Pre-sketch and base colors. All paint is Holbein watercolor, a Japanese brand. Their 24 Color Set costs $97 in some places, but Amazon will come through for you and your budget. Snag it here for about $48.
Close up with my mica powder. My preferred brand is Pearl-Ex.
See that cat eyeliner mishap? We're gonna cover it up with more mica!
Cat eyeliner begone! And extra charcoal for the hands.
Voilà !
This process took about 3.5 hours. What do you think?