You can install the group-searching script on dA, which would include a general Groups link on the drop-down menu by the dA logo, and then search for whatever groups interest you.
Well, I dunno. Talk to people, contribute to groups, work hard on your art, people should eventually notice you. It actually wasn't until last summer when I felt that I'm slowly building a small group of peers who know me.
btw, any clubs/groups... etc you know where there are a lot of people who like these kind of art? I'll be leaving my crappy old works at my old account anyway
building a new reputation is quite harder than it seems...
I'll be leaving my crappy old works at my old account anyway
just if you want previews, I'll tag you one of my latest illustrations in FB if you want