President Obama, acrylic on canvas, 8 x 10 inches.  This was a photograph of President Obama, which inspired me and try and capture the essence of this man, who, in my opinion, is one of the greatest presidents elected by Americans.  We didn’t deserve Barack Hussein Obama II, and his wife, First Lady Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama.  I admired President Obama for his character, his intellect, humor, and presence.  Only one month out of his Presidency, historians polled ranked him 12th most significant president of the United States.

He brought hope and valued humanity in ways that we’ve not seen in a long time.

Here are two underpainting leading to the final painting.