The Last Little Leaf

Finished hand-drawn marker editorial illustration, square 1:1, silhouette-based graphic shadow play. One cook of African descent, deep-brown skin, elongated torso, narrow shoulders and short natural hair, leans in from the upper left. Minimal profile, plain plum apron, one simple mitten-like hand placing a tiny green leaf onto a cold salad. An absurdly oversized ivory oval plate dominates the lower right, holding three broad coral tomato wedges and a loose green sauce curl that opens into a sweeping tail. Oblique overhead view; the small finishing gesture is clearly visible against the pale plate. Broad flat silhouettes, slightly irregular marker edges, boldly offset plum shadows, no intricate shading. A pale circular glow around the plate suggests impossible halo illumination without adding a lamp. Warm peach background, generous empty space at upper right. Playful proportions, restrained detail, legible at thumbnail size. One continuous scene, no panels. No text, logos or watermarks.