This is absolutely amazing Mary! One of the things I love autumn for is the rich colors and this type of leaf is the best to show you why. When I see a leaf like that, the first thing I think of is how I would draw it on paper (as I can,t paint, nor can I draw but I'm trying 😂). So the main idea is how to use colors and shades to recreate it on paper or canvas. You did a great job!

Maybe I should give it a try myself 😏