To everyone who has thus far responded. Thanks. I understand that opinion may vary, but hopefully by hearing what others think, I will get a general consensus as to what areas need further consideration on my part. In the end, my vision may differ, and things suggested not be changed, but that is not to say I do not appreciate the comments being made or find them helpful.

Before I posted this version, it had gone through a number of variations, and I also thought of making some of the changes suggested here, such as a bit more blue in the background sky, etc., but held off doing more, deciding I needed a fresh perspective first.

So, please keep those thoughts coming. I fear I am one of those folks who reads a lot about the principles of art, such as color, composition, etc., but has a hard time making the conversion from text on the page, and examples shown, to incorporating those aspects into my work.