Sometimes I get questions about the cactus pricks down here… so here it goes. 🌵

The saguaros? They look meaner than they are. Their spikes are long and sharp, but honestly, it’s like brushing against a sewing needle. Not saying you should sprint into one on purpose (major day-wrecker), but for the most part, they’re easy in, easy out.

The chollas, though… those little “teddy bear” cacti you think you want to hug? Mmm, don’t. Their barbed spikes cling like a tick on a dog and refuse to let go - even with pliers, they can stay buried for days… sometimes a week or more.

This golden-hour set has 20+ artistic, sensual nudes captured in that perfect desert light. And the last photo? Let’s just say I got a little too close to a cholla… and it definitely left its mark. 😲