Wow! I'm new to scrapbooking, so I don't really have any professional comments -- all I know is that this LO really grabbed my attention! It looks stunning. The exposure on the candles is perfect to create that warm soft glow, and your color scheme blends in perfectly.
Brushes are an area I have difficulty getting a feel for in my layouts. I never seem to know what shape to use, where to put them, or how many is too many. On this LO, though, every brushstroke looks like it belongs there, encouraging the eyes to wander about the page and soak in all the little details. Great job!