I don't know why, but I like this kind of things. I think there is a lack of something though. Maybe it would be more attractive if you make a series of "weird and graphical things". It would appeared less empty.
For the grainy issue, try the Neat Image software ;-) .
Haha, Fruitraiser . I like this shot. The reflections in the bottom right and lefthand corner are a bit distracting. Also, it also looks very 2d... it almost looks like the apple (or whatever it is) is a magazine cutout hovering over the bowl. I think a bit of soft side light would give it a better sense of depth and would probably get rid of those reflections ( I think?). Great idea, though.
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IMO, its a good shot, but theres alot of wasted space, i also dont like the right about angle very much tho, your on a good track to really nice lookin studio type shots, maybe a different background and other props to add texture and what not would really make this look superb. but thats just MO