it's the process, but sometimes i really like something at one stage and then come home at the end of my work-day to discover that what *i* liked is gone and it is halfway a new painting. it's hers and she can do what she wants; but i have learned to not get too attached to one version .... unless it's the one hanging in the gallery. perhaps that sometimes blocks my ability to see them in general. so, it was a real treat to see the finished painting and go, wow.
i am definitely into the routine here and i still like all the people i am working with. and 