I also am self-taught and learn something new with each project. But I know that I know a lot more than others; and I just put in an application to teach mosaics this summer. Yes, there are many people I look up to as masters of the art, but I'm still willing to put myself out there. "Willing for the shilling."

You are incredibly good. Yes, you can be better, but you are so much better that so many others. Confidence goes a long way. I love the picture of you looking over the water and also the one in the tudor gown. Use Gimp to edit out the black bra.