Why does this have quality issues?

[khokoro26326354bluv]

Hey,the attached picture was rejected for "quality issues". I'd like to get your insights on what issues you see and whether you think it's worth trying to edit and re-submit it. Thanks!

[Jill_C]

Noise in the background and a blownout spot in the icing. You can probably reduce the noise, but that blownout spot may not be recoverable.

[LAWRENCEcanDRAW]

In addition to @Jill_C's comments, I can see a white scratch on the brown 'straw' and another lighter white scratch in the background next the the end of the other brown straw. You can clean them up quickly in Photoshop and resubmit. 

[jacquelingphoto2017]

Hi @khokoro26326354bluv ,

The photo is noisy and not in sharp focus with a composition that needs improvement.

You should either zoom in more on the cinnamon or include the whole cake.

This blotch should not be there. 

Observe the lack of sharpness and the noise grains.

You need to zoom in on your photos to look for issues before uploading. 

Best wishes

Jacquelin

[Abambo]

The noise needs to be addressed, and you need to edit out some blemishes:

In addition, you need to address these defects: