Drawing The Line Artwork

My fundamental aim was to create a self-portrait that demonstrated vulnerability but with a pinch of ‘eff- you’ on the side. A painting that explores confinement but also alludes to transformation and movement. Growth. I explored the emotional journey one endures when hitting rock-bottom, and aimed to depict the start of this journey through the painting. Drawing a line and moving forward. The artwork is ultimately a celebration of human resilience; our ability to transcend through dark phases and emerge a stronger person. The painting features embroidery detailing; something I have recently introduced into my paintings and it’s something I would like to provide some context for. It is not about perfect delicate embroidery, it is about restoration and self preservation. When sewing the canvas it feels as though I am taking the time to repair. Along with the embroidery detailing, the surface of the painting has lots of interesting textural qualities that are complimented by the expressive painterly brush-strokes.