Add variety of colors to the vertical area

I'd like to the break the same color tone in the vertical area of the sofa (mouse-over the image to view this area) by applying a glaze with burnt umber. The value change would create a sense of space.

Add darker value to the background

Next, I'd like to apply a wash with blue to the background (mouse-over the image to view these areas). This would push back the space in the background, and move the focus of attention to the two main subjects.

Final Touch

As the final touch, I'd add a bit more definition and suggestion to the garment inside the arms of the boy and the girl.

That's it. I hope these suggestions will help. Click here to compare the before and after paintings.

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