vInspired auctions One Direction self-portraits
We are auctioning off portraits drawn by four members of everyone’s favourite boy band, One Direction, to raise money for young volunteers.
Unfortunately Louis was busy being adorable elsewhere and didn't have time to draw one. But you can see the others’ final pieces of artwork below.
Any self-respecting One Direction fan would be proud to hang this one-off piece of stylized, fun art on their bedroom wall!
Fans can bid here to win all four self-portraits from Wednesday, February 6 until Friday, February 15!
According to psychologist Jo Hemmings, the images reveal some surprising secrets about the boys’ personalities.
Jo says: “Self-portraits, especially swiftly drawn images like these, rather than detailed artwork, can be one of two things. Sometimes it is to explore and better understand yourself or it may be to express yourself to others – to allow others to see you as you see yourself or as you wish to be seen. Performers who are used to being in the spotlight, like the One Direction boys, will very often reveal their hidden anxieties or underlying personality traits, whatever their public image may be.”
Get a sneak peek of the images and Jo’s analysis below.
The funds raised through the sale of the boys’ pictures will go towards vInspired’s work helping young people build their confidence and skills through volunteering. Its innovative programmes are designed to help all young people, no matter what their backgrounds, interests or commitments, to reach their potential whilst doing good things.
Zayn by Zayn
“A huge toothy grin and a well-executed and considered image. This is a boy who is at peace with himself and has a clear sense of self. He’s even making a peace sign with his fingers. It reveals that he’s happy being in the band, but sees his role as the mediator if things get tough. Possibly the most serious band member at times, his image also reveals a lot of maturity for a 20 year old.”
Liam by Liam
“He has drawn a cartoon-like image with a big smiley face. This is a boy who sees himself as the comedian of the band, someone who manages to make people smile even when they may feel tired or sad. It reveals childhood issues of his own, which he has successfully overcome and now he has a healthy self-awareness and confidence, and also perceives that his role is the one who uplifts the mood of the band. His big, bold signature also reveals his influential personality.”
“This is so revealing. He has put his name in inverted commas as well as having drawn his signature hairstyle, which has eclipsed every other facial feature. He recognises that his hairstyle makes him the most recognisable member of the band and, while clearly delighted at the attention that it’s brought him, there is also some underlying concern that his popularity is about his image, rather than the talent he really has to offer. That beaming smile, ending in hard lines also indicates a bit of insecurity about this.”
Niall by Niall
“A very basic pic, Niall has managed to exclude his mouth, ears and hair in his self-portrait. This denotes reservation and a lack of self-confidence – he neither feels that he really has a right to be listened to or to speak up. While his drawing might seem a bit 'lazy', with so many of its key features not drawn in, he has also missed putting his signature on the picture, so maybe he's feeling a bit vulnerable at the moment and not quite as comfortable in his role as some of the other band members. Perhaps a solo career will beckon for Niall!”
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