Almost Done

It's been three weeks (9 hours... geez I'm slow) since I started this 18" x 24" painting.

I think it is complete for the most part, but of course there are some nit-picky things I'd like to change... the hair by the hand for instance and matching the background colors that are divided by the fire. Not to mention a signature! I've never consistently signed my artwork, but I should start keeping track of my projects.

After the first 3 hours

Hasn't it come a long way from after the first three hours? I remember after that day, I was happy with the fire for the most part, but the direction of the hair was driving me crazy! The second week of class, I focused all my attention on the locks of hair and began the dreaded face. The third week of class, I focused mainly on the face and hand.

I was pretty determined to finish last night, but I guess I didn't. Despite the time pressure I gave myself, art takes time. It shouldn't be rushed. It will finish on its own pace.