Jim Yong Kim, President of Dartmouth College 2012

This realistic portrait by Nelson Shanks, created in 2012, depicts Jim Yong Kim, the President of Dartmouth College, in a contemplative pose. Kim is shown standing in an interior setting with a library in the background, suggesting his position of leadership and intellectual pursuits. Shanks’ masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, highlighting Kim's features and the solemnity of the scene. The portrait serves as a record of Kim's tenure as President, capturing his intellectual and scholarly persona.