A Liskeard artist has produced a special set of uniquely Cornish Christmas cards to help raise funds for Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust.

The cards come in four designs depicting local coastal scenes and wildlife in the depths of a snowy midwinter.

Ann Kinahani, artist, said: “I really hope people enjoy these Cornish Christmas cards. It’s a great pleasure to have created them in support of such a vital organization as Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust, and to play a small part in promoting their lifesaving work.”

Each year, Cornwall Air Ambulance’s emergency helicopter helps more than 1,100 seriously ill or injured people. Since its establishment in 1987, the service has completed more than 31,000 missions. Its £5 million annual operating cost is funded by kind donations from the generous people of the Cornwall community, and beyond.

“We’re so grateful to Ann for producing these lovely cards to help support our lifesaving missions across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We are incredibly lucky to have amazing supporters like Ann, who are so passionate about the work that our crew do each and every day to save lives and keep families together, thank you!,” said Sherelle Puertas, Fundraising Officer for Cornwall Air Ambulance.

Now in her early 70s, Ann continues to compete as an international triathlete and is also a keen member of Liskeard’s Market Makers group of artists and craftspeople.

The group is run by Alec Charles, on behalf on Liskeard Town Council. “Ann’s simply a force of nature. She’s a mainstay of our group, and a proper pillar of the community, playing active roles in everything from heritage open days to sustainable transport initiatives. Her Christmas card project shows her at her very best – creative, clever and kind.” said Alec.

Market Makers is supported by Cornwall Council and European Structural and Investment Funds.