When I Let Go Of What I Am, I Become What I Might Be 2018

"When I Let Go of What I Am, I Become What I Might Be" is a 2018 portrait by Amy Sherald, known for her signature style of rendering Black subjects in grayscale, while imbuing the background with vibrant colors. This piece captures a young Black man with a stoic expression against a soft pink backdrop, dressed in a brown suit with a single orange flower pinned to his lapel, adding a touch of color to the otherwise muted composition. This painting, like much of Sherald's work, explores the complexities of identity and representation within the contemporary art landscape.