Frosty Cactus Metal Print

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Original Fine Art Photography and digital artwork by Donna Kennedy-
Photographed in Sedona, Arizona...

The genus Opuntia (particularly the subgenus Platyopuntia, or “flat-Opuntia”) is a well-known symbol of Mexico and the American Southwest. The prickly pear (nopal, in Spanish) has the distinctive shape of fleshy oval pads (pencas) growing one atop the other. Most have defensive spines (sometimes large, sometimes small) growing out of the pads, menacing would-be Opuntia eaters and providing humorous stories for many rural Southwestern families, who often repeat tales of a relative’s encounter with one of the low-growing varieties.

Besides being known for their spines, prickly pears are also known for their universally beautiful flowers. Pretty flowers are a common trait throughout the Cactaceae (Cactus family) and have inspired much poetic and philosophical reflection because of their contrast with the unfriendly-looking spines that are also a common trait throu...

Life is like a camera...Focus on what is important, Capture the good times, Develop from the negatives, and if things don't work out, take another shot.... Having lived in the south (Florida & Mississippi) for 54 years my dream was to move out West which I did in 2008. I am in awe of this beautiful country that we call home, and photography has become a very important part of my life. Lighting and perseverance are top of the list, if it's having to hike for miles to get your shot, or waiting for hours in the freezing cold for a train, taking hundreds of images of birds or wildlife to get that one beautiful capture, or being up at all hours of the night or early morning to get the full Moon or Milky Way. These are things which a...