President Barack Obama

thomasblackshear

figurative

low key portrait

portrait

portrait subject

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

celebrity portrait

digital portrait

Thomas Blackshear, born in 1955, is a renowned American artist known for his powerful and realistic portraiture. In this piece, "President Barack Obama," Blackshear portrays the former president in a formal pose, arms crossed, against a backdrop of classical architecture. A golden coin, inscribed with the words "President of the United States," hovers above Obama's head, adding a symbolic and majestic element to the composition. Blackshear's choice of setting and symbolism emphasizes the historical significance and gravitas of Obama's presidency, evoking an aura of leadership and influence.