By the way, for anyone else interested in trying to tackle this one...no filters means NO filters. No Gaussian Blur, no Noise, no Render Clouds, and especially no Lens Flare. No Layer effects means no Outer Glow, Bevel&Emboss (if you were even thinking about it), Inner Glow, or Overlays. Blending Modes are still allowed. No custom Brushes means only round brushes, no shaped or effect brushes. Everything else is open game, save the fact that use of any programs other than Photoshop is prohibited. It's a post to prove a point...this is Photoshop technique, not functionality...but I will admit defeat if someone can call me on this one.