you are a pixel artist you don't belong in photoshop

So anyways, i've decided to try doing a digital painting of Larry, the lil' maniac in my avatar. The fun part? I've never done a digital painting before. In here, you can follow the extremely exciting development of the drawing. Note, due to large resolution, i shall be linking to the images...

First WIP, working on the stalk.

Second WIP. Stalk on hold for now, working on head. Head needs to be moved up.

You can criticise and comment if you wish, though i can't guarantee that i'll be able to accomodate your criticism, due to my low skill level. :U