Now that is one important strawberry! It certainly takes the stage here. Neg space implies that NOTHING is as important as this either in the image or in the strawberry's world.
9. This shot is very well executed. I can see this as the most marketable of all the entries. Of course it is therefore lacking on the creative side, but that's the price you pay for fame and money! Seriously though, this is beatifully composed. The time you put into the lighting is very evident and well done. Definetely make this a print if possible. Good luck in the challenge.
A lovely shot. The pink tinge of the light works better than pure white would have, almost as if the light is coming from the strawberry itself. Which I hope was delicious. (by the way, I too am of sweetish [and swedish] descent) :)