Above: A collection of the major paintings available to buy in the upcoming exhibition in St Ives and online.
Are you an art lover looking for a unique experience and to buy paintings? Look no further, for The John Dyer Gallery, with their artists Joanne Short, John Dyer and Ted Dyer, has assembled an extraordinary selection of new original art for sale and an exhibition at The Crypt Gallery in St Ives, Cornwall. The paintings by these artists are a sight to behold! This new collection, that will be showcased at The Crypt Gallery in St Ives, is extraordinary.
These three Cornish artists have a flair for capturing the essence of nature and bringing it to life on canvas. The vibrant colours and textures in their paintings are truly mesmerising. If you are looking to buy paintings then the exhibition and our available painting collection will be well worth exploring in person or online as we offer unique affordable paintings by three of Cornwall's most famous and collected artists.
John Dyer's paintings previous paintings have been inspired by his travels to exotic locations such as Amazon Rainforest, Australia, and in this exhibition he is exhibiting his new art from Africa. His vivid use of colours and attention to detail bring alive his subjects, whether it is a tropical bird, a bustling street scene, or a serene landscape. His work is a testament to his passion for nature and his keen sense of observation.
Above: Painting of Africa by artist John Dyer. 'African Flamingo Sunset', 12 x 12 inches acrylic on canvas.
Joanne Short, on the other hand, tends to find inspiration closer to home. Her paintings are a celebration of the Cornish and English Countryside - its landscapes, flora, and fauna, although in this upcoming exhibition there are a small collection of paintings from her trips to New York and Kenya in the exhibition. She uses bold colours and contrasts to create striking images of the natural world. Her style is both contemporary and traditional, and her paintings evoke a sense of nostalgia and romanticism. If you are considering buying a contemporary painting then the art of Joanne Short would be a great place to look.
Above: A painting of Tresco Abbey Gardens by artist Joanne Short. 80 x 80 cm oil on canvas
Together, the paintings by John Dyer and Joanne Short will fill the gallery walls with colour and bring the joy of nature indoors. From a riot of colourful wildflowers to a sleepy seaside village, their art captures the diversity and beauty of the natural world. It is a feast for the senses, and a testament to the limitless creativity of the human mind. So, if you are an art lover looking for a unique and unforgettable experience and to buy paintings for your own collection, head over to The Crypt Gallery in St Ives and immerse yourself in the captivating world of John Dyer and Joanne Short's paintings.
Above: Exhibition poster for the John Dyer Gallery exhibition in the St Ives Society of Artists Crypt Gallery in May 2023.
From Saturday May 13th - Friday May 19th, and ongoing with The John Dyer Gallery's acclaimed online art gallery, you will be able to see and buy art by these three talented artists, John Dyer, Ted Dyer and Joanne Short, who each bring their own style and creativity to the canvas. Whether you’re a connoisseur of fine art or someone seeking an affordable art piece of artwork to enhance your home or wish take home memories of a Cornish holiday, this exhibition and our ongoing online collections of paintings and prints will be worth exploring, making it the perfect destination for art lovers and collectors everywhere!
A Treat for Cornish Art Lovers
There will be a wide selection of new original artwork - original acrylic paintings by John Dyer and oil paintings by Joanne Short and Ted Dyer to view and buy. The original paintings for sale have been created especially for this exciting exhibition space in this wonderful centre of historical Cornish art, St Ives.
Above: Cornish artist John Dyer at work on a new large painting of a humpback whale in Mount's Bay in Cornwall that will be exhibited in St Ives
Both Joanne Short and John Dyer have painted some of their most ambitious paintings for this exhibition, on a larger scale than they usually work, so if you have a large wall or want a feature painting this new collection could be a perfect buying opportunity for you.
Artist Joanne Short said about exhibiting at The Crypt Gallery:
"It is a dream come true exhibiting our paintings in the same place as such famous figures in the art world. For an artist it is the equivalent to a singer playing at the Cavern. Also, having a reason to paint larger paintings to fill the space is so exciting. The room is big, and it felt like the perfect opportunity to push the boundaries and make the most of the big walls. I usually prefer to work on a smaller scale, but this has felt like a breath of fresh air working to this scale in bold colours. Hopefully, these paintings will inspire our customers and whisk them away to the beauty of Cornwall in the summer"
The History of Fine Art at The Crypt Gallery
The Crypt Gallery played an important role in the history of the St Ives Art scene. After WWII, St Ives' already established group of painters, sculptors, and potters drew a wave of younger artists to Cornwall. This influx formed the much-lauded new school of abstract art that made St Ives internationally renowned as an artistic epicentre for avant-garde culture. This group of artists became the St Ives Society of Artists.
