Self-Portrait

In my self-portrait, I address the theme of self-discovery and inner transformation. The central symbol is a lizard, which in Renaissance art was associated with renewal and rebirth. Since I was born in the Year of the Snake, I initially intended to depict that creature, but I decided to reinterpret this image through the symbolism of a lizard that is closer to me. The fantastical space surrounding me reflects my inner world, where reality intertwines with imagination. For me, this piece is about humanity’s capacity to change while retaining its individuality.