My Concept

The act of doing something for you and your happiness is so important, especially for your mental health and well-being. In a way, I practice self-care by doing the things I love, I projected this into my self-portraits by wearing clothes that fit my three favourite activities.

Firstly, I chose to represent my comfortable side, the me who craves cosiness and loves to take naps or chill with a warm drink in the evenings and watch TV. I find that to keep yourself sane as a student or part-time worker, you need relaxation.

Secondly, I am very active, I love to move my body whether that’s by dancing or spending time at the gym, surrounded by positivity and guidance. I grew up a very strong person and admire that part of me and how it will benefit me in things like my job and university.

Lastly, I portrayed myself in a very dolled-up manner, hair and makeup done, wearing my best dress. I do this because of how it makes me feel, I very rarely go somewhere fancy or out for the night and so when I do, I cherish the moments even more, that side of me that no one sees that often.

Hannah Martin