You are very wise :).

I have the Winsor Newton Cotman but really need to upgrade to the better version. I have a six-color travel set for Daniel Smith which I always save for the 'perfect trip' but I should just use it. Thank you for the details! I love your style.

If I have trouble falling asleep I find it helps.

I'll have to try that - usually I draw it first and then add some color, but your ink is nice and strong on top.

That is a very cool way to approach it. It definitely looks nice with the ink on top. Thank you for sharing the steps!