More work on the left side of the painting. I have blocked in the background colour to the lady's dress on the extreme left. When dry, I intend to paint a lace-like pattern over the top, which will differentiate the figures and link to the white garments on the right hand side of the painting. Whilst the bottom left corner of the painting is very dark because of the extreme shadows caused by the ambient lighting, there will be subtle colour tones added at a later stage to create some interest.
Whilst this painting is in the 'end game' phase I am planning my next. A watercolour of Azalea flowers I encountered on the Spanish Steps in Roma, Italy and another oil based on my fantastic experiences in New York.