Obama in Art

There have been campaign posters, the "Hope" poster, and now, President Obama emerging from the water? This is just one of the images included in "Art for Obama: Digesting Manifest Hope and the Campaign for Change." The book showcases the president in various art mediums, from paintings to photos to wire to wood blocks. Seen here is "Barack on the Water," by Lukas Ketner (2008). Digital printing on paper.

"Hussien," by David Choe (2008). Aerosol and acrylic mural on masonite board.

"Tension," by Michael Murphy (2008). High-tension wire, black enamel, oak.

"Nuestra Voz," by Rafael Lopez (2008). Acrylic on wood.

"Untitled," by HVW8 (2008). Latex and spray paint.

"Obama Silhouette," by Kwaku Alston (2008). Chromogenic print.

"My Jewish Grandma is Voting for Obama/Chosen People Choose Obama," by Lisa Anne Auerbach (2008). Wool.

"The New Ideal," by Casey Rider (2008). Mixed media on wood.

"Barack Obama Portrait," by Diederick Kraaijeveld (2008). Vintage wood found on the Mombasa beach in Kenya.