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CONTACT
For all art enquiries please get in touch: hello@jamescolmer.com
Contemporary artist
Artist, Graphic Designer, Illustrator, husband, father, foodie and surfer
ART
Ever since I was a child I have been playing in the sea and that strong passion for the ocean has remained with me throughout the years. Today, my aim in my art is to amplify that experience, evoke the emotions of the environment, and establish a deeper connection with the world around us.
I’ve been scribbling ever since I could pick up a pencil, so becoming an artist was always my destined path. After completing my education in Guernsey, I pursued an Arts foundation and a BA Honours in illustration at Falmouth College of Arts. Following my time in Cornwall, I returned to Guernsey and started combining work as a graphic designer, illustrator, and artist.
A few years ago, I took the leap and left my 9-5 job to pursue my dreams as an artist, and I am relishing this creative adventure.
“I try to get in between the lines to connect with a place or a person at a deeper level.”
GRAPHIC DESIGN
I am fortunate that creativity crosses over into all my work and allows me to explore many disciplines and styles. I have over 25 years experience in graphic design and advertising; working for many agencies, starting up a web design company with friends to becoming Creative Director for Healthspan. Along the way collaborating with large clients such as New Zealand All Blacks, Black Ferns, British Cycling, British Athletics, M&S, Lloyds bank offshore, MGM film studios to name a few.
I have extensive experience and success in taking products to market. From an inception of a concept through to its packaging, development, advertising and promotion in a multi channel approach.
Personally I strive for positive, life affirming graphics. My favourite graphic design projects are ones where I can incorporate my own illustrative elements, adding life, warmth and personality to a brand. This has got me involved in some great initiatives with musicians, surf brands and community projects.
Illustration is that bridge between my fine art and graphic design and I love the places it can take me.
Explore my graphic design and illustration portfolio here
“From designing graphics for surf brands to storytelling, each one has a journey I love to connect with.”
LIFE & LOVE
I’m very fortunate to live in Guernsey with my beautiful wife Ingrid, my son Heron a black cat Maya and Raoul, my Amazonian albino frog!
When I’m not scribbling I’m eating, surfing or chateau hunting in France! “Chateau hunting in France” I hear you say? Ingrid and myself also founded The Chateau Bee, sourcing stunning wedding venues in France. Discover more about The Chateau Bee here.
Keep up to date on my current art, design and life on instagram
ART PRINTS
Each print is on 310 gsm Giclée fine art paper and have options of being framed or unframed.
For a bespoke sized print please get in contact with me
Art print orders outside the UK will incur further delivery costs and sent by DHL.
Have you a challenge for me?
For any commissions please contact me at hello@jamescolmer.com
Creative Showcase
2026 – Gamma Aviation installation, Private Jet Terminal, Jersey
2026 – Lidded Lands Exhibition continued – Art for Guernsey
2025 – Lidded Lands Exhibition – Art for Guernsey
2025 – Victor Hugo trail – Guernsey
2025 – Salty Dog Restaurant Installation. St Aubins, Jersey
2025 – GSPCA Dolphin Parade
2025 – ‘Guernsey In The Frame’ exhibition, London City Airport
2025 – Lihou Island Museum and Education Centre
2024 – Vista Exhibition – Jaro Gallery Jersey
2024 – St James Mural
2024 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2024 – Creativity & Wellbeing Week mural at the PEH
2024 – Finding Turner Exhibition, my artistic response to William Turner’s time in Guernsey, curated by Art for Guernsey
2024 – HeARTbeat Charity Exhibition for Heartbeat House, Southampton, Crossan Gallery
2023 – Pride of Guernsey, nominated for art contribution of the year
2023 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2023 – Beatles Exhibition at Candie Museum
2023 – Secret guest at the Kooky Tea Club
2023 – Bailiwick in Bloom Exhibition at Sula Gallery
2023 – Seafront Sunday Pint Glass Design
2023 – Alderney “Puffin” Postage Stamps collection
2023 – Guernsey Puffin Parade (check out mine at Le Barbarie Hotel)
2023 – Art For Guernsey Opening Exhibition “Retrospective”
2022 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2022 – Guernsey Open Arts Exhibition, Crossan Gallery
2022 – Art for Guernsey, Sustainable Bailiwick Exhibition. Guernsey Royal Court.
2022 – Guernsey Postage Stamps SEPAC edition
2022 – Art for Ukraine for SAMU charity.
2022 – Guernsey Granite Exhibition – Coach House Gallery
2021 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2021 – Guernsey Open Arts Exhibition, Crossan Gallery
2021 – World Earth Day Exhibition at Rocquaine by the Clean Earth Trust
2021 – Film poster illustration and design for “Occupied”
2021 – Saumarez Ward Mural, Princess Elizabeth Hospital, Guernsey
2021 – Official Write Stuff Illustrator, Guernsey Literary Festival 2021
2021 – SPRING Exhibition, Gatehouse Gallery, Guernsey
2021 – Breaking the Boundaries Exhibition, Coach House Gallery, Guernsey
2020 – Guernsey Arts Network Exhibition, St James Guernsey
2020 – LIBERATION 75: Freedom Not Forgotten exhibition
2020 – Guernsey Open Arts Exhibition 2020, Crossan Gallery
2020 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2020 – Judge of the PF&A Lockdown Sketch Club
2020 – Warmth of the Sun Exhibition, Coach House Gallery, Guernsey
2019 – ‘Our Fragile Planet‘ exhibition – St James, Guernsey
2019 – ‘Guernsey New Contemporary’ exhibition – Gatehouse Gallery
2019 – JJ Fox art exhibition finalist, Guernsey. Highly commended award.
2019 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2019 – Roustel Ward Mural, Princess Elizabeth Hospital, Guernsey
2019 – Victor Hugo’s Guernsey. Visit Guernsey
2019 – Purple Art Exhibition. Coach House Gallery, Guernsey
2019 – CMC, Guernsey. Solo exhibition
2018 – JJ Fox art exhibition finalist, Jersey/Guernsey
2018 – Judge for the Sovereign Art Foundation Competition, Guernsey
2018 – Reflections on Occupation. Candie Museum, Guernsey
2018 – Yellow Art Exhibition. Coach House Gallery, Guernsey
2018 – CMC, Guernsey. Solo exhibition
2017 – CMC, Guernsey. Solo exhibition
2017 – Arts Foundation Launch, Government House, Guernsey
2017 – Skipton Arts Festival, Guernsey
2016 – Oberlands Centre, Guernsey, permanent display
2016 – Guernsey Arts Festival
2015 – Love exhibition, Gatehouse Gallery, Guernsey
2015 – Guernsey Arts Festival
2013 – Winner in Ormerland Art competition
2012 – Winner of Livingroom, Living art competition
2012 – JJ Fox art exhibition finalist, Jersey/Guernsey
2012 – Winner of Gallery Magazine’s April art competition
2008 – JJ Fox art exhibition finalist, Jersey/Guernsey
2011 – Reclassified exhibition, Greenhouse Gallery, Guernsey
2008 – Mourant Art Prize finalist
2000 – Millenium exhibition, Guernsey
