Excellent image Shiv - pattern of tadpoles in brighter region and its curved tails along with beautiful tone makes it very arty - may be a good candidate to see it on a slightly smoother photo rag papers. Couple of things might enhance the image further. The region on left appears a bit sharper than the region on right. You may want to try keeping it a little bit softer. Also, I am *not sure* whether cropping the darker tadpole bunch on the right might further add.
Agree with you on all the rest of the thoughts you had on the meeting - it was great to see our friends and interact !