Nicely graphic. Looking over my votes for previous challenges, I notice I've always given your entries higher than average votes including this one. You have a good eye for a pleasing composition.
Nice perspective, and an interesting DOF. I also like the light gradient you achieved behind the pencil holder.(and across the bottom of the cup) I may have tried the pencil the other way.
Very nice use of DOF. Love the crop as well. Some might suggest for it to be tighter on the ride side but I believe it shows just enough shadow to "fill" the frame. Nice job.
This is an interesting photo. The out-of-focus eraser right in your face really has an impact. I'm not sure if I like the impact or not though. The patterns in the wire barrel and their corresponding shadows are nice.
I like this image, even though the imediate forground is out of focus. There is something captivating about the shapes in this image. Composed and balanced very nicely.
A good idea, well executed. The latticework of the basket is almost overwhelming. Good use of colour, too; with the splash of red at the end of the pencil.