First, the changes you made, Sally, make a big difference and make an excellent drawing superb.

Secondly, I agree with your sentiments.
Six months ago I was unable to do what I do today.

No use saying "I wish I could ..." 'cos the next day still be wishing.

There is a wealth of information and examples within these pages and some folks don't appear to be taking advantage of them to up their skill level which is a shame.

Many times when having a problem with a drawing we feel like just deleting it and doing something easier ... this is not the way tomake progress is it?

Talking of which, I must resurrect a couple of items from the WIP folder ...