Striking image. I'd swear it processed for effect if not for the challenge rules (ME) ... look forward to the backstory/description on this one. Well done.
I really like the colors of the leaf and twig. I'm not sure the stark white background helps much though. The white blinds your eyes which makes it harder to see the details in the leaf and twig. I think a more subtle/neutral background would have helped you see those details.