Indeed it does, Check out the work of Joe Lester, he wrote an article about the importance of character in sculpture with images based on the seven deadly sins.
I see you're taking some inspiration from Mr. Aris Moody, his sculpture/painting style is something I strive to emulate. I would recommend looking into second stage bruising and its palette. Check out a slab of old beef for some inspiration. Use the bruising to highlight and shadow, followed by a mottling polypaint layer…