A young girl stands by an gate, her eyes focused on an origami bird just beyond. The bird, crafted with care and precision, symbolises the adulthood she quietly observes from a distance. No barriers hold her back; instead, she stands in a space of patient expectation, watching as the bird moves freely, representing the independence and self- determination she associates with growing up. The gate serve as a metaphorical threshold, a gentle reminder that the freedom and responsibilities of adulthood are close, yet still something she waits to fully experience. This moment captures the innocence of youth, gazing toward the complexities of the adult world with curiosity and wonder. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1a-ws5MPYaOWbmoYApEoauDQpW6Hsx9PI Painting, Sketching, Drawing Becoming the Bird Acrylic 24X21 5000 A young woman stands with quiet determination, the origami bird now behind the women. What once symbolized the freedom and dreams of adulthood has evolved into something more complex. Her face reflects the depth of her journey-no longer marked by innocence, but by the realities of adult life. The bird, once a symbol of boundless possibilities, now carries the subtle weight of the challenges and pressures that come with independence. Her express
ion speaks of the balancing act between ambition and the unseen burdens that come with growing up. The scene captures the nuanced transition into adulthood, where freedom and responsibility intertwine, shaping her into someone strong yet contemplative.