I'm really interested to read about your technique; I've never tried watercolour paper, thinking it wouldn't have enough tooth...think I'll give this a go, you've painted a lovely fresh image. Have you tried Kitty Wallis paper ?
Margaret
Debra, that did for me! You got rid of the confusing part, but still put some darks on his sleeve, I like it. Now my eye stays on his face instead of wandering over to the edge.