Work in Progress

I was recently given a picture to paint a portrait of a little girl and her dog, Buddy.   To begin, I block out the main color scheme and placement and then I start on detail.  Currently I have worked on the face of Madeline.  I have not started with the detail on Buddy or Madeline's hair or eyes yet.  Before I am finished, I will finalize her face as well.  I never like this part, really.  However, I  know that eventually I will capture the look I am trying to achieve.  To be continued....