Amy Sherald spent years painting in obscurity, and almost died from a rare heart condition. Now 52, the artist behind Michelle Obama's official portrait is one of America's most celebrated painters.

The portrait artist honors her donor, Kristin Lin Smith, by adding a heart to her signature on every painting she creates Sherald documents meaningful moments on Instagram using the hashtag ...

Amy Sherald spent years painting in obscurity, and almost died from a rare heart condition. Now 52, the artist behind Michelle Obama's official portrait is one of America's most celebrated painters.

Amy Sherald has a special way of staying connected with her heart donor years after her life-saving transplant. The 52-year-old painter — best known for her official portrait of former First Lady ...