Amerton Arts Studio reviews

Joerg Niehoegen reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"This was my first time of woodcarving after a little bit as a youngster. Geraint gave a very good introduction and had carefully selected projects that were doable. The tools available were phantastic and his support made it possible for me to get a project done much better than I thought I could. The venue was excellent with a really nice athmospheric room with a beautiful view and courtyard for lunch. Nice company too. Excellent value for money. I wish Geraint would offer regular workshops to move on with his support. The only negative side is that I probably will spend a fortune on new toys to play with. Throughly recommend this, even if you think you have no talent for this sort of thing. Give it a go."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"It is lovely to know you enjoyed the course!!"

Lisa reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"Fantastic day. Geraint was very friendly, informative and encouraging! Great value for money! Skills and techniques learnt to now have a go myself! On the look out for some chisels etc! New hobby created !"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for the review Lisa, glad you enjoyed it!"

Aline Shand reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"I am not at all arty or crafty so I both looked forward to and dreaded the course. Geraint is a fabulous teacher and is determined to get you to leave with your own completed work, having learnt about wood, tools, and carving techniques. The atmosphere in the room was superbe with a sense of hard work and accomplishment. A very enjoyable and memorable 2 days! Thank you."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Aline, glad you enjoyed it."

Richard Catchpowle reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Great course. Really enjoyed the experience. The instructions were very detailed so was very happy to produce something of quality with no previous experience."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Richard, glad you enjoyed it."

Liz reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Middleton Hall

"This was a really enjoyable way to spend a weekend. The tasks are well-judged to be doable in the time, but still somewhat challenging, so you have a sense of achievement at the end, and well-structured so that by the time you get to the trickier bits, you have developed some skill with the tools."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you very much for the review Liz, glad you enjoyed it."

Maureen Brown reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"A great great course had a lot of help when doing this course but was finished at the end of the course. Geraint was a very good tutor and I learnt a lot. well done and thank you."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Maureen, glad you enjoyed it. Hope you had a good journey back."

Kev O'Grady reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Middleton Hall

"Really enjoyed this course, my first of maybe many. Geraint is an excellent teacher and showed us both in explanation and hands on how to carve wood using an amazing array of chisels. Would recommend anyone who wants to have a go at wood carving to go on this course. 10/10 for me"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for the positive review. We get a lot of pleasure out of seeing people progress and produce some beautiful work. It was lovely to meet you on the weekend."

Debbie gossage reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Enjoyable weekend stone carving outside at Middleton Hall. Would go again"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thanks for the review Debbie!"

Bernard Wheeler reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"This was an excellent course held in a lovely setting with a superb teacher, Geraint. He described all the factors you need to know, checked on progress at the right times, gave help and advice when asked, and all with a warm and friendly manner. If you fancy giving this a go, no matter what your experience or expectations, I can highly recommend it. This was a gift to me by my lovely wife, and it ranks right up there!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Bernard, glad you enjoyed it."

Justin Taylor reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"Not being the most arty or crafty person, I approached this course with some trepidation. I am so pleased with what I created. The tutors were knowledgeable, kind and patient. The venue was in keeping with the corse and both peaceful and relaxing. An excellent course, well worth the money."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Justin, glad you enjoyed it"

Susanne Mooney reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Absolutely brilliant!!! Loved it all. Learning traditional skills and techniques, lovely tutor, and fabulous surroundings to work in. Support when you needed it but also freedom to experience the materials and work with the tools. Brilliant two day course ..!!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for the review Susanne, glad you enjoyed it."

Bev reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"Learnt new skills and conducted at a pace which gives you time and confidence to tackle the carving . Tutor was excellent , location beautiful - very enjoyable weekend"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, glad you enjoyed it"

Stuart Smith reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"I Really enjoyed wood carving and would definitely recommend. There was a great atmosphere with lots of other people on the course beavering away on their own projects. The only practical work I have ever done is DIY around the house so wood carving was a big step up. The instructions were easy to follow and my relief was much better than I thought possible. I left with a great sense of accomplishment and wanting to do more!!"

