In the centre of the storm

Some people follow the winds; they float by on the breeze, with little thought to where it will lead them. But they still follow it, even the harsh storm wind, rushing them along to unknown consequences. Other people refuse to follow a path others have made, they refuse to be lead along. They create their own wind, and go where they want. In the centre of the storm they decide the speed, the direction, the way. In the centre of their own storm, no matter how fierce, they can stand their ground with pride.

This one looked FAR better before I sized it down - I love to use Painter's oils, but they do look a bit pasty and plastic-like when the image is sized down... Anyway. I started this sketch when I tried out the trial version of Painter X, and finished it today (in IX).

The main character of my novel, Shanouna, who has always created her own winds.