Vianna, You have a grate subject and the painting is well on its way. Since you are asking for a new eye I will be pleased to share my view. As I see it, you have tried to match what you see and you have done well. The reason your painting is not jumping of the page is because you have not established the value shapes and pushed these to perfection. Value is what makes it work not color. Establish the values the best you can, using a general color and I guaranty you will definitely see a improvement. The arms seem ok her right one could be adjusted in value some. It is the face that is patchy with incorrect values. The patchiness can work but with correct value.
I hope this helps
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