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How have selfies changed, and why does it matter?

Selfies have changed significantly, from it's quality to the technology. The Evolution of selfies matters because it changes how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us.

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Robert Cornelius’s self-portraits are a reflection of the pioneering tools of early photography.

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During the 1840s, photography was a newly emerging art form and scientific pursuit. Self-portraits, were rare and often viewed as a demonstration of technical skill or personal ambition.

Cornelius's photographs were created using early photographic technologies, which involved a silver-coated copper plate, and long exposure times.

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Vincent Van Gogh's self-portraits reflects how he sees himself. He also uses his portraits to express his inner turmoils. 

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Van Gogh's portraits reflects the tools and technique of his time period by:

His oil paintings

Expressive brushwork

These tools and techniques helped him stray away from the traditional realistic portraits, and allowed him to make more emotional artwork.

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Frida painted her first self-portrait in September 1926. This was followed by many other images of herself, in which she reflected her current emotional and physical circumstances.

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Frida presented her art as something she did to feel less lonely.

Frida's art uses vibrant colors to represent Mexican folk art.

Her self-portraits went against the societal norms of her time by expressing raw emotions through her art.

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Cindy's portraits had their own identity, with innovative photography, costume, and meanings.

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Sherman's main tool, was photography. Which she used both traditionally and formally.

Her portraits reflect the multiplicity of identity. Rather than presenting a singular or authentic self.

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Sarah Lucas’s self-portraits serve as a reflection of their time by utilizing accessible materials and techniques to go against cultural norms about gender and identity.

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Lucas’s self-portraits embody values of individualism, authenticity, and feminist critique.

Lucas’s work often confronts societal expectations of femininity and masculinity, challenging norms about beauty, sexuality, and identity.

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Tracey's self-protraits, created mainly through the 1990's and early 2000's, used embroidery, neon lights, drawing, and installation's.

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Emin's embroidered self-portraits and neon works utilize accessible, everyday materials that emphasize raw honesty and immediacy.

Emin’s self-portraits often feature candid, unfiltered depictions of her life, emotions, and experiences.

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The term "selfie" was first used in an Australian online forum on September 13, 2002.

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Kim K, is one of the many social media personas that popularized the use/term of the "Selfie."

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After reading "How Do You See Your Self(ie),"

I view selfies as more than just casual photos. Selfies are a new way to express yourself, finding more about yourself, and a way to stand up against cultural norms. From this project, I learned that self-expression through media is a way to communicate ideas, and emotions.