This comprehensive guide to holiday courses in Great Britain, Europe and worldwide is beautifully illustrated with some of the works produced on previous holidays. As well as favourite destinations such as Flatford Mill, Provence, Tuscany, Greece, Spain and Portugal, more exotic holidays are now available such as Bohemia, Indonesia, Turkey and an African safari.

Services are also increasing with many DIY breaks on offer with or without a tutor. One of the tutors, Sue Goodchild, will give postal tuition so painters can practise their techniques before leaving home. The book costs £5, UK post free.

Tel/fax: 01830 540215; www.paintingholidaydirectory.com