Blue Haircut 1972

In "Blue Haircut" by Jim Dine, we see delicate lines that create a figure, a hand, and a flower, all coexisting in a single frame. I think about Dine in his studio, maybe scratching away at a plate, reworking it, and changing the image. You know, I sympathize with artists who depict themselves, it’s a strange and awkward thing. Are they trying to capture something essential, or just playing with a reflection? I wonder what he was thinking when he made it. I am drawn to the hand, so boldly placed there, and all the faint scratches around the head like a halo. The flower is a beautiful accent, too. It’s a reminder that artists are always talking to each other, borrowing ideas, and pushing boundaries. Each piece becomes part of a larger story. It is like a conversation happening across time. So much intention is conveyed and yet it still remains open to interpretation.