Title: Roots - 15 - A Chocolate Smile
Artistic style: Minimalism
Collection: Minimal Immortals: Roots
Background color: #FFCC00
Edition: 1 of 1
In this minimalist portrait titled “A Chocolate Smile,” Barack Obama’s face is depicted with a modern and abstract approach. The portrait shows Obama’s face without eyes or nose, focusing solely on a smiling mouth against a vibrant yellow background.
The minimalist design, with simple lines and bold colors, emphasizes the power of a smile, a feature often seen in many of Obama’s photos. The absence of eyes and nose directs the viewer’s attention to the smile, symbolizing joy, hope, and the impact of a positive demeanor. The yellow background, while creating a beautiful contrast, can also represent Obama’s liberal tendencies and support for individual freedoms.