot. But as he has the image now - if it were mount on a wall people would be drawn to it. It's eye catching. It's the amazing part of HDR where you can take what might be a decent or good photograph and turn it into something memorable - something worth talking about. Sure, many "photographers" (i use the term loosely) may not like it at all. But most who know nothing about photography or taking pictures will likely find it unique and pleasing to look at.
