Old Self Portrait

This is a collage I made when I was a lot younger, probably between ages 7 and 9. I used Photoshop to add the spider and lengthen my nails and teeth. It shows my early interest in collage and photography and my humor. My hair was actually red at the time of the photo, which is something similar to me today since I still have my hair dyed. I remember my dad taking photos of me like this one in his studio and then helping me Photoshop them. This one became a poster on our wall for a few years and I would always smile when I saw it because of what it reminded me of and because it is so ridiculous.

Newer Self Portrait

This photo was taken by my mom at the Chihuly Museum in Seattle during spring break of last year. I like this photo because it’s an honest portrait. I never want my photo taken during trips or get togethers, but my mom always takes them anyway. I don’t enjoy being in front of the camera at all and prefer to be behind it. So, in rebellion, I usually make a face at the camera or I don’t smile, but I like this one most because it is truly candid. I remember not wanting my photo taken, but this one is actually my real reaction, not one I put on to rebel. This portrait also shows me in an artistic environment and although it’s not visible in the photo, I had my Holga camera around my neck.