Self Portrait 

Here you can see Chronis Botsoglou’s painted self-portrait. Born in Greece in 1941, Botsoglou’s life and work has been shaped by the tumultuous history of the mid to late 20th century. Botsoglou’s portrait uses watercolor to present a man whose identity seems to be in flux. The face appears raw, almost wounded, with the pinks and reds around the nose and cheeks contrasting with the pallid skin. The eyes are dark and penetrating, hinting at an internal life marked by both contemplation and perhaps some degree of torment. His gaze confronts the viewer directly, challenging us to acknowledge his presence and, by extension, his humanity. As an artist, Botsoglou has explored the intersection of personal experience and collective memory. He examines how we construct our sense of self in relation to the world around us. This self-portrait then, becomes a mirror reflecting not just the artist's image, but also the broader societal and historical forces that have shaped him. It invites us to reflect on our own identities and the complex interplay of factors that make us who we are.