Thanks for your comments,I didn't actually plan to add this effect, but was playing about with Photoshop and got this result, I think it came out really well . I don't have the Orignal with me but will put it up when I get the chance, I also made a negative copy of this image and I still haven't decided which one I like!
I like the composition...but I think I'd like it without the brush effect (maybe...I'd have to see it though). Just out of curiosity, what made you want to do a brush effect for this particular photo (aside from the fact that Photoshop is fun!)?