Heidi, I'm happy you like it. Blue is not regularly on my palette. For that matter, neither is "bold" so your comments are most appreciated.

Thanks for looking. By the way, I have really been enjoying your WIP and learning new things at your web site. Great stuff!
Ilaria, thank you. Yes I think the woman has some really fantastic eyes. She has an innocent nature and yet has a penetrating stare. I am happy you see her presence in this piece. You are so kind to respond. I was hoping the sari would not hide her expression so I am glad to hear you don't find it entirely distracting. Sometimes the balancing act works. Sometimes I fall flat on my face.