“Staying Ugly” isn’t just a philosophy for Guzman, it’s the raw essence of his journey and his life credo.
The collection embodies his authenticity and drive, transforming adversity into beauty. Each piece is a fragment of Guzman’s story, showing his resilience and passion. It reminds us that greatness comes from staying true to oneself and never giving up.
Harif Guzman is a modern American artist who embodies the spirit of rebellion and raw creativity. Born in Venezuela and raised in the gritty streets of New York City, Guzman’s life is a canvas of contrasts—where street culture meets high art, and where his journey from graffiti to galleries tells a story of relentless passion.
Guzman’s art is a reflection of his life: unfiltered, intense, and unapologetically authentic. Starting as an immigrant and a homeless skater, he began making art in the 1990s honing his skills traveling between the skating scenes of San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York. His early works captured the pulse of urban life, mixing punk rock vibes with the stark reality of the city—as he says himself, his greatest source of inspiration was survival. His style is a mashup of bold imagery, rich in symbolism, and extremes that dare to explore the darker sides of human experience while celebrating individuality and personal interactions.
As he transitioned from the streets to the art world, Guzman’s work retained its edge, never losing the grit that made it resonate so deeply with his audience. Today, his pieces are more than just art—they are pieces of his journey, each one infused with the raw energy of his life story.
Guzman’s collaborations and exhibitions across the globe continue to break boundaries, making his art not just a visual experience, but a statement. With every creation, he invites you to see the world through his lens—the chaotic, fluid, unstable nature of the 21st century where creativity is limitless, and the rules are meant to be broken.
Inspired by Tokyo's vibrant scene in the early 2000s, it blends cultural flair with artist’s personal expression. Each piece features Guzman’s unique style and its glowing eyes add a magical touch.
TUD’s legs are stabilized with an in-built additional weight. Pets, children and party people having fun or messing around are never a threat to your precious art piece.
NFC allows to make sure your TUD is authentic and only yours.
Do not disassemble
the duck
Avoid contact with water and humidity over 40%
Do not leave in direct sunlight above 30°C (86°F)
Transport the duck in its original foam & package
Wipe with
a supplied cloth
Possible seam variation is from 0.2 to 5 mm (0.008-0.2 inches)
Limited edition of 350 art pieces created in collaboration with Harif Guzman
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