"When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life" Samuel Johnson
Even after steeping myself in the treasures of the National Gallery, the National Portrait Gallery, Leighton House, Windsor Castle and Tate Britain - it is hard to remain tired when there are verdant green canopies, rolling blankets of soft green grass, birdsong and dappled late afternoon sunlight in London's Parks to nurture, restore and reenergise. How clever it was to have designed them so thoughtfully all those years ago, and how essential it still is to maintain these gr
Art in Amsterdam
It is a joyful moment when you are able to spend as much time as you like before Master paintings that have inspired you in books since childhood. To be surrounded by a profusion of Dutch Master works, and have the luxury of days to enjoy them face to face was the best birthday present a older brother could give his fledgling artist sister. The breadth, diversity and availability of art in this stylish, hip and vibrant city was refreshing. Rich in history, the beauty of its a
