Farrell - Deconstructed Self-Portrait

My deconstructed self-portrait is made of wood, Masonite, sculpy clay, aluminum wire, acrylic paint, oil paint, yarn and a pair of knitting needles.

When someone asks me who I am, I tell them what I do and what I create. I have been knitting longer then I have done any other kind of art and so I generally start by telling people I am a Knitter. I wanted to show not only my identity as a Knitter with this piece, but how it feels when I pick up a set of needles and some yarn. I become invigorated, passionate and start to feel overwhelmed with the ideas that rush into my mind. I have planned out many of my best pieces of artwork while knitting. As my hands work to create a garment my brain flys and explores my imagination.

Overall I am extremely happy with how the piece turned out, especially since I only started it the night before it was due. I had been working on something else, but I ended up hating it and couldn't stand the thought of turning it in. I liked the way this piece turned out so much  that I want to create a series of similar piece, each focusing on something that I do with my hands that is a part of my identity, i.e. writer, print-maker, crocheter, spinner, ect.