Really? I never heard of such a superstition, but of course I will have to respect that. Too bad. :-(
Would it be O.K. if I give it a try? The profile photo with her elegant profile in the boat and the sunset are really inspiring. She is a natural model! I see a nice pastel in front of me, albeit with my limited capabilities. :-)
Mind you, I won't hold it against you if you'd rather not agree. I'm not trying to put you on the spot, Yuri.
RE: Bryansk "sea". Брянское «море»