I really got into a zone last night and finished up my corax. I paint in photoshop, and use layers to add depth to the character. I think start to finish, she took about 6 hours, not counting the arguments with my programs and tablet. It feels good to get back on the horse, especially after I pulled my shoulder goat wrestling. 

So once I get my lines nice and clean, I start with layering her up. Painting the base coat of skin, then hair, and clothes, and details. Once I have a base of each, I can select them and add more layers with shadows and highlights, and play with color without changing the original piece. I add a quick background to keep the focus on the character, and finish her up with some signatures. I'm really happy with how she turned out, and I feel she's a big step forward from the last time I drew her... before I had the tablet, and programs, and ability to do very fine lines. haha! 


![Saphyre Complete fade.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmTkmB3dgMSit421DoLUTzyKmx86aNQjX8Sve1reaYsc3g/Saphyre%20Complete%20fade.png)