Taronites

Everyday learning. This morning I spent about an hour playing with the various brushes, seeing what they do at various settings. After that I decided to see if I could actually create something recognizable with what I've learned.

WOW! playing with forms and shades is very lovely. Skin colours are top notch imho.Even the background is ultra cool.
As I know through my head studies now- ear is much too high
Lower lip could be a bit backward, mouth a bit higher between nose and chin but that is more about taste. Ear not.
Left hand could need a bit shadow to rest better on ground.
Probably some fine idea of ribs would make the torso look stronger.

Overall I wish, I would be already on your anatomy stage!

If that is done with reference, it is stunning. Without it blows me away!

Congrats!

Wohohoooo... ... FANTASTIC STUDY, PH! Great work! Man, do I love seeing how you're getting comfortable with it all so quickly!
After a mildly rocky start, you're off at 180 mph after all!

Wow, am I looking forward to what's to come from you!!!

Self study? Wow Pony, really great result! I totally agree with the comments above!

Apollo!