I'd agree with Redrobes on the "were all pretty genial" issue. I know for me when I first joined the Guild I was terrified to post much considering the level of talent that is on display here. I too was a "pencil & paper" mapper for many years before finding this site. I always ask for feedback and try to accept and apply what is given. I know for me I don't ever give harsh criticism for the simple reason that I don't want to "scare" any one off from mapping. I love this hobby (although for me obsession may be a better term.. ) and I get genuinely excited to see new members join and post their first efforts. I am firmly in the "attaboy and here is some feedback on how you might make that a little bit better" camp. I can appreciate the need for constructive feedback and I always try to answer questions that I can without giving bad information. What I can say now is keep up the good work and keep asking for feedback. We'll be there with it for you.