We all have some less attractive pictures from the past, don't we, Randall?
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Your creation is very original and good looking. I'd have to agree with Sdot (your picture is cute, you have a pretty face ) That your style is pretty much like Jib's. Copying is not taking exact graphic content but taking the idea and the style that other artists has. I see you have the technique because it was well made but with time, try to stop looking at other peoples work and try to create your own stuff, it will be alot more rewarding!