The white daffodil in “Conquest” symbolizes the silent and widespread onset of the virus, akin to the first horseman of the apocalypse. This piece captures the initial shock and the swift, invisible spread of the pandemic that swept across the globe. The pristine white of the daffodil juxtaposes the ominous nature of the virus, reflecting the stark contrast between the innocence lost and the profound transformation of society. “Conquest” invites viewers to ponder the unseen forces that can drastically alter our world, emphasizing the fragility of normalcy and the pervasive impact of the pandemic’s onset.