Self Portraits
Who are you? Self portraits are a great way to express who you are! It does not have to be limited to just drawing a face that looks just like you. The details you choose to add or the medium you choose to use can express that concept of identity. . . Who are you? What are your likes, what are some things that capture the essence of your character. Could it be the expression on your face, the colors you choose to include, the objects you might include in the piece?
Check out some of the images and see how artists have explored this concept. How are they different? How are they similar? Some Options and Ideas for Self Portraits:
- Look in a mirror or your computer screen and do a blind contour drawing or yourself. Check out my demo video :) - Create a monochromatic mood portrait. Use different shades of one color. How does the color you choose connect to you?
- Take a inspired self portrait. Set the stage with items that have become a part of how you have been experiencing our time during social distancing, then take a picture of yourself with the objects. Many photographers create self portraits, check out the link below for some great examples.
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- Practice those scissors skills and make a cut paper self portrait
More ideas. . .- draw a self portrait from observation or a photo
- make a self portrait out of recycled materials - create a wire sculpture of your face - use old magazines and create a collage portrait - create an abstract self portrait - create a cartoon version of yourself Whatever you choose to do HAVE FUN! Explore what is possible, make a plan, create, and then share what you did!
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