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Christmas Catalogue Exhibition Paintings Now Available | Private View December 6th in St Ives!

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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

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. 
Throughout art history, the beach and sea have been popular subjects for painters worldwide. The beauty and character of seaside towns and villages have been depicted over the years by many artists - from the French Impressionists and post-impressionists on the southern coast of France, Normandy and Pont Aven in Brittany, to the Newlyn School of Painters in Cornwall in the southwest of England. From Claude Monet, Paul Gauguin, Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso to JMW Turner and the Newlyn School of painters, the beach has been a source of inspiration. In this blog, we will look at some of our favourite paintings of the beach.