Writing and art are all about learning, and striving to improve. They require a balancing act between natural (and healthy) self-criticism and the courage to share and hear feedback.
I have found inspiration, encouragement and friendship from several groups and schools, including the following:
Writing
Bedford Writers’ Circle, Bedfordshire, UK
University of Cambridge Professional & Continuing Education, Cambridgeshire, UK
Art
Abingdon & Witney College, Oxfordshire, UK
Holwell & Sutton Life Drawing, Bedfordshire, UK
Cornerstone Arts Centre, Oxfordshire, UK
Newlyn School of Art, Cornwall, UK
ArtOxford, Oxfordshire, UK
Sunningwell School of Art, Oxfordshire, UK