Granted, my photo was too contrasty to begin with, BUT I am fairly happy with how this photo art turned out..

I hope this is the right forum to post it in.
I couldn't retain much detail when I did 'save for web', so here is a link to a better finished image:
http://www.auroraskye.com/LJ/katcomic2SM.jpg
I appreciate any feedback.. I know that my image caused issues particularly with the lines.. but it's a learning process in all realms..