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Art Gallery Blog & Interior Journal


Insights from the John Dyer Gallery

Welcome to our Art Gallery & Interior Journal—a curated space exploring the intersection of contemporary fine art, interior design, and the restorative beauty of the Cornish coast.

Each month, we bring you expert insights into modern coastal interior design, art history, and the unique stories behind our acclaimed Cornish artists. From the vibrant, joyful perspectives of John Dyer to the elegant colorist landscapes of Joanne Short and the atmospheric mastery of Ted Dyer, our journal provides the inspiration you need to curate a home filled with "Organic Calm." This new Journal takes over from our legacy art blog that has snippets of artist and gallery news going back many years.

Welcome to our Art Gallery & Interior Journal—a curated space exploring the intersection of contemporary fine art, interior design, and the restorative beauty of the Cornish coast.

Each month, we bring you expert insights into modern coastal interior design, art history, and the unique stories behind our acclaimed Cornish artists. From the vibrant, joyful perspectives of John Dyer to the elegant colorist landscapes of Joanne Short and the atmospheric mastery of Ted Dyer, our journal provides the inspiration you need to curate a home filled with "Organic Calm." This new Journal takes over from our legacy art blog that has snippets of artist and gallery news going back many years.

Art Gallery & Interior Journal

Discover a new collection of French Riviera paintings and Provence paintings by successful Cornish artist John Dyer. These original paintings of Francecelebrate the luminous light, colour, everyday life and easy rhythm of the Côte d’Azur and the Camargue. For collectors seeking a museum-quality painting of France, each canvas willadd character and can bring travel, memory and joy into your home, and offers the long-term appeal of investing in one of Cornwall’s best-loved artists.

  • 8 min read
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.
  • 13 min read
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.
  • 10 min read
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. 
  • 7 min read
Joanne Short is a Cornish artist who has been painting since she was a child. She fell in love with the colours and landscapes of Cornwall, and they have continued to inspire her throughout her career.Joanne's paintings are full of life and magic; it is easy to see how much she enjoys creating them. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Joanne's art and explore the inspiration behind it. 
  • 8 min read
There is something about the French countryside that inspires artists to capture its beauty on canvas. Whether it is the rolling hills of Provence, the rocky coastline of Brittany, or the bustling streets of Paris, there is a unique magic in the air that cannot be found anywhere else. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the paintings and prints created by our gallery artists John DyerJoanne Short and Ted Dyer over the years. We will also explore why these landscapes have been such an inspiration for them.
  • 8 min read
If you're looking for a little bit of France to take home with you, look no further than the latest collection of paintings by John Dyer. This talented artist has just released a new set of paintings, all of which were created during the summer of 2022 in the South of France, Monaco and Italy. The paintings capture the beauty and charm of this region, with its vibrant colours and charming towns. Whether you're admiring the view from Menton or Nice in France, or taking in the sights of Monaco or Rocchetta Nervina in Italy, each painting is sure to transport you to this enchanting corner of the world. In this blog John's wife, artist Joanne Short, talks about the family's latest trip to the South of France and John's latest collection of paintings.
  • 9 min read
In this blog post, we will take a look at the work of three landscape painters, John DyerJoanne Short and Ted Dyer, who have all captured the beauty of the landscape in their paintings. Each artist has a unique style, but they all share a love for capturing the essence of Cornwall in their work. We will also discuss the inspiration behind these beautiful works of art.

Both the UK and France are a wonder of the natural world and a landscape painter's dream, and both have played a big part in these three artists paintings. With its rugged coastline, sheltered coves and stunning gardens, Cornwall provides plenty of inspiration for artists, as does France, with its changing light and colourful landscape. 

  • 7 min read