Hi Karin,
Wow, you are only a few days into blogging, and yet you've already addressed almost every pertinent topic. It's a treat to glimpse your very tidy studio and uniquely beautiful much praised works. I especially enjoyed reading LeBrun's concise treatise on painting portraits, and taking your very comprehensive studio tour. Thanks for thoughtfully welcoming us into your place. You have much worth sharing and I am learning a few important things.
Garth