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Most elegant.
I don't know what program you used but may I recommend revisiting this concept in vector - it will eliminate the pixelated diagonals. ;}
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A lot of layers here.
I know you probably won't care to respond, but I'm feeling reflective today.
I guess I'll start with the less obvious. How is the Anima important here?
It's suppose to be the unconscious feminine.
I would figure the Animus would be more appropriate for you, but then again, I don't really know the reason you included that hashtag.
The white bird and halo are obviously suppose to represent a level of purity and majesty, so how does the Anima fit in that?
Unless I do some deep research, I don't think I'll find out what those symbols above the head are suppose to mean (and even then, it's completely possible you just made them up).
"the gods are small birds but I am the falcon"
Whether 'the gods' are other people or some other concept of authority, it's clear that this is a statement of superiority.
It's also interesting that you phrase yourself as 'the falcon' not 'a falcon'; as if you're the sole power above these 'gods'.
It ultimately makes this all have the movements of a vain gesture. You're not the first person to make such a statement about themselves, and you definitely won't be the last.
I've noticed that many artists on this site have pictured themselves as superior beings, in one form or another; Always holding some sort of power (whether it be physical or otherwise). Many a time, having the attitude of a flimsily benevolent god; like the mythical gods, not hesitating to evoke their will where they see fit. Of course, being more artistically capable helps to sell that concept.
Is it simply an aspiration to be so great? Is it a temporary ignorance of ones own faults and weaknesses? Does it come from witnessing other peoples faults and weaknesses?
Since I'm human, I can say that it's all these reasons and more.
Everyone does it to some degree. It's very rare that I see someone intentionally show the world how horrible they really are.
It takes more courage to focus on that part of yourself. People can even go mad by trying to avoid it. Most people seem to prefer being seen as a mighty figure.
To truly show yourself is to be truly vulnerable.
People think and say that they don't want to be judged by others, but that's not quite it.
We don't want to be found lacking.
Subjective Opinion is one thing, but Objective Fault is another.
If this image is how you wish to be/think you are, then the reality could very well be unspeakable.
But if this isn't suppose to represent you, then who cares, I guess.
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- This falcon = not a representation of the artist, but a(nother falcon) character of an original story
- ANIMA = name of this story (heavily playing on the words for soul, animal, breath, which are all pivotal themes to this story)
- the symbols above the falcon's head = not made up, but cuneiform script. Also known as mankind's oldest form of writing
- "the gods are small birds but I am the falcon" = a phraise credited to Ishtar, Sumerian goddess. Used as metaphor and playing heavily on this character's theme (again, not linked to the artist or meant as representation)
(also, regarding "artists depicting themselves as superior beings" = during my almost 13 years of being a member of this site, i actually always experienced the opposite case. Speaking of personal depiction, many artists on this site rather go for the classic "vent art", where they depict themselves as anything but superior)
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Thanks for the response.
My interpretation could only have gone a couple of ways, I suppose.
You two are pretty mysterious with your art and personal projects, though.
I'm very glad that you've taken the time to explain all of this for me.
I hope you can understand why I interpreted it the way I did.
I guess I'm sorry for stealing the mysticism from anyone who cares to read this.
I can understand your case on vent art, but I guess we just have different ways of looking at it.
I didn't mean "mighty figure" or "superior being" as a purely good thing, but as kind of a means of self-pity, self interest, etc.
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What a great work! Thank you for posting such a piece. It's quite pleasing to the eye!
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Was bedeutet wohl die Keilschrift ΓΌber seinem Kopfe?
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