Self portraits

• Paper

• Drawing materials: Pencils, pens, markers, crayons, colored pencils - the choice is yours!

• Consider exploring paints, stencils, or collage materials for a more vibrant experience.

• An iPad can be used with a variety of drawing apps, such as Procreate.

Traditional vs. ideal: Capture the essence of two different perspectives through portraiture. One illustrating your usual self-perception, and another portraying how you aspire to be perceived.
Inner world: Create a visual representation of yourself, using symbols or imagery that reflect your emotions, thoughts, or experiences.
Masks we wear: Create a self-portrait where your face is represented as a mask. What type of mask are you currently donning? Why?
Various Aspects of your emotions: Make a collage or fragmented self-portrait. Are you feeling a wide range of emotions? How can you effectively communicate your thoughts and emotions?

• Find a quiet space: Minimise distractions and create a safe environment for introspection.

• Take a few long deep breathes: Calm your mind and ground your emotions.

1. Don't stress about your artistic abilities! Embrace the freedom of self-expression.

2. Try out various materials to discover which ones provide the most comfort and allow for self-expression.

3. Try exploring different ways to express your emotions:

   • Colours

   • Lines and mark making

   • Material textures

   • Symbolic representation

   • Abstract expression

   • Spontaneous sketching

• Once you've finished crafting your self-portrait, it's important to set aside a moment for introspection.

• What emotions or themes do you notice coming to the surface?

• What insights does this self-portrait offer into your self-perception and the image you project to the world?