Artistic Perspectives by Frazier: Module 15 Self-Portrait

Module 15: Self Portrait!! (I love sefies!)

1. Why did you select the inspiration pieces? I selected the inspiration pieces because i wanted my final self portrait to look similar to the ones I chose. I like each portrait in it's own special way and I wanted to include them in my reflection in my blog.

2. Why did you select the media to create your self-portrait? I simply selected a pencil and paper to draw my picture. I think it is the simplest form of art. I like the way it looks too, it makes every aspect of the picture very defined. I think it looks original when drawn with pencil and no color.

3. What challenges did you face in creating your self-portrait and how did you overcome them? The only challenge I faced when doing my self portrait was trying to make the picture look like myself. In my childhood I used to draw pictures often of cartoon characters or of my friends and family. But since then I have not been practicing drawing so I am rusty. So I struggled to try to make the real photo and my drawing match as close as possible. I just kept trying to remember how I used to draw and relaxed and enjoyed the drawing process.

4. How does this piece represent you? It shows how I can be happy no matter what the circumstances going on in my life. I recently lost my job and have been missing my grandfather who passed away around this time two years ago. However, I like that I am able to smile through any type of problem going on in my life. It is incredible how much a simple smile can do for your self esteem!

5. What elements and principles of art did you apply in this work? I applied the majority of art elements and principles to my picture. I used lines to define my eyes and pretty much entire picture so you can tell what is what. I used to value and contrast with the pencil to highlight certain areas to give it more definition. I liked that feature especially. I emphasized certain areas like my smile and the background. Lastly, there is unity in my picture because it gives a warm, happy effect, showing that not only is summer on it's way and the semester is over, but that I tried my best to keep a positive attitude and happy mentality through it all!

6. Did you enjoy working on this project? Yes! I liked this project the best. Not just because I was drawing a picture of myself, but because it was a liberating process. I like drawing so I enjoyed the entire thing.

7. What do you think of your final artwork? I think it came out nice. I am inspired to draw more often like i used to as a kid. Hope you enjoyed my picture.