Sam 2021

"Sam," a 2021 portrait by Monica Ikegwu, depicts a young Black man standing against a blue backdrop. His expression is stoic, his hands clasped in front of him, and he is dressed in a blue sweatshirt with a school logo. The background features a soft blue fabric that seems to be billowing, creating a sense of movement and energy. The painting's hyperrealistic style and focus on the subject's gaze create an intimate connection between the viewer and the subject, inviting contemplation of identity and representation.