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Each week our acclaimed weekly magazine art blog brings you a new article exploring art, art history, Cornish art and the places that inspire our artists. From Cornish cliff walks to painting expeditions in France, Italy and around the world. The John Dyer Gallery magazine art blog will provide you with inspiration and ideas all year round. Our blogs contain links to contemporary paintings, art prints and artist designed gifts that are connected to the subject which make them a wonderful way to discover our artists and their contemporary artwork. Happy reading!

Each week our acclaimed weekly magazine art blog brings you a new article exploring art, art history, Cornish art and the places that inspire our artists. From Cornish cliff walks to painting expeditions in France, Italy and around the world. The John Dyer Gallery magazine art blog will provide you with inspiration and ideas all year round. Our blogs contain links to contemporary paintings, art prints and artist designed gifts that are connected to the subject which make them a wonderful way to discover our artists and their contemporary artwork. Happy reading!

Magazine Art Blog from Cornwall

When you think of French landscape paintings, what comes to mind? Perhaps posters of the Eiffel Tower in Paris or picturesque villages nestled in the countryside. While these are certainly iconic images of France, they don't tell the whole story. There is a side of France that is just as beautiful. Southern France is home to artists who paint scenes of rolling hills blanketed in lavender, sun-drenched vineyards, and ancient olive groves. If you're looking for a taste of Provence without leaving your home, take a look at some of the paintings by artists John Dyer and Joanne Short, painted while on several trips to Provence and the surrounding area, including during their honeymoon. In this blog artist Joanne Short talks about her experience of painting in the South of France.
Discover why the painting ofsunflower art captures hearts and imaginations. FromVincent van Gogh’s emotive canvases to modern artistry, you’ll explore the captivating draw of these blooms in art. Our concise guide provides insight into the heritage of sunflower art and practical tips for creating your own, offering a rich blend of inspiration and instruction.
Bonjour! Are you dreaming of the enchanting streets of Paris, the City of Love? Why not bring a touch of Parisian charm into your home with Paris prints? In this blog post, we’ll explore a captivating collection ofParis art prints, signed limited edition prints and wall art posters, discover romantic Paris-inspired home decor ideas, and learn how to create your own Paris-themed gallery wall. Let’s embark on a journey to the heart of the French capital through the world of art and Paris prints!
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Artists John Dyer and Joanne Short have been captivated and inspired by the beauty of France for many years and have been on many painting holidays around the country over the last thirty years, including the Loire Valley, the Côte d'Azur, Provence, Brittany and Paris.