I look like the vision of a Predator.

Ahhh...it´s old. I know it´s bad. I gave another try at this effect, it´s in my gallery as well...see it :)

I think what ruins the effect is the great jump in hue from the blue-green to orange and reddish colors.

i can't help thinking the highlights ruined this piece.
i understand that this was a long time ago.
still lots better than i can do though.:)

Thanks for the comments guys! I don't know how you were able to recognize what I was trying to do, Shivers...This was, unfortunately, a huge failure...

Also posted the link of the reference image I used

I recognized what you were trying to do immediately, it looks decent to me :D You could "mute" a few of the effects in places though.

wow! I love the effects of the lighting! Very awesome!

well i think it looks kinda strange as the brown parts are to dark for the places they are in.