Great idea and good execution. The post processing or lack there of holds this back a bit, IMO. I'd suggest sharpening it some more as well as boosting the overal contrast and local contast. I'd also suggest dodging and burning a bit particularly the edges which are already vignette-like. That would help drive the focus more towards the guy's face. Anyway, just thoughts. Good luck!
this is an excellent shot ......... have you taken it from inside a fridge or cupboard or something? ..... if you have then its not only a great shot but i imagine that it would've been difficult to achieve as well ... i love the colours and the expression ... and that capsicum or pepper or wotever you'd call it really sets it all off ......... =9