An education, an evolution of the Self, a discovery of who you are and whats important to you, your Self, your Identity. This notion of Self (Note: this is capitalized because of its high importance). If you don't know yourself then how do you know how to be? Philosophers have juggled with the question of the Self such as John Locke and Friedrick Nietzche. Psychologist have lamented over the question of the Self--Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. Religion is based on the Self--Jesus and Buddha. Scientist have questioned what is Self...And yes, even artists have questioned the idea of Self. Tapping into this deep, rich, bank of never-ending possiblities that is sometimes scary, is a juicy resource for making art. Its universal meaning can be accessible to a wider audience besides the "art community," and impact those who have forgotten what their selves are. However, finding the most natural approach while remaining reachable and affecting people is a tricky matter. How do you communicate these abstract and surreal notions about the discovery of the Self? These are questions I've asked myself. After being depressed for awhile about my work and why I do it. I began to think of what artists looked at themselves for ideas behind their art-making, and were able to transform their Self through their work.

1. Leonardo DaVinci
2. Rembrandt
3. Vincent Van Gogh
4. Francisco de Goya
5. Salvador Dali
6. Jackson Pollack
7. Maya Deren
8. Bill Viola
9. Frida Kahlo
10. Peter Sarkisian
11. Ana Mendieta
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