Yo dude.....really appreciate the info. I am new to this and using pigskins to practice on. It's such a transition from drawing on paper to real skin. You should see my leg....it's a patchwork! But I'd rather screw myself up than someone else. I know that most people suggest an apprenticeship....I just really don't have the time right now. However, it's something I would like to be very good at someday so all the advice is appreciated. Thanks bro.