One of my most favourite places is Applecross, a wee village in Wester Ross.
To get there the journey is epic, either over the highest pass in Britain, the Bealach na Ba, or by the long and winding coast road from the north. Both have the most stunning vistas on a clear day, and last weekend was perfect, give or take the odd moor fire.
Applecross is worth it for the sea views alone but there are other good reasons to go there.
The Applecross Inn is justly famed for its food, beer and welcome. Take your drink outside and take in the fabulous sight of the Cuillins.
However this is not a travel promo, I'm here to talk art. The artwork in the photo has been produced by pupils at the local primary school and decorates the Applecross community petrol pumps. Surely the most novel gallery in the Highlands.
Across the road is a The Coal Shed, a little art and craft shop. It's run by two local artists and stuffed full of lovely things.
There's loads here to inspire me. I've come home with sketches and photos and lots of ideas buzzing around my head.
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