About the Artists

Shannon Kincaid

Shannon Kincaid graduated summa Cum Laude from Texas Christian University receiving a degree in Studio Art and nomination into Who’s Who in America’s Colleges and Universities. Her work is featured in collections all over America and Europe. In the early 90’s she began customizing Harley Davidson’s, painting many bikes for celebrities. Her work adorns the walls and halls of several wards at Baylor University Medical Center and adjoining restaurants. After Sept. 11, 2001, she painted two life-size pieces she considers her most important work, “The New Twin Towers,” a policeman and fireman at Ground Zero. Both have been part of numerous exhibitions and have now found permanent homes, one in the New York Historical Society and the other at the New York Fireman’s Museum. She currently lives in Colorado.

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Rochelle Walden

Rochelle Walden is a commissioned portrait and figurative artist in Seattle, Washington. She started painting political figures and exploring activism through art after the 2016 election. Rochelle has a passion for people and social justice, and specializes in intimate, quirky, and emotionally moving portraits, lgbtq art, and inspiring political commentary.  You can learn more about Rochelle's work  here.

Shannon and Rochelle became friends as followers of Heather Cox Richardson, and they have found a shared passion in speaking out against the fascist rhetoric of Republican party. With Heart of America, they hope to encourage all good Americans to stay politically informed, and get  actively involved in protecting Democracy.