Lots of changes in the past two years.  *deep breath*  here it goes:
Both my parents died.  My mom died in Dec 2009 and my dad Oct, just 10 months later.  I am still dealing with that emotionally.
I got a divorce this past summer, new job (back to nursing so I can support myself and my kids) and lots of other things going on!
I try to stay in touch with  my internet buddies, but man it's difficult when you're so exhausted at the end of the day!
However, I have been creating some new artwork and keeping that energy alive.  Since my divorce, I feel more like myself again.
Bear with me!  

Wow!  I just realized this [link] got a DD.  o.O  THANK YOU!

For people saying don't use dodge, smudge or why not just paint it?  

This tutorial, like many of my tuts are for the casual user, for learning and for fun, and mostly for those who don't have a tablet and pen.
Ever try painting with a mouse?  It's not fun.  I remember what that was like.

Thanks to everyone faving, commenting on my tuts.  As you all know, they are by no means professionally done and they are rough drafts for you to come up with your unique style and designing.  

I use an older version of Photoshop for these tutorials.  (A lot of my finished artwork is done in Corel Painter).  So, if you are having problems finding brushes or other things, just do some Google searches for your edition of whatever software you use.

I must apologize for not having responded to every comment or note.  I simply haven't been here much.

Thanks again everyone and keep up the wonderfully, beautiful artwork you are creating!!!

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