Art by Tamika Leeds

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Automotive and Streetscape artist. Create statement pieces with your travel photos or treasured car!

17/06/2026

If you’ve followed me for a while you’d probably know I’m not the most consistent with posting on socials.

This year I’ve definitely been a bit sporadic.

That’s because there’s been a lot of change this year - it’s essentially my first year going all in with automotive events, trying to take my art from my pass time passion to a full time lifestyle, and it has been quite an adjustment. Painting cars was my relaxing creative outlet in my spare time, now theres a demand and deadlines - it’s a good problem to have, it’s a sign of growth. I get to do what I love and share my creative skills with others. It is simply an adjustment and transition to a new business model.

So my lack of posting on socials isn’t due to “inactivity”, as there is heaps happening behind the scenes. In fact, I am almost at the point of declaring I’m booked out for the year - hesitantly as I never know what I’ll be painting or where it’ll take me ☺️

As I navigate the growth, and my current overwhelm, I’ll share more of what I’ve been working on 🎨

There’s lots to come!

06/05/2026

That’s a wrap for MotorEx 2026!

My first display there, and man was it worth it!

Thank you everyone who stopped by! So many new faces! And a special thank you to everyone who’s supported me along the way, who dropped in at past events and made the effort to come say hi whilst in Melbourne. These events are certainly hectic and I never know who I’m going to meet or what adventure they lead to.

I’m slowly building a little following and I cannot be more thrilled by all your genuine support 🥰

01/05/2026

I’m stoked to have my first display at MotorEx!

I went all in this year and booked a tonne of events. So far I’ve been absolutely overwhelmed by all the support! It’s been incredibly rewarding getting more involved in not just events, but the clubs and communities involved. I don’t know what to expect tomorrow, but I’m pumped to find out 🎨

If you’re headed to MotorEx, duck into Performance World and come say hi! 👋

28/04/2026

The beginnings of another painting 🎨

This is one of many projects I have on the go at the moment.

I generally work on several paintings at a time, rotating them as layers dry.

Several paintings I have at the moment I cannot reveal yet - they’re intended as gifts so they’re hidden away until they reach their new owners.

So, for now I can only share snippets of my personal collection I’m working on for an exhibition.

24/04/2026

I’ll be at MotorEx next week!

But not with camera in hand this time, I’ll have my automotive paintings on display 🎨

Can’t wait! See you there!

10/04/2026

Over Easter I took part in the Camaro and Firebird Nationals in Albury.

This year I have committed to a number of events to display my artworks, however the Camaro and Firebird Nationals was a little different - I got a little more involved by donating a prize and participating in their award night. I’ll share more of this adventure in the coming posts 🎉

On Saturday was the show and shine where I displayed my paintings in my little gazeebo. Thanks to for capturing these awesome shots of the set up, and capturing me mid chat to a couple who stopped by to check out the paintings.

Displaying my art at automotive events has been a major step in defying both my art and my direction. It warms my heart when those who stop by to chat truly show support, encouragement and appreciation behind the work that goes into these paintings. The car community are some of the most genuinely supportive people, and the Camaro and Firebird Nationals didn’t disappoint - they are truly dedicated to their automotive passions and enthusiastic about my contribution 🎨

I’m excited for CFNATS 2028 🎉

03/02/2026

My little art adventure is a bit more than just painting cars - I’ve met many amazing people through it. I hold great value in using my skills to create something so sentimental and significant to someone. And in turn, some commissions will hold great significance to me throughout my art journey. And this is one of them.

Earlier last year I took a rather major leap and signed on to have a display at the Melbourne Motor Show. It was my first car focused event I displayed my paintings. I learnt a lot from that event and kicked off my new direction in navigating car events to meet you all ✨

That’s where I met the owner of this Aston Martin and we teed up this commission on the spot. I could have posted the painting to him, but he excitedly decided to do a road trip with his wife to pick it up, enjoying a night exploring Beechworth ✨

We caught up for coffee and I excitedly gave him his painting, not knowing he already had the next custom painting in mind 🎨

I was already over the moon that he and his wife valued my work so much to invest time in to making such a long drive to visit, that I felt such an overwhelming appreciation that they also invested in another painting of mine.

I’m excited to start his next custom - it’s a nostalgic piece, a tribute to his rally days 🎨 I also enjoy keeping traditional craftsmanship alive when technology fall short - in this case, by being able to use my skills to memorialise old memories where a camera has just fallen short to create a quality, print worthy photograph. More in that custom piece to come 🎨

12/01/2026

Kicked off 2026 with Summernats 38! This year is going to be busy with more events and even more customs!

Can’t wait for the challenge, to see where it takes me and who I’ll meet along the way. The automotive community has been some of the most genuine, passionate and supportive crew I’ve met ✨

Can’t wait for Summernats 39 🎉

22/12/2025

Gift vouchers are here 🎉

I love being able to use my artistic skills to create unique gifts, however time isn’t always on our side. Oil paints can be very slow drying, cutting it fine to have a painting ready to wrap for a big special event.

Gift vouchers brings time back on our side, and allows for the giftee and I to design a painting that you know they’ll love!

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13/12/2025

A few details from the Aston Martin DB7 custom commission ✨

Oil on canvas 🎨

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Beechworth, VIC
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http://artbytamikaleeds.com/

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