'Testing' a style

I thought I might post this:

http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/8...ylejpg1em7.jpg

It's not my usual style, though I think that this one is complete ugh tbh.

Too sharp on some features of the coat, noisy background, bad lighting at points, and not enough depth (hence the over-sharpen).

I changed it from what it was previously and saved over without thinking, annoyingly.

I redid the background at some places, but I personally find the signature to be a disappointment.

Any thoughts or ideas on what you think could be improved, or perhaps tips for the future?

Looking good m8.
Altho blending could be better. Blend in his cape/cloak(dunno the difference).
Text is nice imo.
Good job

The main problem is the background and the render are very similar in colour.

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Originally Posted by ratchetnclank

The main problem is the background and the render are very similar in colour.

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Aha!

I never seem to see the simple way around things...

I haven't read any tuts before, but since this site has quite a large sub-forum for that I think I'll check it out.

I should probably start from the basics again, instead of continuing to assault PS with smudge tricks and lighting effects...