Hello,
and welcome to the forum!
First off, i'd like to say nice job on your first and second sig!
I would try and Google "Photoshop brushes".
Or go to DeviantArt, and type in "Photoshop Brushes".
Start experimenting with those. They should really help you out.
Also, Dev.Art is an awesome place for tutorials. I would definitely go there or to YouTube if you want video tuts.
A great place for resources is PlanetRenders. Definitely check them out also! They have great renders + tuts. Also a nice place for stocks & fonts, and Photoshop PSD's.
I hope you stay here to improve.
Welcome to the GFX forum agian jonh6167.
good luck in the future dude.
If you ever need help just feel free to post.
But do not say anything bad about this community or you will be banned.. even if you are a very helpful member!
Have fun GFXing!