Addressing the comments made by Alleycat169 in regards to patting newbies on the head:

The trend I see (at least in the Bryce gallery) is that the newest images posted by better known members of Renderosity will receive dozens of compliments (well earned in most cases) while at the same time newer members postings receiving no comments at all. Most are simply asking for advice, an honest critique but don't seem to receive it. I've not heard of anyone asking for a pat on the head, just a little attention (in the form of contstructive critisism) from those more talented and experienced.