Jo Garden Art reviews

Pat and Maureen. reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"We had a fabulous day on the one day course. Jo was fantastic and made sure all participants had an enjoyable day. Help and guidance was always on hand and Jo was re-assuring and encouraging about everyone’s sculptures. It was great value for money and a lovely way to spend the day. Our hares are proudly displayed in our garden and look very much at home. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Pat & Maureen. Really happy you both enjoyed the day and now have new friends in the garden! I love running the workshops and meeting so many great people. Jo xx"

Rachel and Martin reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"A wonderful day, relaxed and fun. The course was a great pace with Jo taking us through each stage and offering support if needed. Having no crafting experience, we didn’t have high expectations for our sculpture but our Hares look amazing and they have pride of place in our garden. We would highly recommend giving this course a go. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you very much Rachel & Martin! I really enjoy having couples do the workshop as you both will produce unique hares and they look great together in the garden! Thank you for sending the photo - what a beautiful location. Jo xx"

Mike reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Really lovely day! Jo did a fantastic job of walking through the steps with us and provided excellent feedback throughout the process. I hadn't expected to produce much of substance, but it truly was very easy to follow along with Jo's instruction and created a lovely piece for my home. The studio was incredibly beautiful, and meeting the two dogs was a delight. Wholeheartedly reccomend to anybody looking for a fun, unique workshopping activity to do."

Emily Simmons reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"We had such a fantastic day with Jo at the hare sculpture course. We all thought we would be rubbish but Jo was very helpful and informative and we all came away with a hare we are proud to display. My 14year old daughter also came and managed to follow along easily and really enjoyed herself. The studio was comfortable and the hosts were very warm and welcoming. Would 100% recommend this course to anyone looking for a fun day out and to try something different! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Emily 🤗 I'm delighted your family enjoyed the day - and your daughter did soooo well! I hope they are displayed together and not being too naughty! Jo xx"

Jacky Smith reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"An absolutely brilliant day with friends. We all thought we would be rubbish... but Jo's patience and expert instructions and demonstrations enabled each of us to produce a beautiful Hare, and they were all gorgeous and all different!. The house and gardens are beautiful and Jo and Andy were so lovely, as much tea and coffee as we wanted, snacks, laughter, dogs, a kitten and a lot of fun! Highly recommended, and honestly, you don't need to be "arty" - if I could do it, so can you! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Jacky! You completed every part of the day despite having a recently broken arm and 2 fingers taped together 🤗🤗🤗. Andy and I were sooo impressed! It was lovely having the family together, and as you mentioned everyone's hare developed their own personality. Thank you for helping socialise our new kitten! Hope to see you at the Slate workshop next year. Jo xx"

Christine Alger reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Had the most wonderful day sculpting my hare. Right from the start of the day when you look at what you are going to make and think "I can't do this" but with Jo's expertise and guidance, before you know it you have an amazing sculpture! Thank you Jo and Andy for a wonderful day to remember!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Our pleasure Chris! The staged building process of the sculpture has been well thought out, so thankfully always result in a lovely hare! See you at the Slate workshop 🤗 Jo xx"

Symone reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I had a fabulous day doing the hare sculpture course! It was great learning the technique and Jo tells you exactly what you need and where to get the materials from so you can continue to experiment at home. I bought the greyhound sculpture kit and can't wait to give it a go! We were made a tea or coffee when we arrived then off to the workshop to get started. All went at an easy pace and instructions were easy to follow. Thank you for a great day! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Symone! Delighted you enjoyed the processes learned during the day and I hope you love making your Greyhound sculpture (make contact if any questions or you wish me to see a photo of the 'foiled' stage). See you at the Slate workshop in January! Jo xx"

Sue reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What a brilliant day - Thank you Jo and Andy for your hospitality and sharing your home and grounds with us. The course was so well organised and in such a friendly environment. I am so pleased with my Stargazing Hare and my friend and I will be coming again next year to try a different course! I cannot recomend this highly enough."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sue! It was a lovely workshop and we are delighted you both enjoyed it so much. Looking forward to seeing you at the Slate workshop next year 🤗 Jo xx"

Pippa reviewed: Large human sculpture kit (50cm)

