So after much trial and error and confusion I've finally figured out how to use the darned pen tool and make a proper ass line art from sketches. I've been very carefully reading through my material and crafting my very first piece since returning to art and (after beating my head against the keyboard a few times) it finally clicked on what I was doing wrong. Now I've been sailing through and I'm halfway through the first piece's line art. I took a moment to step back and take a look and I'm extremely pleased. It looks professional! I can't believe it, I should have learned this forever ago! No matter, I'm learning and I'm getting better at my craft and soon I'll be able to show the world the fruits of my efforts! Stay tuned, folks!