NEW: John Dyer & Joanne Short Christmas Exhibition Paintings 2024

At The John Dyer Gallery, we’re entering the holiday season in high spirits, embracing the latest Christmas Features trend with our unique and inspiring collection of wall art. As Cornwall's premier online art gallery, we celebrate the work of renowned artists from our own family - John Dyer, Joanne Short and Ted Dyer. Our gallery is an artistic sanctuary, home to ethereal paintings inspired by the breathtaking beauty of Cornwall's coast, beaches, and gardens. Beyond our Cornish art, we host a global selection of paintings by artist John Dyer, whose visionary work at Eden Project and Earth Day are celebrated worldwide. Moving forward into the festive season, our collections are augmented with an array of artist-designed gifts, including Art Mugs, Calendars, T-Shirts and iPhone Cases. We invite you to embrace the Christmas season with us - you can check out these artistic wonders at www.johndyergallery.com.

In our festive collection, we're pleased to bring to your attention a singular, vividly colourful piece titled 'Fiesta of Flowers in Mexican Vases,' an oil canvas masterpiece by renowned British and Cornish artist, Joanne Short. Spanning an impressive 30x30 inches, this painting is able to turn any room into a sanctuary of tranquillity and reflection, truly capturing Cornish charm in a bottle. The artist's genius mastery of colour and movement elevates this piece, making it a standout feature amongst our Christmas collection, and indeed, this piece can make your festivities especially unique and memorable. Intricate detail is delivered with assured brush strokes, building a picture of calm in a hectic world. A brilliant gift or captivating addition to your own collection, it is available for free global delivery and is ready to hang on your wall as soon as it arrives. Experience more of Joanne Short’s vibrant artistry by visiting our artist information page.

Stepping in line with the trend of Christmas features, we couldn't help but spotlight John Dyer's 'Moonlit Journey, Botallack' painting. This exquisitely crafted piece of art takes you on a journey to Botallack under the tranquil Cornish moonlight. Acrylic on board, measuring 33x40 inches, this painting encapsulates Cornwall's serene environment skillfully, an absolute adornment for any Christmas decor. It offers a spectacular view of the magical Cornish winter nights, an apt reflection of Dyer's deep-rooted connection with Mother Earth, mirroring the tranquillity we all seek during the holiday season.

Continuing the celebration of Cornish Christmas festivities, the newest addition to our gallery is John Dyer's enchanting 'Christmas Painting Cadgwith Cornwall'. This captivating original piece wonderfully captures the charm of holiday cheer amid the vibrant colours of Cornwall's coastline, beautifully blending the traditional celebration with the distinctive Cornish panoramic view. One can almost hear the Christmas carols echoing off the quaint cobblestones and feel the cool Christmas breeze on their faces simply by looking at this heartwarming piece. For those who wish to brighten their homes with this Yuletide spirit and cherish a part of Cornwall's iconic Christmas, visit our online gallery at www.johndyergallery.com.

Brightening the holiday season, The John Dyer Gallery proudly presents the recent addition to our collection, 'Under the Light of the Silvery Moon, Godrevy'. This beautifully evocative 24x24 inches acrylic on canvas composition by renowned Cornish artist John Dyer celebrates the ethereal beauty of Cornwall's coastal landscapes in the silvery shimmer of moonlight. It draws viewers into the tranquillity of nature and resonates with the theme of peace and unity, making it an apt feature for our Christmas collection. In its frames, it measures 32x32 inches and comes ready to hang, offering a delightful infusion of Cornish aesthetic directly to your walls.

Celebrating the Italian coast, we are delighted to highlight the vibrant 'Lemons by the Sea - Positano, Italy' oil painting by British artist Joanne Short, a renowned name in our gallery and a leading British colourist of her generation. The enchanting Amalfi Coast, strikingly captured in her original artwork, invokes a sense of calm, tranquillity and festivity that perfectly resonates with the joyous holiday season. Fresh lemons, a traditional Christmas feature in many parts of the world, are painted with such vivid realism that one can almost smell the citrus wafting through the crisp winter air. The painting, set in a beautiful 38x38 inch frame, is ready to adorn your walls and bring a Mediterranean Christmas charm right into your homes.

As we step into the holiday season, The John Dyer Gallery is thrilled to announce the unveiling of our Special Christmas Collection of new original paintings.


Our collection also includes an array of unique artist-designed gifts perfect for the season. Featured paintings include Joanne Short's vibrantly colourful 'Fiesta of Flowers in Mexican Vases' and John Dyer's exquisite 'Moonlit Journey, Botallack,' and festive 'Christmas Painting Cadgwith Cornwall', all capturing Cornwall's serene environment intricately. John Dyer's evocative composition 'Under the Light of the Silvery Moon, Godrevy' and Joanne Short's 'Lemons by the Sea - Positano, Italy' are also part of the collection, infusing the tranquillity of the Cornish landscapes and the Mediterranean charm into your homes.


Visit us online at www.johndyergallery.com to immerse yourself in the fantastic artist information page and experience our collection as we celebrate the Christmas spirit.

View the Exhibition Online now

View online now: https://johndyergallery.com/collections/st-ives-christmas-exhibition-2024


Private View Opening: Friday 6th December at 6 pm to 8 pm

Venue: Porthmeor Studios, Back Road West, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1NG

Exhibition continues: December 7th and 8th 10am to 4pm 


We warmly invite your readers to experience our Christmas Exhibition in the iconic Porthmeor Studios, St Ives, a space steeped in the rich heritage of Cornish art.


John Dyer and Joanne Short are set to unveil their latest collection of vibrant paintings within the historic and inspiring setting of Porthmeor Studio 10, overlooking the stunning Porthmeor Beach. This new collection showcases expressive oils and acrylics celebrating the Cornish coastline and the charm of Italy, designed to captivate and enchant all who view them.


Join us for a festive gathering with mince pies and drinks on 6th December at 6 pm in the company of the artists and surrounded by their extraordinary new works.


We look forward to welcoming you to Christmas in St Ives in Cornwall!


About The John Dyer Gallery

Cornwall's leading online art gallery features the unique art from Cornish artists John Dyer, Joanne Short and Ted Dyer. Our artists are the most famous contemporary family of artists in Cornwall. We showcase their original paintings of the Cornish coast, beaches and gardens. John Dyer is the artist in residence for the Eden Project, an official Artist for the Earth with Earth Day, and founded and runs the leading online environmental educational art project Last Chance to Paint. His paintings from remote parts of the world, wildlife and tribal culture are proudly exhibited in our gallery. Our unique collection of wall art prints, poster prints, limited edition prints, open-edition prints and canvas prints will inspire, and we have high-resolution images for journalists, room sets and product images available on request. We also have a unique selection of artist-designed gifts, including Art Mugs, Calendars, T-Shirts and iPhone Cases. 

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