"This was such a wonderful gift for my 16 year old grandson. He had just finished his GCSEs, and was very pleased to enjoy some creative time to chill after the stress of exams! The materials arrived promptly, well packaged, and with very clear and easy to follow instructions. The video is such a fab idea! I will certainly look to purchase more craft kits in the future. Thank you, Jo, for such a great service from start to finish."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for the Human Kit Pippa. You sent me photos of the sculpture your son made - just wonderful! Thank you for mentioning the video - I sometimes cannot sleep well, and actually made most of this one in the early hours of a winters night! Wishing your son a fabulous future with a nod to creativity in whatever he does 🤗. Jo x"

Sally reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"From the moment I turned up onto your drive, Andy was extremely helpful in guiding me to park, and so the day progressed in the same fashion. You were very welcoming, and I instantly felt at ease, and you and Andy were the perfect hosts, offering us unlimited tea and coffee [of various flavours] throughout the day, along with Kit Kats and even an ice cream cone, totally unheard of 😊 The studio is nestled in the beautiful and tranquil gardens of Jo and Andys property, its magical actually, you feel as though you are in a open air art gallery. To begin with I CANNOT believe what we achieved in a day! We all left with our Hare in various postures and poses, all with different personalities. You explained the whole process thoroughly, supplied us with everything that we would need, down to your favourite bamboo stick! I don’t want to give too much away as it would spoil it for all new students, but the process was fantastic, from the skeleton to the finished product. We could then purchase kits of various kinds and sizes to take home with us, and included was absolutely everything. Jo you are so passionate about your arts and crafts, and it is lovely that you find the time to share with willing students. I will definitely be coming back to learn a new thing or two. Thank you to both of you. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"What a heart warming review - thank you so much Sally 😘 Those bamboo sticks appear everywhere in the kits and workshops! Would love to see you back in the studio. Jo xx"

Julia van den Brink-Budgen reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Myself, mum and aunt thoroughly enjoyed our Hare Sculpture Day. Being complete beginners we were quite amazed at what we had achieved by the end of the day, and really pleased with our final Hares. Jo was a great teacher, explaining every detail and helping us all at every stage. Refreshments were also readily available. I would thoroughly recommend everyone to take-part."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you very much Julia 🤗 Lovely to have the three of you together in the studio. Of course, each making completely different hares! It's remarkable considering everyone starts off with the same framework, but that just shows our personalities come through gradually during the day. Jo xx"

John W Haddon reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"An excellent day all round. Each step to making a hare was expertly explained with suitable demonstrations given. Nothing was too much trouble, plenty of refreshments available, a lovely garden to have lunch in. I can thoroughly recommend this workshop to anyone from beginner to those with more experience."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you John! Well done on your fabulous hare - I hope he enjoys his trip home in your campervan 🤗. Jo xx"

Cathie Mallows reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Never thought I would be able to produce the amazing hare sculpture which was done at Jo’s fantastic workshop. Fantastic day in beautiful setting with a great group of 7. Jo exuded confidence in all of us to produce great hares. Along with her husband Andy, Jo ‘s enthusiastic help, support and belief was second to none. Everyone marvelled at what they had produced. I can already feel a return trip to build ‘a buddy’ for my hare. Absolutely amazing day. Thank you both and fellow hare makers for a memorable and fun day. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Cathie! I do enjoy running the workshops and ensuring everyone goes home with a new special friend. And, of course, I could not do it without Andy's great support both in his welding skills and help with the plastering stage of the day. So glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you again! Joxx"

Lesley reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"A really well planned day in a beautiful location. Jo is a great tutor and very knowledgeable. She explained each step of the process, and we all created amazing hare sculptures. Mine is now sitting proudly by the pond. Highly recommend this course! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Lesley, and also for sending a photo of your lovely hare enjoying life by your pond. So glad you enjoyed the day, Jo xx"

Liz Hopewell reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I had a really enjoyable day creating my hare. The setting for the workshop was delightful in Jo and Andy's beautiful garden. They both looked after us all so well throughout the day, providing continuous refreshments and made us feel relaxed and at home. Jo was such a good teacher, well structured and exceptionally organised, She took us through the stages, step by step, so that we all ended up creating a lovely sculpture. A lot of thought had gone into the purchasable kits too, right down to those little things that you wouldn't always expect, Jo had thought of everything. Really recommended."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Liz 😊 So glad you enjoyed the day - fabulous group (or 'down' / 'husk') of hares made. Thank you for noting the contents of the kits - I do go a bit overboard with all the little extras, although need a good check list to ensure I include everything 😆. Have fun with them! Jo xx"

