Sorry, I couldn't resist ; ) Terrific image! Great work on the silverware. I don't think the tail transparency is the problem, to my eyes, the tail blends in with the texture (which is great, BTW,) on the wall. If you could change the texture (or color?) I think it would stand out a lot more. Really nice work. Be sure and post when you're done, I'd really like to see it. Coldrake