Inspired by the quote, “Humans who would dare to play God must pay a steep price for their arrogance. That is the truth,” from the show Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Kayla’s piece titled The Arrogance of Man explores the moral and existential consequences of humanity’s pursuit of godlike power. She uses the piece to question the ethical boundaries that are crossed when individuals attempt to claim a power that is beyond their understanding. By doing this, Kayla reflects on the inherent flaws and limitations of human nature.

Through the use of symbolism such as skeletons, skulls, and religious motifs, Kayla creates a piece of work that intertwines mortality, hubris, and divine judgment. Overall, The Arrogance of Man challenges viewers to confront the dangers of unchecked ambition and the moral cost of human arrogance.