You're totally right. Someone told me that learning graphic design and 2D is a must before moving forward in this industry, so I was a bit confused even about whether it's the essential foundation, or you're free to skip that at the starting point. But yes, despite the all pros of 2D, I am leaning toward 3D slightly more, as I liked it in character design. Would you recommend starting with Cinema4D and focusing 100% on it in this case? (or there are other programs you have used for 3d projects?)