I am going to keep better track on time for this type of work. I think it was probably around 8 hours or so, that's including versions I tossed out because I didn't like how the quills were looking.

I understand the feeling of loosing patience on some works. That's why some things I decide are just sketches and then pick and choose things I really want to finish when its working for "fun". If its for a client then that's where I really keep the focus and don't give myself any slack.