@Mad.Array, That looks pretty good. The hair is a bit sloppy, and the clothes could use some more shading (or maybe increasing the contrast will do it). Also, add some shading on the hair line (darken the skin a little), it usually makes it look better. Other than that, looks good. I hope you finish it.
@TheSquish, your spriting looks decent. But we already have a template. If you'd like to help out, use that.