The portrait below is part of a project called "Embracing the Threshold"; the project embraced artistic discomfort (yet abandoned paralysis) and recognized apparent setbacks are an intrinsic part of leading a focused creative life. 

This project has morphed into all areas of my life and is ongoing.

Browse the catalog from this project!
http://commons.ln.edu.hk/vs_artist_catalog/1/

Women with Three Birds
26 by 22 inches

All images © Nicola Barsaleau. All rights reserved.