So I would just like to know how I can improve my graphics. Take a look at the links below and let me know what you think of them, please and thank you!

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Any help is appreciated.

Bumpity!

I think they're really good!

Only critique I'd have is the shadow under the lion on the first one doesn't look "real", if that makes sense!

Thanks! 

Hmmm, what do you think I could do to improve it?

I agree about the shadow of the lion. I personally think it could be a little bit blurrier along the edges and the tail shadow is too thick in comparison to the actual tail. I think the front of the shadow should come closer to the front paws, too.

what tana said. Shadow should begin from the paws. To give it that realistic look. 

like this photo. The actual shadow matches the the "base" of the animal, aka the foot. And varies on light source and intensity. :) dA should have great tutorials also.

Okay, is this one better? BOOP!

much! Great job :)

I think so, but wait for answers from Peike and other artists who are better than me xD

Thanks everyone! I appreciate all the help I can get ha ha ha

I find what helps a lot with shadows is remembering that the further something is from the ground, the lighter a shadow it will leave! So shadows will usually be darker/more defined near the feet/legs/whatever is touching the ground and softer/fuzzier for things like tails and body masses. Of course this depends on light source direction and stregth, but it's something to think of! :)

Those all look great! You are very talented! How do you do your text like the last one where its like transparent but outlined?

Wolfhart: I set the text to overlay and then use the stroke feature!

I honestly love your graphics! I think they are fabulous! 

 Awwww thanks Saturnia! That makes me so happy to hear!