I must say i'm rather pleased with this block!
All the elements turned out to be just right. Not too heavy, even though I used a lot of big motifs.
Thats the challenge, though, isn't it?
As your technique evolves, to challenge yourself to use colors and elements that you normally would never put side-by-side.
to pick something so glaringly off and make it work within the confines of your block.
I try to do this with ever new project, challenge myself with color, technique or style.
I find it helps me with design choices and makes me a better artist over all.