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JOHN DYER
Original Paintings
New paintings available to buy online now by Cornwall's best loved artist.
JOANNE SHORT
Original Oil Paintings
New paintings available to buy online now by Cornwall's acclaimed colourist painter.
TED DYER
Original Oil Paintings
New paintings available to buy online by Cornwall's best known impressionist artist.
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Cornwall Art Prints
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Christmas Exhibition St Ives 2024
Private View: 6th December 6pm to 8pm
Exhibition continues: 7th - 8th
Summer Collection 2024
Online exhibition of new paintings by John Dyer & Joanne Short.
Easter Exhibition St Ives 2024
New paintings by John Dyer & Joanne Short in the historic Porthmeor Studios in St Ives.
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John Singer Sargent (1856–1925) is renowned as one of the leading portrait artists of his generation. He is celebrated for his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with remarkable skill and sensitivity. Born in Florence, Italy, to American expatriate parents, Sargent was immersed in a culturally rich environment from an early age. His cosmopolitan upbringing and extensive travel across Europe profoundly influenced his artistic development.
Sargent began his formal artistic training in Paris, studying under the renowned portrait painter Carolus-Duran. Duran's emphasis on a direct, alla prima painting technique, which involved applying paint directly onto the canvas without preparatory sketches, greatly influenced Sargent's style. He also studied at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts, where he was exposed to the works of the Old Masters and contemporary French artists.
By the early 1880s, Sargent had established himself as a sought-after portraitist. His works were characterized by their lively brushwork, sophisticated compositions, and a keen ability to capture the personality and presence of his sitters. Although initially controversial, one of his most famous portraits, "Madame X" (1884), cemented his reputation as a master of the genre.
Sargent's oeuvre is not limited to portraiture; he was also an accomplished landscape and genre painter. His watercolours, mainly, are celebrated for their vibrant use of colour and light. Sargent's travels took him to various picturesque locations, including Venice, the Alps, and the Middle East, where he produced a series of evocative landscapes and scenes of everyday life.
Among his notable works are "El Jaleo," depicting a dramatic Spanish dance; "Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose," a luminous garden scene; and "The Daughters of Edward Darley Boit," a poignant group portrait that highlights his compositional genius and psychological insight. Sargent's ability to convey texture, light, and atmosphere is evident in his diverse work.
Sargent's career spanned several decades, during which he received numerous prestigious commissions from prominent figures in society, including royalty, business magnates, and fellow artists. His clients appreciated his ability to infuse his portraits with elegance and vitality, making him one of the most successful artists of his time.
In his later years, Sargent shifted his focus away from portraiture, dedicating more time to murals and large-scale works, such as those commissioned for the Boston Public Library and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. These works showcased his versatility and grand vision, further solidifying his legacy as a master artist.
John Singer Sargent passed away in 1925, but his legacy endures. His works continue to captivate audiences with their technical brilliance, dynamic compositions, and emotional depth. Sargent's art remains a testament to his extraordinary talent and ability to capture the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
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A lovely art print bought as a memory of our holidays on the beautiful Isles of Scilly.
The frame is very well made and displays the art print beautifully. Ordering from John Dyer Gallery was simple and delivery swift. I would not hesitate to order from them again.
Thank you so much for the amazing customer service, and most beautiful painting of our favourite place
Absolutely beautiful painting. So thrilled with it. Completely amazing service: beautifully packaged, framed and safely delivered really quickly.
Lovely picture, bought 3 after our recent trip to Cornwall. Already thinking of getting more.
Have walked this coastal path from St Agnes to Chapel Porth and back countless time. I am now pleased that this fabulous print is the first thing I see every morning. Beautiful, happy colours. Nice frame. I’m now planning of ordering one of Mount’s Bay by same artist.
Such a vibrant, pretty piece. I visited Fowey Harbour recently and was looking for a small keepsake to have with me back in the U.S. Shipping abroad was seamless and I received this item quite quickly. I've had many compliments since putting this on my phone and am happy to be reminded of a wonderful trip to a magical place this summer.
As always professional , efficient and prompt .
We have been coming here for 27 years together. This is our place especially during lockdown. John has captured our place beautifully. I have many of John’s prints, always in my birthday, so this one for June is 😍 perfect. They always make me smile, colourful, fun and look perfect in our home
I found the whole experience flowed from start to finish. The customer service was exceptional, they couldn’t do enough for me. This is the kind of first rate service I would expect from such a professional artist. Thank you.
Lovely,bright and colourful ready to hang.
Bought back lovely memories.
Posted promptly too.
Thank you.
I have loved John Dyers work for many years. I have some prints at home and at work.
Gorgeous, vibrant colours. Reminds me of many happy evenings at the Minack when growing up in Cornwall. Special memories.
great service. Thank you.
I purchased “Bathing Belles” to add to 2 other John Dyer original paintings collected over the years .
We decorated our house and removed another trio of prints , so were hoping to find something suitable at John’s latest exhibition.
We were not disappointed . The colours are vivid and the painting has elements of my childhood : a trip on the Enterprise boat , snd swimming in the sea . There is also a signature seagull (oh how I love those seagulls !!) a chough , a puffin and a friendly seal . I like the play on the words in the title, with bluebells in the foreground .
The off white frames complement the colour palette perfectly .
I was extremely impressed on how quickly the painting was delivered after the exhibition - I had expected to wait at least a couple of weeks , but within days it was with me . As always it was packaged very carefully .
Stripy Swimmers is a joyous riot of exquisite colours and shapes. It has pride of place in my sitting room. Every day it lifts my spirits and energizes me to be creative myself. Thank you Joanne, your unique painting has a very happy home. Thanks also to you John for your expert eye - the frame perfectly enhances the explosion of colour. It was so robustly packaged I wouldn't hesitate to buy from the gallery again knowing that it will arrive safely. I am a very Happy Customer!
We have loved and been visiting Holywell bay for over 25 years. It's a real home from home for us. This picture captures the place for us perfectly.
The paper is such good quality, certainly worth the cost. Delivery was effortless.
WOW Environmental inspired art at it's best.Bright and bold and mesmerising. John Dyer was very easy to contact and accommodating with dates for shipping