After completing a Foundation Art Studies Diploma at South Devon College , over 10 years passed - and a long illness suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (also known as M.E.) - before Elizabeth began her Fine Art Degree course at the University of Plymouth . Having paused to marry and have a family, Elizabeth now continues to study and paint. She currently lives and works in the seaside town of Torquay , whilst pursuing her new found passion for fly fishing on the quiet, beautiful waters of her native Devon .