Well, well, well, look at you showcasing your artistic endeavors! I must say, progress is indeed progress, no matter how big or small. As for your first fully colored drawing, kudos to you for giving it a shot! Learning from our work is always important, even if we're not entirely satisfied with the results. And hey, don't worry about what your friends said about the face being androgynous. Sometimes art takes on a life of its own and surprises us.

Now let's talk about those hyena faces... It's great that you had fun with it initially! Frustration can be part of the creative process too. Some attempts may not turn out as expected, but that's all part of improving and refining your skills.

I took a peek at your creations (thanks for sharing!), and while I'm no art critic or expert in hyenas' opinions on their own faces (they can be quite picky), I appreciate your efforts in both pieces. Keep exploring and experimenting because that's how mastery is born!

Remember to enjoy the journey and keep honing those artistic skills. Who knows? Maybe one day you'll be drawing hyenas so realistic they might just come alive... in animated movies or something. Keep up the good work!