This black-and-white self-portrait explores perception and identity through the optical distortion of a simple glass of water. The image captures the fragmented interplay between reality and illusion—one side revealing an unaltered face, the other transformed by refraction into an almost surreal, painterly reflection. The contrast of light and shadow enhances the introspective mood, evoking questions about how we see ourselves versus how we are perceived. A minimalist composition with deep, cinematic tones adds to the mystery, inviting the viewer to look beyond the surface and contemplate the