Create sloth illustration based on image provided

Please create an illustration based on "sloth_3.jpg". (see attached, 3rd image, sloth hanging from branch hugging it):
The other images are attached for reference for face and arms & legs.

* Please try to make it as life like as possible
* No background required, it can be left white
* No border required, the branch can be faded on both ends

I would like to see a mockup / "work in progress" version as early as possible so I can give feedback.

This job is for 1 single image but there could be more work for the right candidate.
Accepted file format: Photoshop or Illustrator.

Deadline: Sunday evening (BST - 4th Aug)

Please send a couple of relevant example of your work.

*** Please feel free to ask questions if anything is unclear. ***

Thank you