The beauty of the learning curve.
There's nothing more satisfying than creating something we were unfamiliar with, I know that first hand.
Amazing work, I particularly appreciate the simplicity of the neat design and the cure of texturing. I'm definitely curious to see all its details, makes me feel there are many to discover by a closer look. I wish had collaborators this talented. Now i'm curious to see the characters you create.
Nice work indeed, well done!