Don't put yourself down bro. Even though you are newer to GFX doesn't mean you suck. Just means your not experianced. Everyone starts out right thar. 1st sig: The effects in the bg look a bit muddy and undefined. Try to create a bg with more meaning. Like don't just brush a grungy bg and put a render on top. I used to do the same thing. Also, notice how there's light and shadows on Chief? Try to add a light source. Look up some tuts on how to do this. The tut section here is awesome. ^_^ 2nd: Good blending for a beginner in this one. ^_^ Getting more of the idea with this tag. Looks more appealing. ^_^ Colors. Focus on your coloring. I know there's that color blue on him but using just one color for the bg can make it look bland. Look up some tuts on DeviantART and here at GR and I'm sure you'll get a lot better. ^_^ Good luck and great start mate, keep it up.