Helen Thomas reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"I have never done woodcarving before but have always fancied doing it so my husband got me this course for my birthday. We were given the option of carving one of the existing projects or carving our own design, I chose the three rabbits design to carve in relief. initially I was frightening to carve the wood as I didn't want to wreck it, but it didn't take long to get my confidence up. Geraint the tutor was constantly on hand to to provide encouragement and help me correct all my mistakes!! I am so pleased with my finished wood carving and I am now thinking of buying some chisels and taking this up as a hobby. The venue itself is really beautiful and was easy to get to for me, I live in Birmingham and it was only a 30 minute journey. Thank you so much for a lovely weekend!!!"

Geoffrey Wilson reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"I am a complete beginner and was slightly nervous before the workshop as I hadn't done anything like it before. In short, I simply couldn't believe the quality of carving I produced after 2 days, my family didn't believe it was my work. I found craft skills that I didn't know I had. We were given step by step instructions following an initial demonstration, and then worked through the carving stage by stage using a range of chisels. We carved a type of wood called lime which was soft and easy to carve even for me!! I want to thank Geraint for his patience, help and a thoroughly enjoyable weekend."

John Broadbent reviewed: Introduction to portrait sculpture

"I have attended many courses run by Miranda and have improved my skills enormously. Miranda is very talented and she is able to guide you to producing a work of art that you will be proud to show your friends. I am sure that you will have a happy and rewarding day."

David Glennon reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I have been going to Miranda’s stone carving classes for a number of years as I had a wish to do something creative using my hands. Miranda’s an excellent teacher giving advice and guidance but the final decision is yours and is reflected in your work. The choice of what to carve is yours with Miranda encouraging you to explore your artistic capability. It is a very friendly, sociable group who are supportive of each other’s work. If you want to explore something different, want to be creative, then do come to Miranda’s stone carving classes."

Margaret Rawlings reviewed: Introduction to portrait sculpture

"Miranda is an excellent teacher. She is very patient, encouraging you to develop and improve your skills including the ones you didn’t know you had!!"

Margaret Rawlings reviewed: Introduction to life drawing

"I agree completely with the other reviews. Miranda is a very good teacher. She has the right balance between encouragement and instruction. I always look forward to her classes."

Eileen Farley reviewed: Introduction to life drawing

"Miranda is a marvellous teacher she can see where you go wrong and helps you in every way possible. I would recommend her. I have never had such a good art teacher and have been going to her for years. Even if you have not drawn from life or painted from life or even done any sculpture from life including portraits she will give you the confidence inspiration and most of all the satisfaction of what you have done. Thank you SO much Miranda for all your help!!"

Gemma reviewed: Two day clay animal sculpture course

"This is a great course where I learned lots of new techniques for modelling with clay to create a sculpture that I am proud of. Miranda is a brilliant tutor who helps every step of the way, instructive and encouraging. A really lovely day with a very friendly group, thank you."

Geraldine Taylor reviewed: Introduction to life drawing

"Miranda is an excellent teacher she encourages you to try new ways to improve your skills and techniques using different media and helps to improve the way you look at the subject, a very enjoyable course."

Ingrid Lackajis reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I wanted to come back to stone carving after many decades and was delighted to find the opportunity, even more delighted that Miranda was such a great teacher. She explains tools and techniques as you go along, an understanding of your stone, and encourages you to see it aesthetically. My Thursday morning group is a wonderful, friendly group, and it is inspiring to see their achievements under Miranda’s guidance. Highly recommended."

Marcia Cameron reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I love this saturday morning stone carving course, it's a great way to escape after a busy week. I had no experience at all of stone carving before I started here, but with Mirandas expert tuiton I started off with simple achievable 2 dimensional designs and have progressed to more complex 3 dimensional pieces. All tools and materials are provided. Friendly bunch of like minded people."

Marcia Cameron reviewed: Green Man clay sculpture course

"Great course at the Amerton Art Studio. Parking on site is free and there's a cafe and shop or take your own lunch. In the art studio tea and coffee and biscuits are provided. Miranda the tutor gives great instruction and really gets the best out of you. Lovely friendly group. Tools and everything you need is provided, maybe just take an apron if you think you need one."