Practicing Headshots

I really wanted to learn to make my graphics look more professional and not messy.

So that's what I'm going to do.
It turns out that it takes a whole lot longer than the way I did these before.
But this time I'm happy with the outcome.
I made this with PS CS5. I had to learn the use of some new tools.

Maybe when I practice more, it'll be a bit more easier.
No, wait, I'm sure.

Here it is:

I know, not too shabby. I should have made the shadows darker. A lot of room for improvement still, there always is. ;)

♥Lilyqi