I going to take a bit different tack than the rest...Another of my hobbies is designing and making furniture and other wood crafts. I frequent a couple of woodworking boards and the strength of my experience is in handtools old and new, design, and joinery. I often get frustrated when I see advice given/taken that is all wrong or when constructive criticism is not taken for what it is. Cliques form and they tend to ignore the posts of "outsiders." Pretty much the same things that go on here take place at other sites. I am on a self-imposed exile or sabbatical if you will for the time being. I occassionally stop in to lurk but nothing more. When I'm ready I'll return. So, if you feel as though leaving is best, then do it. The last thing this place should be is a source of frustration. It is not worth it. You may find that in time you'll want to return or not. I'm sure you will be welcome here if you decide to return. Either way your artwork is excellent and your dedication to improve yourself will mean that your standards will not suffer. Have fun. Scott