Speaking of houses: interior portraiture first appeared in Europe at the end of the 17th century. Then, it’s purpose was to record the contents of a gallery room, library, or Wunderkammer. Charm ensured its endurance – it can be fun to have picture of a room in the room its picturing. But it is also a lovely way to remember your childhood home, a house you loved but had to leave, or any scheme that you particularly admire. She’s got two books to her name, and she’s the founder of the Room Portrait Club (which has just turned 200 weeks old) – which can be a good source for finding other artists who specialise in interiors.