Lame excuse for a title, but it's true. I used this image from the tutorial at peachie.nu, and this is what I ended up with. Harumph, she needs new mascara.
the skin shading is very good for the first time. its not choppy at all (mine was ultra choppy!!!)
the hair needs a bit of work (i cant do hair either) try using stroke path if you have adobe photoshop.
stroke path is usefull for hair and eyelashes and eyebrows aswell.
also the pen tool should have the circle option. so when u are doin eyes use the circle shape so they dont come out wobbly.
overall this is pretty good for a first :)