Self-Portrait 1957

Wanda Miller Matthews’s 1957 “Self-Portrait” showcases the artist’s masterful use of printmaking techniques. Rendered in stark black and white, the artwork presents a realistic, yet introspective depiction of the artist, captured in a moment of quiet contemplation. Matthews’s expressive use of line and shading, achieved through the intricate process of etching, creates a sense of depth and texture, imbuing the portrait with a sense of life and emotional weight. This self-portrait stands as a testament to Matthews's talent for capturing both the physical and the internal essence of her subject.