One thing that I did not mention in my initial posting is that I am partially colorblind, thus these and most of my works are black and white. Any coloring I do is based on the computer and abuses the hexadecimal number system.

ElectricBadger, I love drawing eyes and I was definitely trying to convey her "spirit" through her eyes and her lips.

Talia, thank you. I try to isolate the flaws in any of my art (and anything else I do) so that I may improve and do better in the future. I am glad you like them.

Rhabbi, as far as trying the detailed shading in conjunction with the anime style, I am trying to settle into a unique style of art. Do you have any suggestions on how you think I could better blend the two together? What is it about the two that you are less than fond about?