Self-portrait

(C) 2018 Dale DiMauro

Recently, I started this self-portrait. It will be a while before it is done as it is on a full sheet which measures 22"x 30". However, the colors, angles, light and natural pose make it an intriguing composition. I particularly like the vertical orientation with all the space above my head.

It has some modern elements such as the vacuum sealed potato chip bag, which draws the eye into the picture. This subject matter was inspired by a trip last summer to Portland, Maine.

However, it does feel odd to paint yourself on a large scale. In addition, it is a challenge to view myself objectively without some sort of bias. Regardless, I think this watercolor is off to a good start but it could end up looking like someone else.