Fine Art for Timeless Emotions

For over 20 years, I’ve been bringing stories to life through oil painting, drawing on techniques from the Renaissance to today. Alongside my commissioned portraits and figurative works, I also share what I’ve learned - through courses, tutorials and an educational blog - for those who want to learn.

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Matthew Kelly

“Sitting for James is a pleasure and a privilege. He is a kind, patient, witty artist who paints with astonishing clarity and insight. He captures many different aspects of personality in a single painting and when it is actual-size, as in my case, that's a lot of commitment, perception and paint.”

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