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Introspective Self-Portraits

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

'My Inner Selves' by Natalia Shaidenko Examines Her Personas

— December 6, 2009 — Art & Design
By nature, self-portraits are introspective, but 'My Inner Selves' by Natalia Shaidenko takes this phenomenon to surreal heights with this digital illustration series. Each image depicts a different aspect of Shaidenko's personality, whether it's the playful balloon-wielding inner child or the depressed young woman who can't seem to shake her bad mood.

After you check out more images of 'My Inner Selves' by Natalia Shaidenko above, keep clicking for more clever self-portraits.

Implications - Art has a powerful impact on its consumers, who look to it to evoke familiar emotions that are often difficult to express. Companies who create introspective works will connect to a wide variety of consumers.
Trend Themes
1. Introspective Art - Artists are exploring their own personalities in surreal ways through their art, providing a new form of introspective expression for consumers.
2. Digital Self-portraits - Advancements in digital technology are allowing artists to explore self-portraiture in new and imaginative ways, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for tech companies.
3. Multifaceted Personalities - The portrayal of multiple personas in art is becoming more popular, indicating a growing acceptance and appreciation for the complexity of human personality.
Industry Implications
1. Digital Art - Advancements in digital technology are creating opportunities for artists to explore new forms of self-expression through digital media.
2. Mental Health - Introspective art that explores different facets of an individual's personality can help to promote mental health and self-awareness, creating potential for innovation in the mental health industry.
3. Consumer Goods - Companies can use introspective art to create deeper connections with consumers by evoking emotion and providing a means of self-expression through their products.
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