About this work

"The Ugly Duckling" talks about the feeling of not belonging and the courage to be yourself until others understand you. The bird is not depicted as quiet or perfect—its strong outlines and vivid colors reveal an undisguised character. Black lines shape her silhouette and inner rhythm, while the blue surroundings reinforce the impression that she is moving through deep, uncertain water. It is precisely in this collision of diversity and space that its strength arises: what once seemed like a flaw can become a sign of uniqueness.