As with most of my sources, I did not have a special affinity for this image. As a matter of fact, I had been struggling with it, for various reasons, for some time. But the re-creation process allowed me to see aspects that I had overlooked the first time. I remember reviewing the first version, and noting that aspects to the palette needed changing: add detail, darken or simplify sections, and improve the overall contrast balance.
I am happy with this result. Not only the drawing itself, but the opportunity to re-examine, re-consider, and re-assess with a clearer eye.
