Former first lady Michelle Obama’s official portrait continues to live up to her reputation. The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery announced earlier this month that it had to move the painting because of its overwhelming popularity. This new space, the gallery said, provides “a more spacious viewing experience” for Obama’s stunning image. Sherald, a Baltimore-based artist, portrayed Michelle Obama as “both confident and approachable,” while wearing a custom-made gown by the brand Milly, according to the National Portrait Gallery. “We see our best selves in her.”The Obamas’ portraits have drawn awestruck crowds to the Smithsonian’s Portrait Gallery ever since they were unveiled in February.

Source: Huffington Post March 21, 2018 00:05 UTC