S.T.OB Analysis:
Strengths:
I like to think I have a unique talent for blending different types of multimedia and creating visually stunning collages. My ability to express abstract concepts through my work sets myself apart, and I’d like to think my creativity knows no bounds.
Things to develop:
I found that in the world of portraiture, there where endless possibilities for creative expression. By exploring mixed media techniques, i’ll be able to bring a unique depth and texture to my portrait. With the combination of traditional drawing and painting methods, along with digital tools, i’ll be able to experiment with new forms and push the boundary of what is possible in portraiture.
Opportunities:
With creative freedom of Mixed media portraiture it will allow for a wide range of creative expression. With the ability to use a variety of materials I can create unique textures, layers, and color schemes that are not possible with traditional media.
The exploration of new materials is an exciting part of mixed media portraiture I look forward to. Hopefully i’ll explore different types of paper, fabric, paint, and even found objects to add depth and dimension to my piece.
Personalization will allow me to incorporate meaningful elements, such as photographs, text, or symbols, that represent my subject’s personality and identity..
Barriers:
My own negative thoughts, beliefs, and fear of failure could very well create a mental barrier that prevent from reaching overall potential.
Exploring Portraiture in a Non-Traditional Sense: A Study on Trauma
Introduction:
The purpose of this project proposal is to outline a plan for my development and implementation of my personal project aimed at exploring the myriad of media on portraiture in a non-traditional sense. The project will specifically focus on the underlying message of how I perceive traumatic experiences in portraiture. The proposed project aims to push the boundaries of traditional portraiture by utilizing various media i’ve learned over the year incorporating such media as photography, painting, and mixed media to convey the emotional complexities of trauma. Through this project, I hope it can create a platform for discussion and awareness surrounding the long-lasting impact of trauma on individuals.
My Objectives:
To explore the emotional complexities of trauma through portraiture
To challenge traditional concepts of portraiture by utilizing various media
Hopefully create a platform for discussion and awareness surrounding trauma
Scope:
The scope of this project will include the creation of a series of portraits I hope to incorporate into one another that will represent the emotional impact of trauma. The portraits will utilize various media, such as photography, painting, and mixed media, to convey the message in a non-traditional sense. The project will also include a series of written pieces that will accompany the portraiture. These written pieces will envelope the emotional complexities of trauma and the inspiration behind each portrait. I hope to encapsulate reasearch and contextuals from an upcoming Peter Howson exhibition, my recent experience at ex CAP student Sam’s Exhibition “I WoZ ErE” and using Francis Bacon’s experience with trauma and violence in his work to derive inspiration for my final Piece.
Deliverables:
The deliverables of this project will include a collection of collaged portraits and written pieces that will be presented at the exhibition at the end of the year. Hopefully at the exhibition my piece will serve as a platform for discussion and awareness surrounding trauma.
Timeline:
The proposed timeline for this project is approximately 6 weeks, with the following key milestones:
Week 1-2: Research and development
Week 3-5: Creation of portraits and written pieces
Week 6: Exhibition preparation
I plan to evaluate all my work throughout this whole process stopping to evaluate how taking any tangent choices could affect the outcome of the work in question and an encapsulated final end of project evaluation.
Resources:
The resources i’ll likely require to successfully execute this project include access to various media and materials for the creation of the portraits.
Conclusion:
The proposed project aims to explore the emotional complexities of trauma through portraiture, utilizing various media to challenge traditional concepts of portraiture. The project will hopefully create a platform for discussion and awareness surrounding the long-lasting impact of traumatic experiences on individuals. With careful planning and execution, this project has the potential to create meaningful change on myself and hopefully inspire individuals to take action towards promoting mental health and wellbeing.
