Gomes employs a graphic design approach to reframe the classic self-portrait, focusing on the enigmatic mimicry of Dali’s most recognizable features. By stripping away excess detail, the artist highlights the interaction of bold shapes and expressive lines, creating a bridge between photorealistic realism and abstract symbolism.

The piece functions as a tribute to the anatomy of a creative mind, merging consciousness with the unconscious through a disciplined, expressionist lens. It explores complex realities by isolating the figure against a stark background, allowing the viewer to engage directly with the psychological exploration inherent in the subject's gaze.