The human figure between representation and deconstruction: self-portrait
The research explores the role of self-portraiture in modern and Contemporary Art in the context of changes in socio-political and cultural landscapes. The process of deconstruction is achieved through fragmentation, exaggeration, or distortion of forms. In the past, Art was guided by rules regarding techniques, mediums, and conventional methods of display. However, Contemporary Art breaks away from these norms and principles. It reflects human existence, with the human body and psyche being a central theme. The body is an interface between individuals and society, and visual contact generates the first impression of an inter-human relationship. Socio-political, economic, and cultural transformations, as well as advancements in technology, have fragmented and distorted reality. Individuals are now searching for a new identity, which is reflected in Contemporary Art where the image of the human figure is often alienated from the original subject.
Mariana Lavinia Mihuș is an artist born in Baia Mare, Romania. She has shown her works in several exhibitions in Romania and Slovakia.
