THE POWER OF SELF…. THE FREEDOM OF SELF PORTRAITURE IS A LEARNING EXPERIENCE AND ONE I WILL DARE TO TRY AGAIN AND AGAIN. THIS IS MY FIRST SELF PORTRAIT I am so glad I took on this painting. What a great learning experience about myself and my art. Choosing to really capture my emotions without using a mirror and trying to emulate what I think I am is very interesting and fascinating to attempt. The power of self is just that, POWERFUL. If you are an Artist and have not tried to create a self portrait, then I urge you to do so. I think you will find it fun and liberating. My next portrait will be of a more serious nature. I will try and capture my soul on the canvas with a realistic to surrealistic conclusion. Medium___Acrylics and Inks on Canvas 3/4" Sides___ Painted BLACK (staple free sides) Title___"SELF" Year___2010 Size___36 x 24" (36" High x 24" Wide x 3/4" Deep) SIGNED *NO FRAME NEEDED* **GALLERY WRAPPED CANVAS** *SHIPS READY TO HANG* Fine Art Varnish was applied to protect your investment from UV RAYS and DIRT - DUST PARTICALS. This is NOT A PRINT OR A GICLEE OF ANY KIND! **This is an Original Acrylic Painting** on Canvas which ships direct from the Artist's Studio. Shipping: Priority Mail / Fully Insured / Delivery Confirmation / Worldwide *** SIGNATURE: my signature is always on the front of my paintings as well as on the back. (usually Located on right side) a photo of me-the artist and a full biography is also attached to the back of each canvas. *** COPYRIGHT: this original painting by laura barbosa is protected under copyright laws and may not be reproduced in any manner without the artist's written permission. *** COA included /SIGNED/DATED