I don't understand the poll, are we supposed to pic our favourite medium or something?
My advice is to start with life drawing. Then you can start getting into cartoons or stylized art styles. Life drawing gives you a solid base on proper anatomy and on how things move and don't move.
Some recommended books to look into:
Drawing the Head and Figure - by Jack Hamm
How to Draw Animals - by Jack Hamm
the 'Dynamic Drawing' series
As for materials; more expensive
really doesn't mean they help you draw better. So don't go out and spend $100 on supplies that you could easily spend $30 on. Don't spend your money on fancy materials until you have the talent to use them properly!
And for inspiration; movies, music, other art, books, life itself are all great ways to inspire yourself. Finding inspiration is something you really have to find for yourself. I can't tell you to watch 'Little Shop of Horrors' because it really inspired me, chances are you won't find it as inspiring as I did. Personally, I'm inspired by /everything/. I can sit outside and watch someone walk past , and the way the swing their arms might spark something in my mind. You have to find your own sources.
Good luck and don't give up!
