u/ProsperosOnFireYo

Maybe I'm just too new to this to understand what's realistic for my skill level, or maybe I'm being overly critical, or both. After shading, I feel like this guy is looking dirty more than anything, and I understand some might like a dirty look but I really do not. I was really generally happy with the paint job before shading. I understand that cleanup will fix some of it but it seems like a lot of effort for an effect I'm not really enjoying.

Also, I know this isn't the paint's fault. It's clearly a skill issue. I see other's shading job and I am so impressed with it. I wish I could get something even somewhat resembling those.

Can I get some feedback? For reference, I've painted a few models but not many.