Recently I cleaned up in my studio. Found prints from a regular home printer and some old sketches of myself, was ready to dump everything in the trash. At the last minute i stopped!!! Asked maybe I can do something ??/ This the result.... 

This Sketchbook (80 sheets total) decided to use only for self portraits. It is a very interesting journey. The techniques have changed with my and surrounding  mood. All are quick works. At some point I also done some Collages (see separete collection). Looking forward to see where my journey will take me in the future...

The Self portrait drawing Collection, I gave myself few rules. Size of paper height 100 cm, horizontal 70 cm + black (pan) pastel. In addition added something connected to me personally. 

Why self portraits?

For many years, I have been engaged in self-portraiture. The project started as an attempt to learn how to paint portraits (it was difficult to find a model, so I chose myself). I developed my technique and aimed to express experiences and emotional depth which over time became an obsession.

My first self portraits were created by looking in a mirror. Using different techniques and mediums.   I found an unexpected fascination with my "self".  I construct and deconstruct my image with delicate lines, erasuures and layers, often infused with selfirony. i turn self-observation into a way of bridging feelings of disconnectiob and creating a renrwed sense of self. The turning point came when I began preparing for the group exhibition "Body Signs" (curated by Carmel Goffer). From that moment onwards, I began to find a profound significance between myself as a individual and my portraits which reflected different aspects of my personal life.

My works range from intimate small pieces to large-scale drawings and video animations, inviting the viewer into a direct and personal enconter.

 (For more information about Exhibitions mentioned in the Collection please refer to my CV under About section)

(For more information about Exhibitions mentioned in the Collection please refer to my CV under About section.)

(For more information about Exhibitions mentioned in the Collection please refer to my CV under About section.)

(For more information about Exhibitions mentioned in the Collection please refer to my CV under About section.)