Self-portrait is an art that an artist uses to represent oneself, the first self-portrait ever known was created by Bek. A portrait is an image of the likeness of a person and puts emphasis on personal attributes. Some of the earliest portraits, which still exist are the portraits found in Fayum, Egypt. The portraits depict natural qualities like gracefulness and exhibit life-like characteristics. The characteristics depicted by different portraits are highly individualistic in nature, like the Fayum portrait. The Fayum portrait tends to show a woman who is graceful and well poised. It is very specific, as it tends Continue reading...
