looks like you're off to a good start, but yeah, Brody pointed out exactly what I was thinking, and Reference is a must, get that on a plane back there and it will make your life much easier. and damn, you're smart starting that young.. I started when I was 19 :(
Its good to see your starting early in life :) Im jealous. I didnt get into 3D programs and photoshop until I was 18-19 years old. Just remember focus on your artistic skills first...sicne your so young..Thats much mroe important then learning software. As for the model, post the reference your using to model this, I dont…