Almost Finished

Another 12 hours on this painting.  I think folks who are not artists do not understand how long it takes to make a painting work really well.  I am still pondering on changing some things.  I don't ever want an ok painting.  I want a huge success.  I feel like I've hit the point maybe twice in my life.  It is always worth working towards.  The values still need a little adjusting and I am not sure about losing some of the stripes.  I am trying to redirect the eye to make sure there is a flow in the painting.  It is so busy, that I have to let go of some of the elements.  I will see it for the next three days, since I won't be touching it but teaching and walking in and out of my studio.