Painting leaves isn't my forte. As I reviewed my other artworks, I realized I haven't painted many leaves, and the idea of painting seven seemed quite intimidating. Yet, this is exactly why I enrolled in school, isn't it? To push my boundaries, tackle challenging projects, and develop as an artist. Right?! Still I find myself wanting to stay in my comfort zone. Where to start? It was early spring in Michigan with slim pickings with the majority of blooms being daffodils and