This is really a dynamic pose! It definetly shows off the characters in a great light. Paint, huh? I'm scared of that stuff... but someday I will use it. You definetly have the medium mastered pretty darned well for cel-style shading, it looks awesome, especially the white highlights. I agree he does look a bit scrawny, but I think it's more in the face than anything else. It could be because the cheekbones were emphasized with a black line, maybe just shading would have been better? However, the chick's face and expression are just awesome. I am DEFINETLY impressed with this piece.