Pet Portraits in Oil

Here is Jack & Gingy's tiny little portrait (10x10") on its third stage. I've started to add an autumn-coloured background with a few small details like leaves and grass. I want the background to feel very light, airy and look dappled with sunlight so I'll be working on that over the next three days to see how it turns out.

Gingy's bright blue eyes are beautiful, but both cats need a new layer because I've blended the background over their ears and their outlines.

I was hoping to get this painting finished before my mom's birthday but it will have to be a little late present for her instead because I won't have enough time. Hope she likes it. : )