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Acclaimed Nigerian visual artist Njideka Akunyili-Crosby created the first official portrait of former president Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama together for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, which opens to the public on Juneteenth.

"Barack and I were so honored to have Njideka Akunyili Crosby create our portrait for the Obama Presidential Center. Her artistic brilliance shines through — and the way she infused such life and joy into the piece is truly extraordinary. We love it, and we think everyone who visits the Center will too!" wrote Michelle Obama on her social media.

Over the years, Njideka has established herself as one of the most celebrated contemporary artists of her generation.

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Acclaimed Nigerian visual artist Njideka Akunyili-Crosby created the first official portrait of form...

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Celebrity Gist: Congratulations Njideka Akunyili-Crosby!.
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