A Thought in my Head
. In this series titled A Thought in My Head, I use a variety of mixed media and digital techniques to create self-portraits discussing topics of self-identity, mental health, and introspection. This project spurs a dialog with the viewer about these issues as much as it is a deeply personal expression and exploration of my own thoughts and emotions .
The words and phrases I have chosen are taken from my journal and placed next to drawings and paintings of creatures, shapes, and colors that make up a visual environment that is entirely myself. This work is the closest I can get to looking within myself and the thoughts I have. The processing of these thoughts can often make me feel as if I am isolated, lost, and indecisive. This series was created to fashion a meditative and reflective environment in which I live among the thoughts and conversations I have with myself.
If the viewer can reconsider how they treat themselves, among others with mental health issues, as well as somehow relate to the work in their own personal way, I feel as if my work has done its job. Creating conversations about mental health and self-identity can positively shift the way we all view these issues and potentially can make it easier for others who feel like they don’t have a voice .
Too Much Too Little
Turning Blue
Your Local Consumer
Turn it Off
In Circles
Thought-less Wanderings
The Price of TIme
Talking Heads
I think that you thought
Ideal Living
Among the Tiles
Linger
