Since you're so new at this, maybe do some studies? I say this because you gotta get used to the programs you're using. Also because you're at a stage where literally any action will lead to improvement.
Doing studies can be a great way to explore different styles as well. Find some art you like and copy it.

@angelinakizz not sure if this bumps things up a bit, I’d love some feedback

You might want to try out Affinity Designer (which is similar to Adobe Illustrator). https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/designer/
With Designer, you can create vector shapes, and apply raster textures or brushes.

"Switch between full featured vector and raster workspaces ... Add raster brush texture to your illustrations, ... mask and add grain to your crisp vectors"

I can't remember for sure (since I have both), but you might need to get Affinity Photo as well as Affinity Designer in order to use the raster features in Designer.

I was very excited when I saw that you can work with vector & raster in the same program. I'm just a beginner with this, but you can check out their website for examples.
At the website above, scroll down to "Vector or raster, you decide" & you can toggle the raster effects on & off to see the difference on a vector illustration.
Here's a short demo video that shows how you can paint raster images, or apply a raster texture to a vector shape in Designer: https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/tutorials/designer/desktop/video/338830412/

Affinity can export as (save as) all the major file types, including .psd — I haven't personally tried sending a .psd file to someone who uses Photoshop, so I can't vouch for it, but I really like the Affinity programs.

I like the render quality in the background and the lava in the paws, but i think that most of the problems are with the fundamentals of the drawing. The anatomical structure of the lion is kinda off and i think that you are shooting yourself in the foot while trying a complicated perspective for a piece that is really demanding on textures and lighting. Its obvious the amount of love you put in a project, but i think that your focus should be on the foundations rather than the finishing touches.

Hello everybody, it's been a while!
A couple months ago I posted a few pieces about a mini series I was doing of Lions that made up the 4 elements.
I've just about finished the final one which is fire but I just would like some feedback. I really like it, but something feels off to me and I feel like it's because there isn't enough contrast between the background sky and the foreground rock or if it's between the rock and the lion. Perhaps is that there is too much detail in the background and it needs simplifying? Maybe it's all of the above...
Another set of eyes would help.
Thanks in advance
Chris

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@Abigail-Hookham The changes definitely made this a stronger image. Thanks for sharing the updates.

@sirjana hi! Just hit follow on instagram, I can see your fellowship at mats too 🙂 your style is really lovely and professional, welcome on the SVSLearn forum.

@Elisabeth-Rae Aw thank you so much, I appreciate it!
You're very kind 🙂

Buenas!

I lived in Tarcoles for 2 years and miss it so much. It's great to see a Tico on the forums 🙂

Thanks for sharing your playful artwork. I'm looking forward to seeing more!

@Norman-Morana Thanks a lot for this 🙂 Appreciate it!

@jdubz thank you for this, really helpful 🙂

Hey guys! I wanted to share some more of my MerMay artwork. Feel free to drop yours below in the comments below! Hope you guys like:)
I'd also be down for following some more artists so also feel free to leave your IG handles too!

Mine is @chrisconnorartist.

These were prompted from the list provided by the official website.
Here you have
Day 4: Star Wars
Day 6: Sunday
Day 7: Provocative
Day 11: Frustration

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@ruth Thank you 🙂

she look so cute!! and just a little thing, but the ears in the first pose are a bit to high, also the left pocket on her backside is a bit to much to the right side. also I really love how you rendered her her at the last post! looks so fluffy and beautiful!

@RachelArmington i see. thanks for the advice!

I'm also aware there is a rogue whisker so ignore please 😅🤦🏼‍♂️

Hey! I'm getting offered a deal to illustrate a chapter book series. It would be a spot illustration with the chapter great, kinda what's going on in Harry Potter, and the covers. They're asking me what I charge and I have no idea! Anyone done anything like this before?

@fmb I’m so happy to hear that! Good luck ❤️❤️❤️

@AbbeyK thank you so much!

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I wanted to do an original so if been working on this guy. It's been a nice change of pace to work something from my head.