Thank you. Once again, the name of this site has proved itself. I've been having trouble with the shadow cast on the throat of my current portrait. The comments on Alizarin and Sap leaped out at me...and my problem is solved.
I feel as if I should send each of you a check for classes. My formal training spanned the ages of 12-18 with a wonderful artist named Marie Burton, in Itasca, Illinois in the 60's. From 1974-2000 I didn't pick up a brush (long boring story). I'd give anything if she were here now, but in her place, like the angels I love to paint, I'm drawn to all of you.
I think the proceeds from my first sale will come to this site.
For now, just hold my I.O.U