Renee,
I think the painting is great too and can't wait to see it again. I am really happy to hear all about the quiet brush and noisy brush. I did not know about them although I have heard of dry brushing.
Ditto !!! to Karin teaching workshops. How about it Karin? I have thought that since I joined this forum. Rather, wishful thinking that I could be part of the experience of some of you in depth teachings. I just looked at your Web Site again and wow------

. They are just lucious. The one titled Isis (gosh I forgot how spelled) but it was "Isis Draped" I think and the lady had a scarf on her head. May I ask if you sometimes "dress up" a model so to speak in order to take photos and then do your own figure paintings?
I see so many marvelous paintings with the model wearing attire not of today. I have an acquaintance in my area who owns and sews her own "Costumes" for Halloween, parties, galas,etc. I approached her about the possibility of taking photos of her sometime (and her sister) in different period clothing. She said fine but I haven't done that yet. Any suggestions other than use single lighting of which I do now.
Thanks and think about that workshop! Seriously!
Patt