Art Print by Leo Drake

What Am I Gong to Do With You?

What Am I Gong to Do With You?

Name/Title

Art Print by Leo Drake

Entry/Object ID

39.25

Description

Material: paper. Size: 12" x 18". The image depicts a monochromatic pencil drawing of a shirtless person seen from behind, showcasing intricate shading and texture. Their head is tilted forward, partially obscuring their face, and their hands are bound behind their back, holding a bottle, adding an element of intrigue and vulnerability to the composition. The lines and shading emphasize the muscular definition and the natural curvature of the human form. The hair is dark and styled in a slightly tousled manner, complementing the overall somber yet introspective tone of subject.

Artwork Details

Subject Person or Organization

Drake, Leonard

Context

This handwritten letter, titled "What Am I Going To Do With You?" describes the author's emotional turmoil following their first DWI. They express feelings of regret, fear, and disbelief, which they sought to release through creating a self-portrait. The author recounts a meaningful story about speaking to their employer after the arrest, vividly recalling the anxiety and tears while communicating their situation. Despite the author's fears, the employer responded with love and devoid of judgment, saying, "Oh Leo, what am I am I going to do with you?"

Cataloged By

Pfen

Made/Created

Artist

Leonard Drake

Date made

circa 2025

Place

* Untyped Place

Waseca, Minnesota

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Print, artwork

Class

Art Object

Category

Communication Artifacts

Create Date

October 10, 2025

Update Date

October 10, 2025