TeMika Grooms is a multi-media artist working in public and visual arts, storytelling, and design. TeMika has illustrated several children’s books, including Put Your Shoes On & Get Ready! by Raphael G. Warnock, Getting Us to Grandma's by Nadia L. Hohn, A Century for Caroline Kaija Langley, A Flea for Justice: Marian Wright Edelman Stands Up for Change by Valerie Bolling, and We All Serve by Jeff Gottesfeld. She is the New York Times Best Selling Illustrator of We're in This Together: Leo's Lunch Box by Raphael G. Warnock.
In addition to her artistic work, TeMika Grooms is the Design and Illustration Manager for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), focusing on art direction, design, brand development, and managing the bi-annual SCBWI portfolio showcases. She regularly facilitates conversations with members in the SCBWI Featured Illustrator program and leads children’s book publishing professionals in online and in-person events.
Her art-making process is rooted in traditional media and often incorporates figurative elements, expressive movement, and themes that encourage discourse. In recent years, TeMika has been exploring multimedia art technology and exploring new avenues to bring interactive art to the public. She has created several public art projects in Atlanta, including the commissioned Storybox Mural Project for Art on the Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail.
TeMika continues to use her engineering and artistic skills to create art and build community. She is currently a board member of Bridge IT, a creative non-profit focusing on S.T.E.A.M. education.
In addition to her artistic work, TeMika Grooms is the Design and Illustration Manager for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), focusing on art direction, design, brand development, and managing the bi-annual SCBWI portfolio showcases. She regularly facilitates conversations with members in the SCBWI Featured Illustrator program and leads children’s book publishing professionals in online and in-person events.
Her art-making process is rooted in traditional media and often incorporates figurative elements, expressive movement, and themes that encourage discourse. In recent years, TeMika has been exploring multimedia art technology and exploring new avenues to bring interactive art to the public. She has created several public art projects in Atlanta, including the commissioned Storybox Mural Project for Art on the Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail.
TeMika continues to use her engineering and artistic skills to create art and build community. She is currently a board member of Bridge IT, a creative non-profit focusing on S.T.E.A.M. education.
Connect with TeMika
Send an email to info[at]temikatheartist.com
INTERESTED IN SCHOOL VISITS?
I love talking with students about books and art! I have done several presentations (virtual and in-person) to inspire audiences to unleash their own creativity. For more information, please email me at info[@]temikatheartist.com.
I love talking with students about books and art! I have done several presentations (virtual and in-person) to inspire audiences to unleash their own creativity. For more information, please email me at info[@]temikatheartist.com.
INTERESTED IN AN ART COMMISSION?
I am a multi-media artist working in illustration, design, and public art. You can inquire by emailing me directly at info[@]temikatheartist.com.
I am currently not accepting self-publishing book commissions at this time.
I am a multi-media artist working in illustration, design, and public art. You can inquire by emailing me directly at info[@]temikatheartist.com.
I am currently not accepting self-publishing book commissions at this time.
