Split Self-Portrait
Zoe L.
Oil Paint
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For the last seven years, I have dedicated an enormous portion of my life to volleyball. I have made some of my closest friends through the sport, but as my senior year approached, I faced a challenging decision. Despite my love for volleyball, my true passion always leaned towards a creative path. While my teammates aimed for college commitments, I had a different priority. I yearned to invest more time in design and art. To work through the conflict between art and volleyball, I created a self-portrait painting. It was my biggest project yet, trying to show my inner struggle. The background swirls with various colors (pink, black, blue, red, and white), matching my high school and club team colors. In contrast, the rest of the painting uses an older style like Neoclassicalism. I am seen reaching out into the distance, torn by the decision, standing in a vast open space, searching for answers. I keep reaching out with many questions and doubts about the choice and what comes next, hoping for guidance in the unknown. This choice reflects the tension between two seemingly different worlds I tried to navigate, but it helped me finalize my decision. Despite all the love and dedication I have for volleyball, I knew that my true passion lies in the world of art.
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My creativity is a tangible expression of my inner self and a reminder that everyone is a source of creativity waiting to be unlocked. The process of exploration, the thrill of experimentation, and the satisfaction of bringing an idea to life are what I find most rewarding.
