'Sailing Past Tresco, Isles of Scilly', 12x10 inches acrylic on canvas. Painting of Cornwall by Cornish Artist John Dyer
'Sailing Past Tresco, Isles of Scilly', 12x10 inches acrylic on canvas. Painting of Cornwall by Cornish Artist John Dyer
‘Sailing Past Tresco, Isles of Scilly’ captures a sun-soaked moment of freedom, nature, and romance in one of Cornwall’s most exotic island settings. Painted in John Dyer’s unmistakable style, the composition is filled with motion and colour — from puffins gliding overhead to orange-sailed boats drifting lazily past the horizon.
On the shoreline, a carefree couple stroll along the sand, their arms outstretched and laughter caught in the breeze. In the sea a topless swimmer floats joyfully in the surf, surrounded by turquoise sea, golden grasses, and glistening white sand. It’s a scene of youthful energy and sensual simplicity — a celebration of connection, sun, and sea.
Though compact in scale, this painting brings atmosphere and warmth to any space. It invites the viewer to pause, to feel the salt air, and to remember the joy of being alive. Whether collected for its romantic charm or as a bright focal point, this piece transforms a wall into an island escape.
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| Description | Framed Original Painting |
| Artist | Cornish Artist John Dyer (born 1968) |
| Signed by the Artist | Signed by John Dyer |
| Painting size | 12 x 10 inches |
| Medium | Acrylic on canvas |
| Framed size | 16 x 17.5 inches |
| Frame type | The St Ives style picture frame is a Renaissance-inspired cassetta frame, Italian for 'little box', featuring a white stain finish that highlights the wood grain. With a 73mm wide profile and 39mm depth, it creates a recessed central panel, perfect for a timeless, contemporary and elegant display of the painting. |
| Ready to hang | Strung with picture cord and ready to hang |
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‘Sailing Past Tresco, Isles of Scilly’ captures a sun-soaked moment of freedom, nature, and romance in one of Cornwall’s most exotic island settings. Painted in John Dyer’s unmistakable style, the composition is filled with motion and colour — from puffins gliding overhead to orange-sailed boats drifting lazily past the horizon.
On the shoreline, a carefree couple stroll along the sand, their arms outstretched and laughter caught in the breeze. In the sea a topless swimmer floats joyfully in the surf, surrounded by turquoise sea, golden grasses, and glistening white sand. It’s a scene of youthful energy and sensual simplicity — a celebration of connection, sun, and sea.
Though compact in scale, this painting brings atmosphere and warmth to any space. It invites the viewer to pause, to feel the salt air, and to remember the joy of being alive. Whether collected for its romantic charm or as a bright focal point, this piece transforms a wall into an island escape.
Item Information
| Description | Framed Original Painting |
| Artist | Cornish Artist John Dyer (born 1968) |
| Signed by the Artist | Signed by John Dyer |
| Painting size | 12 x 10 inches |
| Medium | Acrylic on canvas |
| Framed size | 16 x 17.5 inches |
| Frame type | The St Ives style picture frame is a Renaissance-inspired cassetta frame, Italian for 'little box', featuring a white stain finish that highlights the wood grain. With a 73mm wide profile and 39mm depth, it creates a recessed central panel, perfect for a timeless, contemporary and elegant display of the painting. |
| Ready to hang | Strung with picture cord and ready to hang |
Artist Information Links
Artist Chronology I Paintings in Public Collections I View John Dyer's Latest Paintings
