Original Version, Symbolic Digital Art, Landscape, 1920 x 1080 px

Digital drawing of a hand reaching toward a yellow rose, with blood on the fingertips from its thorns, on a blue background.

This illustration tells a simple yet powerful story. The rose — soft and vibrant — is protected by thorns, challenging any hand that dares to touch it. "Thorns Before Touch" reflects the pain that often accompanies intimacy, the quiet violence of vulnerability, and the strength in self-preservation.