I have blocked in more of the background and used a wash of related colours to indicate glimpses of light on leaves at the back of the flowers. As more of the background is blocked in, the flowers, which are the subject of the painting, will become more apparent as a white silhouette. I shall paint more of the leaves as I continue and only add the flowers at the end.  When taking a break from this painting I will be outlining my 'Food School" oil painting.