One of my favorite things is seeing figures I studied in school thriving in their field. It's cool to go from viewing Crosby’s work in articles to witnessing the projects she’s creating today.
It was great joining Njideka Akunyili Crosby — a gifted Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist — to unveil our first portrait together. This piece reflects so many chapters of Michelle and my story, and we’re thrilled that it will be on display in the Hope and Change lobby at the Obama Presidential Center starting this Juneteenth.