Well, no one will tell you programming is an easy skill, but it is very rewarding. You should learn C# before you try XNA. Sure WinForms and Console programming isn't as exciting, but you need the basics first. And if you have skill as an artist, then you only really need to learn some basic programming at least. That way, you can partner up with a full programmer, and still be able to speak their language to make a game.
Regards,
Louis Ingenthron
Fortis Venaliter
Lead Developer of
FV Productions