Reflective Distorted Self-Portrait

Create a self-portrait in pencil from looking into a reflective object that distorts.

The samples on this page should give you an idea of what we are after.

  • Use any highly reflective object. (Pots, pans, irons, tree ornaments, serving tray, etc.)
  • You may include the whole object or just concentrate on your reflection.
  • Use a good range of values.
  • Work in any monochromatic medium you like.
  • Establish a wide range of grays.
  • Don't worry about really strange distortions.
  • Make sure you are somewhat recognizable.

 

Here is a 16th century sample from Art History by PARMIGIANINO

 

Example below by M.C. Escher

 
The examples below demonstrate a variety of possibilities at various levels.

 

 

 


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Rita DaMico

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Ainsley Buckner
Advanced options: Use colored pencils or paint.