I'm trying to keep my photoshop skills sharp. Although I usually use Photoshop to ink, this is my first time using the pen tool to ink. I'm a little embarrassed to admit that in my 10+ years using this program, I'm still learning new things that others consider basic. But I'm very very happy with the results. I've been having some pretty severe computer difficulties, so this will probably be the only picture I can work up like this for a few weeks.
I didn't make the background.
I don't usually post drawings so personal, but I felt this just had to be drawn. Watching Joannie Rochette perform her short program only a few days after her mother's sudden death gave me chills. I couldn't help but cry in shared grief for her. I know that I personally would never have the strength to accomplish such a feat so close to such a life shaking event.
