The artwork titled “Self Portrait, Back of Head (from Pictures of Magazines),” created by Vik Muniz in 2003, is a notable piece within the Conceptual Art movement and falls under the genre of photo.
The artwork presents a unique perspective—the back of a human head and shoulders, meticulously crafted using an assemblage of small, circular cut-outs from various magazines. These cut-outs are composed of diverse colors and text, coalescing to form a mosaic-like image that captures the texture and depth of the subject’s hair and clothing. The intricate arrangement of the magazine pieces reflects the artist’s dedication to detail and his innovative use of everyday materials to create a striking and thoughtful self-portrait. This piece exemplifies Muniz’s technique of repurposing mass media to question the nature of representation and identity.
