Self portaits let me create to my highest level or art. I can mix any colour, any texture, any lighting, anywhere, anyhow. Since this work is literally self-contained (makeup, costuming, photography and post processing are all self-created), I am able to work whenever inspiration hits. The camera is one of many tools that I use to create the finished art. It helps me learn about myself, not only how I look to the world, but also how I react to it. What I have learned has occu