"My self-portrait started as an experimental artwork, as I delved into this painting style as using acrylic paint was a medium that I am not comfortable with. The image depicts me in an honourable pose, showing my own perspective on both my personal confidence and development throughout the passing years. Ben Quilty, Basquiat, Andy Warhol, Jonnie Cheatwood and Joseph Lee were my main sources of inspiration. The work of these artsists further influenced my style throughout the planning process. Despite a final work that was not like these art movements I gravitated to Dadaism and Anti-art movements, because I wanted to create a work that discussed the relevance and meaning of art in modern society. The grungy and dark works of both Basquiat and George- Eugene Hausmann had a striking and emotive artistic effect which was something I admired and aspired to replicate."

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