[Chris Saper]

Gosh, Mark I can't believe I didn't see this right away, my apologies!

I actually love this painting, and find it very Old World in its feel, contemplative, and gorgeous in its color harmony. I like the composition, the brushwork, and am not troubled one bit about the dominance of the cello. (My husband once nearly was removed from a plane for refusing to give up his seat to a cello. Eventually, the cello won.)

Fortunately for you, you still have both wife and cello (and hand), and can keep going on this beautiful theme.