In the 1940's, the Mariner's Church Crypt served as a sanctuary for ambitious modernist and avante-garde artists such as Barbara Hepworth, Ben Nicholson, Peter Lanyon, and Sven Berlin — this group became known as the Crypt Group - the work by this group featured some of Britain's most progressive artworks during that period, with their paintings, sculptures and drawings. These UK artists made an everlasting impression on the town of St Ives, which draws emerging artists to this day.
Above: A meeting of the original Crypt Group in St Ives in 1947. Artists pictured are, from left to right, Peter Lanyon, Bryan Wynter who is mostly hidden behind Peter Lanyon, Sven Berlin, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, John Wells and Guido Morris.
This unique and atmospheric venue adds to the overall experience of viewing artwork. This exhibition, featuring original pieces by renowned Cornish artists Joanne Short, John Dyer, and Ted Dyer, promises to be an exceptional event that art lovers will not want to miss. So, if you are passionate about art and want to experience the rich history of St Ives, head down to The Crypt Gallery from May 13th 2023 at 6pm until 19th May to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and inspiration.
Our Online Art Gallery in your Pocket
If you are unable to visit the exhibition in person, or are reading this after the event, you will still be able to view and buy paintings online from our galley and when the exhibition opens, as with all the paintings and art we represent. Discover your perfect painting from the comfort of your home by our three gallery artists in this inspired exhibition collection of work. Explore our gallery website fully to discover all the available paintings of Cornwall, Kenya and even New York that we are sure you will love.
Affordable Art - Buy Paintings Online
Having a piece of art in your home can bring so much joy and well-being to you and your family. It is an investment that you can enjoy for many years, as each painting captures the beauty of life through its colours, shapes and textures.
A beautiful artwork or original painting can be more than just an aesthetic addition; it can also become a source of inspiration and contemplation. However, not everyone has the means to buy expensive works of art or historic art from renowned galleries or museums. Fortunately, the range of paintings we offer for sale at the John Dyer Gallery are affordable and just as beautiful and life-enhancing, still capturing the same sense of beauty without breaking the bank.
What is Affordable Art?
Generally, original paintings priced below £5000 are considered affordable art, but most of the paintings we represent are less than this, with many starting at around £600. In addition, The John Dyer Gallery offers museum-quality art prints that start from well under £100, so we have art that all art collectors can access and enjoy.
Above: One of the new John Dyer original paintings that will be available to buy at the exhibition, and a good example of affordable art. John Dyer's paintings start at around £650
Affordable paintings come in all shapes and sizes, allowing you to find something that perfectly fits into your home’s interior design scheme while still expressing yourself with unique artwork. From landscapes to seascapes, cityscapes and still-lifes, you can find something that speaks to who you are as a person and find something that suits your interior and your chosen hanging space. By investing in these works at fair prices, not only do you get a meaningful piece for your home, but you are also helping support independent artists.
Moreover, buying affordable paintings does not mean compromising on quality either; all our artists only use the very highest quality art materials to ensure that their paintings and prints can last for years to come. So, when you purchase a painting from the John Dyer Gallery, you can be sure that it is an investment worth making for both your home and your life.
Buy paintings online, find your perfect piece of art
The John Dyer Gallery makes buying paintings online as easy and stress-free as possible - just select the painting you want, add it to your gallery basket, enter payment information securely or use a fast checkout with Apple Pay, Google Pay, Amazon Pay, Shop Pay or Pay Pal, and after a short wait we deliver it right to your doorstep with no delivery charge wherever you are in the world. We regularly ship our sold paintings across the UK to our customers and to the USA and New Zealand.
The gallery is artist run, so you are in the best hands with artist experts providing exceptional customer service with quick response times; if you have any questions don't hesitate to contact us. Our gallery website is designed with user-friendly features, fast payment options and detailed art descriptions so you can make informed decisions when selecting artworks that will bring beauty into your life.
Purchasing affordable yet meaningful works of art and paintings has never been easier and the hundreds of five star reviews our wonderful collectors have written make us proud of what we do.
"A wonderful painting which brightens our home. It arrived packaged so well an elephant could have stood on it and it would still have been safe! We have moved things around in our home to give it the pride of place it deserves. Already admired by friends, there may be some new fans! The colours really pop out from the frame and there is so much detail you don't notice everything at first glance. Our second purchase from this gallery and by John Dyer. I expect it won't be our last! Thank you." Sandy Blinch
So, whether you come to view the exhibition in person at the Crypt Gallery in St Ives, view the exhibition online or view future exhibitions and painting collections on our gallery, we know you will be delighted and inspired by what you see and we hope you may even be tempted to buy a stunning original painting by Joanne Short, John Dyer or Ted Dyer for your own home to enjoy for years and generations to come.
We look forward to seeing all of you who can make it to St Ives in May 2023 and to welcoming you to our online gallery and collections of art for many years to come. Thank you for your support.
