look lol

[XxTylerxX]

I know it sucks but it has better text :P

[Matt]

It's like your a text person. I personally don't like them IMO.

[Dested]

Read tuts.....

[Czar]

Learn how to edit brush settings, practice smudging, learn what colors compliment each other best. Try not to crowd your sigs with effects ( a simple effect used right > a bunch of snazzy ones used wrong)

Don't even touch bevel / emboss ever again for borders. (or outer / inner glow.. or any other shortcuts)
Download some c4d packs from sites like deviantART: where ART meets application! and Planet Renders v4
Read tutorials (like the ones found in OUR tutorial section) and just try and grasp the basics.