urrgh prabha, don't repeat the mistake I did.
I also lurked everywhere and became discouraged, especially on dA because heck, the whole elite of the world is there, so I never wanted to sign up there. But lately I did. And I'm glad!
I somehow managed to get the courage to use these amazing artist's artwork as inspiration and motivation!!
It surely will take a while, but it's important to have a positive attitude, towards your own and other people's art.
They started drawing just like you, well, some are more and some are less talented, but talent doesn't matter, both can become equally good!
Just keep trying and don't give up. Rant about how annoying it is to get something right and to become respected by others, but don't give up and have a little confidence c:
AND SOON YOU WILL CONTROL THIS ART WORLD.