It looks like you are off to a good start. You have captured some wonderful colors, the focus is good, there is a nice catchlight in the eyes, and the background appears to be sufficiently blurred but not too much. Good work.
If you have never been there, the "Friendly Forums" is a great place to share photos, learn new techniques, have your photos critiqued (without being insulted), and have some fun on the different challenges that thay have. Here is a link:
www.therealdotin.com Go to the sharing forums link. Perhaps I'll see you there.
