self-representation
noun
self-rep·re·sen·ta·tion ˌself-ˌre-pri-ˌzen-ˈtā-shən 
-zən-
plural self-representations
: the act or an instance of representing oneself: such as
a
: an artistic likeness or image of oneself
Social media self-representations can be a site for creativity, showcasing photography, clothing ensembles, hair and make-up, making memes and so on.
Kate Douglas
Kate DouglasThe exhibit organizes about 50 paintings into four thematic sections exploring black histories, experiences and self-representations. Pamela Reynold
Pamela Reynold b
: the act or action of serving as one's own lawyer in a legal matter especially in court
a person's right to self-representation
Experts say financial considerations are at the heart of most self-representations, since legal aid frequently will not cover costs when someone is being tried for a minor offence and can't always be counted on when more serious charges are at play. Michelle McQuigge
Michelle McQuiggeNote: In legal terminology, a person who engages in self-representation can be said to be acting pro se or in propria persona.
Word History
First Known Use
1696, in the meaning defined above