amy sherald
Oh, the paintings of Baltimore based painter Amy Sherald. I love her work, and guess who else does? Michelle Obama. Yes! On October 13th, it was announced that the former first lady has chosen Amy to paint her official portrait for the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery! Amazing, and literally the perfect choice. I cannot wait to see the final painting. Can. Not. Wait.
ps. President Obama made a wonderful choice too… Kehinde Wiley will be painting Barack’s portrait!
LOVE these paintings! Thank you.
Thank you so much for introducing me to the work of Amy Sherald. So beautiful. Her website (www.amysherald.com) is fantastic.
I was beyond excited when I heard the choices the Obamas had made for their official portraits-both artists are brilliant and, like you, I cannot wait to see the final product!!!!
totally agree! both are such exciting choices! i wonder when the reveal will be?!
I just saw her give an artist talk before the opening of the Outwin exhibit here in KCMO! I’m so happy for her and thrilled to have her show piece in town during this awesome time.
THUMBS UP!!!!