Drawing and painting portraits demands proportional accuracy. However, it is important to focus particular attention on the details of a specific subject without overworking the portrait. Disrupting the momentum of creation by "over-focusing" interferes with the overall feel and proportion of the work. Over the years, Monique has completed a plethora of human and animal portraits, capturing both the spirit and the energy of her subjects in pencil, charcoal, paint, and pencil crayon.