Self-Portraits 2007

Self-portraits have been a method of self-exploration since humans first gazed at their own reflection in a pool of water. With the invention of the mirror came an even stronger fascination to capture one's likeness. And even within the past ten years, the public's fascination with the way an artist sees him/herself has led to exhibitions like the National Self-Portrait Collection in the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery.

Self-portraits, we have found, can be carefully staged to show the audience only what the artist wishes to project, or deeply revealing, inadvertently displaying feelings of anguish and pain. Self-portraits have been used to test new techniques, make a signature mark, launch into self-study, remember the past, and as a way to release emotion. Whichever way artists choose to construct their images, they are each forced to study their own personas both physically and emotionally.

What do artist's find when they search the mirror? For some the self-portrait is cathartic experience, a letting go of pent-up emotions. For others, the process reveals new insights about themselves and their work. For all artists, the self-portrait is an exploration, an opportunity to see beyond the image in the mirror and begin to search into the soul.

http://userpages.umbc.edu/~ivy/selfportrait/conclusion.html

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[ooglegail]

you modelled for h+m?

[DrawLove]

the H&M shoot was fun...if only it would have been a real H&M shoot.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[jacrdnl]

What is the name of this song?

[ballucanb1]

Love your look I think you are much more cute without the fur on your face, you have great bone structure....wish I looked that good......

[crycfos]

... and the oscar winners of gays 2007

[Glamourpunk84]

great too

[mialisa2k7]

This is beautiful....:D

[Renitamac]

Why are you not a model?

[obamadidit2008]

you photograph extremely well.

[ooglegail]

One day my friend, one day.

Happy New Year hun x

-hope you make more vids for 2009!

[sushibyte]

that's beautiful that you've chosen to follow your dreams and showcase your personality.

you are a great role model and I'll keep on supporting you