Skyline from Primrose Hill
Links to various websites
Here are some links to people who I think provide exceptional services and expertise and who have become friends over the years:
I buy all my photographic equipment here. They specialise in Nikon and Leica, but will be able to help you with any and all your photographic requirements. Speak to Tim or Neil, or anyone else - they are all exceptionally knowledgeable. This is what all shops should be like.
This is a unique and wonderfully quirky gallery specialising in original film posters, stills and photographs, and rock and pop posters - run by Martyn and Tim. Martyn is also the best framer in town - he offers a full framing service, including conservation framing and linen backing and restoration, and has framed every single painting of mine since the beginning! He is a true artist and master of his craft, and always comes up with something special that totally complements the artwork.
If you think this new website is brilliantly designed, then look no further. Nick Miller is a very talented young man who offers a complete website design and branding service. This can include a full content management system, enabling you to update, change and expand your own website - as I am doing as I type this! He provides a tailor made package, and has a great flair for sharp, clean design with cutting edge functionality.
Primrose Hill Community Association
The PHCA plays an essential role in the everyday life of this very special part of London. We are very lucky indeed to have the multi-talented Mick Hudspeth running it, ably assisted by Margaret Gilkes. The Centre offers a range of educational and recreational activities and also serves as a hub for other local civic groups.
For everything you always wanted to know about Corsica. A real treasure trove of information about this most beautiful of islands. Both this site and Corsica Holidays are run by Mac and John McKeone - a father and son team. They are passionate about Corsica, and between the two sites you really do have all the information you could possibly want to plan a stay in Corsica and be well informed when you arrive.
A comprehensive planning and booking site for all your Corsica holiday requirements.
This is another wonderful site - run by the charming Nino de Sonneville - dedicated to all things Corsica and in particular Corsican music and the fantastic I Muvrini. If you have not yet discovered Corsican music then this is the place to start. It is the most beautiful and life affirming music, and often inspires me when painting.
I have always been fascinated by watches. Ian Mitchell offers the finest vintage watches available on ebay – or for that matter anywhere else on the internet. Many dealers buy from him and sell on at much higher prices. Ian is a true gentleman and an absolute pleasure to deal with. He takes great pride not only in supplying fine watches, but also in providing – with the help of his superb watchmaker Richard – an excellent after sales service.
Tanya is a talented local artist, often to be found running her father's Primrose Hill Gallery. Her paintings come from the imagination, and often have a mystical or spiritual theme inspired by mythology.