Unspoken

This self-portrait explores the idea of identity becoming distorted and silenced through the influence of the digital world. The closed mouth represents the inability to express one’s true thoughts and emotions, suggesting how social media and digital expectations can pressure individuals to hide their authentic selves. The portrait reflects Digital Decay through the deterioration of identity as technology increasingly influences how we see ourselves. Distorted features, digital textures and fragmented elements symbolise the breakdown between the real self and the version presented online. The artwork questions whether our digital identities are becoming more important than who we truly are.