| Full Name |
Kehinde Wiley |
| Date of Birth |
1977 |
| Place of Birth |
Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Date of Death |
- |
| Place of Death |
- |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
American |
| Education |
San Francisco Art Institute, Yale School of Art |
| Profession |
Painter |
| Years of Activity |
2000-present |
| Brief Information |
Kehinde Wiley is an American painter known for his vibrant and realistic portraits of Black people in heroic poses, often referencing Old Masters. His work explores themes of race, power, and beauty. Wiley's "Black Pope" portrait of Barack Obama was unveiled in 2018, marking a significant moment for contemporary art and presidential portraiture. |