In the frame: Bishop’s Stortford Art Society member Carol Knights

Retired at last, after a very long working life as a retailer and farmer (sheep, cows, pigs, alpacas and goats), I am finally able to follow my other passion: art, writes Carol Knights.

I put off joining an art group because I didn’t think I was good enough, but I found Bishop’s Stortford Art Society and realised it is for all abilities. Yes, some of the members are very accomplished, but most are just like me.

There are demos by visiting artists in all sorts of media, and opportunities to meet and create at evening meetings as well as organised outdoor events.

I have made lots of new friends and have had the chance to sell my work at exhibitions. So, if you’re thinking of joining, don’t wait – do it NOW!

Bishop’s Stortford Art Society meets at Thorn Grove Primary School two Thursday evenings a month during term time. A year’s membership is £20 (£35 for couples). You just have to be 18 and over and enjoy being creative – all abilities are welcome. Email stortfordartsociety@outlook.com for details.