Needles II presents a composition defined by contrast and layered complexity. The piece is divided horizontally, with the top half exhibiting a textured field of natural fibers in muted brown and tan tones that invite a tactile response. A found metal band, worn and industrial in character, slices across the canvas, grounding the work while marking a clear boundary. Below this, a dense arrangement of porcupine quills—some natural, others dyed a vivid red—overlap to form a spiky, almost kinetic pattern. The juxtaposition of soft, earthy textures with sharp, pointed elements creates an arresting tension, encouraging close examination of how these opposing forces coexist and interact. The interaction between color, form, and material complexity within the two sections offers a nuanced exploration of natural textures framed through an intentional, measured structure