J. Adam McGalliard is a Contemporary Realist artist that blends classical oil painting techniques with cutting-edge technology to investigate identity, myth, and societal divides. His layered work delves into personal narratives, archetypes, and human-nature relationships. The Erewhon series envisions potential futures in surreal landscapes, while Projections and Personas explore individual expressions and societal roles. Mentored by Vincent Desiderio and Steven Assael at the New York Academy of Art, McGalliard developed his distinctive aesthetic during his MFA studies. His work has graced prestigious venues such as Sotheby's, Museo de la Ciudad de México, and Winterrundgang der Spinnerei Galerien in Leipzig, Germany.