Tattoos Digital Illustration Quote: " Ultimately, tattoos make unique the surface of one's self, embody one's secret dreams, adorn with magic emblems the Altamira of the flesh." ( Diane Ackerman, A Natural History of the Senses, pg. 100). Statement: The illustration is to show touch in a physical and emotional way. This shows how the skin is a unique fabric to stitch into. Tattoos are seen as the patchwork to the body, hence the phrase, 'don't be sad, get a tattoo'. They are also a form of self-expression and one's identity through the artistry of a needle. I thought to take inspiration from the quote and my own interpretation to create this image I saw in my mind. Much like how patchwork quilts are made with love in their stitches, so are tattoos. Hunger Digital Collage Quote: " We play at devouring each other, digesting each other, we nurse on each other, drink each other's fluids, actually get under each other's skin." ( Dian...
A Few of My Favorite Things: 1) The Doll - This is Sally and I’ve had her since my first Christmas. She has survived almost 21 years in my possession. Recently, she was brutally attacked by dogs and now it is my mission to protect and restore her to her former glory. 2) The Controller - The PS4 controller is something I have used for many years and it has brought me many adventures. I have fond memories of being taken to new worlds and experiencing untold stories. 3) The Earbuds - The blue earbuds I use a lot to bring my ears comforting tunes of death metal and soft indie music. I have listened to a variety of genres with these buds and I appreciate them lasting this long. 4, 5, & 6) The Photos - Each one of these photographs bring me joy because they are of my family and best friend. I love and cherish each photo as a reminder to myself that I am loved and blessed to have these amazing people in my life. 7) The Blanket - The Green Pooh Bear blanket has been through a lot, muc...
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