Pastel pencil on black paper, 9"x12", I have been unable to paint for some time after prolapsing 3 disks in my lower spine, several weeks in hospital, several weeks using a Zimmer frame and unable to sit for long periods. I am now able to get about on 2 sticks with the help of quite high doses of morphine. I am due surgery soon but am now able to get back to my studio for short periods. Therefore i am getting back into the flow with quick works such as this and my previous painting 'Stolen kiss Tango' each taking around 90 minutes. it feels good to be able to put pastel to paper again and I hope to be painting more regularly very soon.