Congratulations on your first entry.
IMO this is a great shot of a much-loved and much-used playground toy.
I like the angle, composition, and lighting on this. I think the subject is challenging because you can't move it - your only option is to move the camera. I find the sidewalk cutting through the shot in the background distracting. If shooting from the other side would give a more uniform background, I think that would be better.
I would say do not be discouraged with your score.
What you entered may not be what people are seeing as they vote. For example, on my laptop, if the screen is vertical, the tucan's head is all-white and almost blown out, and the contrast in the shot is very low. However, if I tilt the screen back a bit, the picture has a great deal more contrast, and you can see the paint line and different shades on the tucan's head. What I'm saying is that some of your low votes may be a result of the voters' displays, and not a true reflection on your shot. For me, I would probably vote one point higher if I'd seen the shot with the monitor back a bit instead of in the vertical position.
I like your vision and eye, and am looking forward to seeing your next entry!
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