An artists collective based around Forest Row, East Sussex who join together for exhibitions and art related activities. For my sins, I am treasurer and a very active member. www.ashdownarts.co.uk

Art holidays based in Croatia near Dubrovnik. More of an house party than a training course, with numbers attending restricted to a maximum of 4. I have made two visits to this location and completed a number of paintings. www.artsholidays.com

Painting holidays based at Gökçebel near Bodrum. Simple accommodation, great food, sun and laughter. www.turkishpaintingholidays.com

I have been on two of Tony's courses, both based near Scarborough. The second was using Atelier Interactive Acrylic which is my first choice for Plein Air painting. www.hoganart.co.uk