Dominique Joly
A Canadian artist with a passion for portraiture and urban sketching
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Turning a Blurry 1978 Family Photo into Art | Week 1 of my 52-Week Self-Portrait Challenge
CONTINUE READING: Turning a Blurry 1978 Family Photo into Art | Week 1 of my 52-Week Self-Portrait ChallengeCan you turn a blurry, decades-old family photo into a self-portrait? That’s the challenge I took on for Week 1 of my 2026 self-portrait series. In this process video, I share the journey of creating the first portrait in my 52-week challenge–the year I turn 52. Watch as I transform a difficult reference photo into…
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My 52-Week Self-Portrait Challenge for 2026
CONTINUE READING: My 52-Week Self-Portrait Challenge for 2026Join me as I embark on a year-long creative journey—my 52-Week Self-Portrait Challenge for 2026. Each week, I’ll create a unique self-portrait inspired by photos from different moments in my life, from baby pictures to recent selfies. This project explores presence, creative discipline, and personal growth through art. Follow along with monthly compilations, process videos,…