WIP for a gallery in need of C&Cs

[Bel696]

Here's something I've been working on for about 2 days. This is one of my submissions for my schools gallery show.
The theme of this painting is a hunter of curiosities. I still need to finish the environment along with some jewelry and tattoos that would indicate that the character is indeed a hunter.

Tell me what you guys think. Feedback would be incredibly welcomed.

[Paolo13]

HI, I must say that I like it a lot, I am no expert, but three things make the reading a bit slow: 1.the shape of the bird's wing follows to much the shape of the face. 2. the legs of the bird are not to visible. 3.The color of the lady's hair, body and the background are to similar. Hope I helped a bit. Ciao

[Bai Fan]

The main things for me are the composition and the lack of form in the character's silhouette. Also, if you drop the contrast in the background the piece will read a bit better.