Bare Light: Minimalist Dried Leaf Collage

A minimalist, artistic collage of dried leaves arranged on a plain neutral backdrop. Leaves in autumn tones—pale gold, amber, copper, and deep brown—with crisp veins and curling edges. Composition forms a quiet, abstract pattern through careful negative space and light overlaps; some leaves overlap gently to create soft lines and curves. Lighting is soft and diffused from the top-left, yielding delicate shadows and a tactile texture on the leaf surfaces. Backdrop is white to light gray with a subtle matte finish to emphasize simplicity and calm. Style is modern editorial still life, photorealistic or hyperreal painting, high resolution, suitable for square or vertical crops. Mood: serene, contemplative, organic.