Self Portrait https://editor.p5js.org/hh3683/sketches/If4jQUFmS
1. What I Did
For this assignment, I created a self-portrait using only basic shapes in p5.js. I combined circles, ellipses, rectangles, and arcs to build up the different parts of the face, hair, and clothing, layering them carefully to give the drawing some depth and character.
2. What Worked
Overall, I was able to put together all of the parts and shapes I wanted. The layering technique worked well, and the shapes came together into something that clearly resembles a portrait. It was satisfying to see how simple primitives could be combined to form more complex features.
3. What Didn’t Work
While I managed to get the arcs and rotated ellipses into the right positions, I don’t fully understand how those transformations are working yet. The final result looks correct, but the process felt a little bit like trial and error. I’d like to explore transformations more deeply so I can place and rotate shapes with more confidence in future projects.