Selfportrait 

Milos Pavlovic, born in Serbia in 1995, made this enigmatic self-portrait using graphite and red ink. The composite image presents a fragmented face, doubled and surreal, crowned with a snail, and connected to a centipede-like neck. The artist's visual language evokes a sense of unease and psychological exploration. The snail could symbolize slow, deliberate movement, or perhaps the burden one carries, while the centipede, an unsettling creature, might speak to vulnerability and the potential for harm. The red ink, suggestive of blood, adds a layer of rawness. The rise of social media has made self-portraiture a dominant mode of artistic expression, particularly for younger artists. Pavlovic seems to offer a darker, more introspective vision. Rather than projecting an idealized image, he delves into the complexities of identity, mortality, and transformation. To better understand this work, one might consider the artist's cultural context and the ways contemporary artists use social media to engage with themes of selfhood. Art history databases and artist interviews can provide further insight into Pavlovic’s artistic intentions and influences.