I've got a problem with "Critique Genre". I mean, what is it? Just a sign that you want critiques? Argh. I think that a better job would be done by people themselves. Okay, not everybody can give a constructive criticism. (I'm vain enough to think that I can. :-)) But if those who can serve as models, I think it would be a better start. Although Draculaz did sound as bloodthirsty as his eponymous countryman :-), he's got a point. On the other hand, I agree with queri, too. Every single one of us needs strokes. But I personally don't like "Great job on that render!" comments. However sincerely that was meant, there's always a tiny nagging thorn of doubt about the sincerity. So, when leaving comments, whether positive or negative, try to be more specific. "I like the camera." "I like the textures." "I like the composition, but think that the textures are bad, because of this, this and that." On the third hand, Draculaz, I don't really mind if the picture is full of freebies. Of course, I would appreciate if the author created the models by themself. But not everybody has the same modelling skills. And if the picture is good, that's what's ultimately important. Unless the challenge or whatever states that you must not use ready-made models, of course.

-- erlik