About me
I'm Demetris Theodosiou, an artist in London creating original, one‑of‑a‑kind paintings.
The Story Behind the Canvas
"It is never too late to become who you were always meant to be."
For over thirty years, my world was defined by data, structures, and the corporate routine of the telecommunications industry. Like so many of us, I spent decades working a career that kept my analytical mind busy, but left my creative soul waiting in the wings.
For a long time, my deep love for art had to exist on the sidelines. I spent my weekends wandering through quiet art galleries, losing myself in the brushstrokes of the masters, and collecting art books that went into bookshelves —constant reminders of a world I wished I could be a part of. I was a passionate observer of creativity, but I never truly believed I could be a creator.
Then came retirement.
Stepping away from the corporate grind wasn't just an end to the 9-to-5; it was the beginning of an unexpected second act. Now with the gift of time finally in my hands, I bought my first proper canvas, picked up a palette knife, and started to paint.
From Corporate to Canvas
What began as a quiet retirement hobby quickly transformed into an absolute obsession. I discovered a love for the bold, tactile energy of heavy-body acrylics, using palette knives and iconic images to carve vibrant, textured life into the musical and cultural icons who defined my generation. Figures like David Bowie, Kate Bush, and Stevie Wonder weren't just faces to me—they were the soundtrack to my youth, the rebels who shaped our culture.
If you had told me a few years ago that I would not only be painting these pieces, but that independent collectors would be hanging them proudly on the walls of their homes, I would never have believed you.
Today, every single original piece I create is a celebration of freedom. It is proof that passion doesn't have an expiration date. Thank you for joining me on this incredible journey, and for bringing a piece of my second chapter into your home.
Are the paintings Framed?
All canvases are unframed unless otherwise noted on the description page of the product.
What is your UK Delivery and Order Process?
Utmost care is taken to ensure that all canvases are safely packed and sent. This will be personally supervised by myself. You will receive an email confirmation once an order has been placed and further communication including shipping/carrier information and tracking number once the order has been despatched.
Delivery is Free on all orders to the UK. Artwork will be sent via DPD or Parcelforce unless specifically advised.
I will endeavour to despatch the artwork within 5-7 days from purchase, with delivery in the UK usually taking place 2-5 days after despatch.
All shipments will require a signature or picture of delivery and are tracked. Please note that in exceptional circumstances, where unforeseen events prevents despatch within 5-7 days, you will be notified by email of the expected delay and given the option to cancel the order if the delay is unacceptable.
Do you send to International destinations?
If you are outside the UK and would like to make a purchase please contact me. I do ship internationally to certain destinations, however, this might be subject to import duties and taxes, depending on the country, which is outside of my control. Send me a contact message and i will get back to you quickly.
What if my package or Artwork is damaged ?
Upon receiving your artwork, we ask that you always inspect the package. If you see any damage that you suspect may have compromised the artwork inside, please decline acceptance and it will be sent back to us.
If you accept delivery and find upon opening that the Artwork has been damaged or compromised. Please contact us within 3 days of delivery and provide adequate details of the damage with images. If you do not contact us within 3 days we will assume the Artwork was received in a satisfactory condition.
Is there a return/refund policy?
I am committed to ensuring 100% satisfaction with the art piece purchased. Like most artists i always wish to see the artworks I have created, enjoyed and cherished by the new owners, which is why if there is any issue with your order please contact me ASAP.
Upon receiving your artwork , we will give you seven (7) days to decide if you would like to keep the artwork or return it for a refund. Please note that if you do not notify us of your intent to return the work within 7 days of receipt or you do not ship the work within 3 working days of notifying us, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Please also note if returning an artwork it must be shipped back to its origin in the exact same condition and packaging. If you’ve already disposed of the original packaging, you’ll be responsible for purchasing similar packaging materials to send the artwork back safely to us. You will also need to arrange and pay for delivery using the same shipping service which was used to send the order to you. Once we receive the item and make sure that it’s undamaged, we will issue your refund promptly minus any original shipping costs.
Does JamesT Art offer custom or commissioned pieces?
Each artwork is unique and a one-off , however, if you are looking for an artwork in a particular colour or style that is not available then please do not hesitate to contact me and we can have a conversation or alternatively email me direct on jamest.art@icloud.com
Can i contact you direct ?
The quickest way to obtain an answer to any questions you may have is to use my contact page. I have a commitment to reply to all messages on the same day. If, however, you wish to contact me direct , you can email me on jamest.art@icloud.com. All orders will receive a confirmation email and this will have a direct number to call if any further questions.
Is this site safe?
I have built my website on Squarespace to make shopping easy, fast and enjoyable. The site features full SSL encryption and secure, trusted payment options. Squarespace handles site security and all payment data is encrypted. All credit card information is never stored or handled by this site ; it goes directly to the payment processor's secure servers.
I have a commitment to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. I wish all my customers and clients to have an enjoyable easy experience buying an original piece of art that will take pride of place in their home.
If you have any further questions or enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact me.