Prickly lies peacefully amid a sprawling field of prickly pear cactus — serene, unscathed, and wholly at ease. Her bare skin contrasts with the spined, untamed landscape, yet she remains untouched, embodying a quiet harmony with her surroundings.

This piece challenges our perceptions of vulnerability and danger, inviting viewers to consider the possibility of coexistence between softness and strength. A meditation on trust, balance, and the quiet defiance of fear, Prickly offers a compelling visual narrative where beauty flourishes even in unlikely places.