Despina Karyou was born in Paralimni, in the free area of Ammochostos (Famagusta), in Cyprus. She graduated from Paralimni High School with Honours and was granted by the school and the teachers with the Ethics and Promotion Award. After finishing High School, She studied Graphic Arts and Advertising at European University of Cyprus, under full scholarship, for one Academic Year, which she completed with Honours. Following that, she secured a place in the Athens School of Fine Arts, a Dream come true. In 2015, she graduated from the School with Honours and today works as a Fine Artist and Art Professor. Despina has taken part in many art competitions since school, receiving many Praises and Awards. For example, in academic period 2008-2009, as a High School Senior, took part in a European Competition entitled “Social Relationships” and achieved 3rd Place. Since returning to Cyprus, Despina has worked with, and contributed to, many art activities all over the island, starting off in the Famagusta District. With her time, Despina creates and stays informed in both theoretical and technical levels of the Visual Arts field.