Justin Groom is an illustrator and painter, and one half of Leafmore Studios – formed in 2022 with his partner, artist Becca McCoy.

Justin had early career success with a breakout underground comic book BIOHAZARD, released in 1990 and edited by Allen Shevy who also hired Justin as an illustrator and collaborator for industry periodical WORLD OF FANDOM.  Justin was a fixture in the Tampa, Florida mid-90s nightclub scene creating murals, Trompe l’oeils, and structural / 3D installations.  After a corporate-hiatus, Justin returned to full-time art in 2019 with work that includes fine art, commissions, and logo and product designs, exhibiting in Florida and Georgia, appearing at comic-cons, and vending at artist markets.

He possesses a singular, recognizable aesthetic throughout all his work while maintaining versatility in content.  He is equally proficient in pen and ink as he is digital render, and in subject matter from the gory to the whimsical.  His inspirations include HEAVY METAL and Moebius, current events and trends, and nostalgia.  Learn more at leafmorestudios.com.

Portraits of Marty Stuart, Ian Craft of the Howlin’ Brothers, and Mark Winchester – pastel

“Ranger Doug” of the band Riders in the Sky – pastel

“John Tice” – pastel

Xpressions by Damaris LLC presents:

2018 Solo Art Exhibit

Get into the holiday spirit and join her for an evening of fine arts, as she showcases her latest expressions.

About the Artist:

Dr. Damaris Shealy is a native of the Republic of Panamá. She is an artist whose raw talent began to take shape in middle school after migrating to the US thirty-seven years ago. During the past few years, Damaris has reclaimed her passion. Despite lengthy hiatus, Damaris’ raw uncultivated talent remained intact as she is once again rendering beautiful imagines that capture the various expressions of her subjects. Damaris focuses on the sensual nature of art, aiming to depict the expressions of her subjects through a rich combination of color, texture, and detailed likeness.