The addition of blue was stimulating and the colour is close, but not exactly what I was trying for. I have come to the conclusion that some pigments used to colour shoes, are not easily reproduced using artists paint. I have to say that this will not stop me from trying. I have decided to work next on the shoe to the left that has a floral design woven in warm tones. It will be a small challenge for me to paint flowers with little detail as is usual in floral designs.