The Kingcombe Centre
Environmental education centre in west Dorset. No longer runs courses, but independent groups can stay at the Centre to study in wonderful natural surroundings. Kingcombe is an open access Reserve and welcomes day visitors.
www.kingcombe.org.uk
Plantlife International
The Wild-plant Conservation Charity
www.plantlife.org.uk
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Caring for Dorset’s wildlife
www.dorsetwildlife.co.uk
Society of Botanical Artists
The world’s first society for artists working in this genre. Membership is by rigorous selection. An Open Exhibition is held most years in London, and members-only exhibitions in other venues in Britain and abroad. The Society also runs a Distance Learning Diploma Course in botanical art.
http://www.soc-botanical-artists.org
SWSBA
The South West Society of Botanical Artists. A group of botanical artists whose aim is to promote and encourage botanical art to the highest standard. Exhibitions are held mainly in the south west of England.
http://www.swsba.org.uk
Nature Play
An organisation dedicated to connecting children with nature. Playgroups are held outdoors and children are encouraged to engage with the environment rather than toys.
www.nature-play.co.uk
IAPI
Institute for Analytical Plant Illustration. Botanists and Artists drawing together.
www.iapi.org.uk
Shipton Bulbs
Native bulbs, bulbs for naturalising, native and non-native plants by mail order.
NB Guaranteed no bulbs or plants taken from the wild.
www.shiptonbulbs.co.uk
Two Rivers Press
Publishers of beautifully designed books, including Christina’s.
www.tworiverspress.com
Jo Elswood
Multi-media and textile artist whose semi-abstract work is based on nature, especially coastal subjects. Jo has shared several exhibitions with Christina over the years.
http://www.joelswood.co.uk