Sue potts reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Wow, what a terrific day crafting. My thanks to Jo and Andy it’s a well organised, well planned out day. The tutoring splendid I loved every minute with plenty of tea chocolate breaks. I and my friend attended the course on the recommendation of another happy customer. All 7 of us attending ended up with a magnificent hare to take home and admire and with terrific memories. I can’t wait to visit again. Well done Jo and Andy."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Sue! We were also blessed with great summer weather which allowed our troupe of hares to dry outside during lunch - yay! Looking forward to welcoming you back in the studio, Jo xx"

Helen Garwood reviewed: Large outdoor plaster hare sculpture kit

"My daughter bought me the large hare kit for mothers day. It was the most perfect gift! Everything I needed to create a glorious hare, who now sits proudly in my garden. Jo's instructions were very clear and easy to follow and her after sale service is excellent. I made my hare over a weekend, I loved how you could shape it to your own preferred stance, and so make something truly your own. Absolutely wonderful!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Helen! Your lovely hare sat in your garden for 4 years before a small accident - now lovingly restored by yourself back to former glory! Well done 🤗🙌 Jo x"

Celia Perez Mourin reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"An excellent course, Jo is a patient and supportive tutor and artist. The setting is superb and inspirational. The course very well planned out, well spaced, and resourced, with plenty of tea & choc biscuits thrown in. We all ended up with work which we could gladly claim as our work and display with pride in our homes. This is my 2nd course with Jo, my first was her excellent Slate Mossaic course. I will be back to add to the hare family. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Celia! Lovely to have you back in the studio 🤗. This was quite a different type of workshop to the Slate one, but so glad you enjoyed the day and went away with your lovely hare. I look forward to having you back so you can create your leveret! Jo xx"

Pippa reviewed: Small human sculpture kit (30cm)

"Such prompt and courteous service! Personal communication with the seller was received soon after the order was placed. The package arrived quickly and was well presented. I love the accompanying video, which makes everything so clear and easy to follow! This is a gift for my 16 year old art-loving grandson to work on post GCSEs. I think he will love it!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to write a review Pippa. I'm sure your grandson will really enjoy making his human! Jo x"

Maureen Murphy reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Fabulous day with Jo in her beautiful, peaceful studio and garden. There was a lot to fit into the day but everything was explained and modelled so we were all able to keep up. What is great is that someone with zilch artistic talent (and I'm not being modest) can produce an impressive hare to take home. I went for a medium sized one and I'm looking forward to putting him in amongst my roses in the gardens. I'll definitely be back to make a little friend for him. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Maureen - I would definitely say you have artistic flair - it just needed a way to express itself, which you absolutely did! So glad you enjoyed the day and I'm sure your hare will enjoy it's place in your roses. See you again to make a friend, Jo x"

Philippa Snellgrove reviewed: Small outdoor plaster hare sculpture kit (30cm) with full video instructions by Jo Garden Art

"This is such a fabulous crafting experience. I was gifted the small hare sculpture kit and made time over the Easter holiday to concentrate on making it. The kit itself is brilliantly put together and carefully packed, with top quality materials from the paintbrush through to the gilt paint. I followed Jo's video tutorial which was perfect. As Jo was making her hare in real time it allowed me to keep up without feeling pressured, and in fact made it feel a bit like I had some company as I crafted as well! It really doesn't take that long to make although I did leave my painted hare to dry overnight. I had one minor query when my plaster cracked a little as it dried and I emailed Jo, who came back very quickly with some helpful advice. A fabulous experience from start to finish, and I am delighted with my final moon-gazing hare 'bronze' scuplture."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Philippa - what a lovely review 🤗. So glad you enjoyed the process and ended up with your lovely moon gazing hare - thank you for sharing the photos with me. The side profile of your hare's head and folded back ears is just gorgeous. Well done! Jo x"

Nicky reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What an amazing day. Four best friends away celebrating two special birthdays and could not fault the experience. Thank you so much to Andy and Jo for being so welcoming, and supportive throughout the day. And we all loved creating our sitting hares. Jo was an incredible teacher. Taking us "step by step" and if you had any queries or wanted Jo to check, it was not a problem. Definitely recommend."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Nicky - it was lovely having you all in the studio to celebrate your special birthdays 😁. I expect your hares are all gambling around in the Easter sunshine we are enjoying! Jo xx"

Katy Hinkley reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"An amazing day! With Jo’s guidance we all left with very realistic hares. All were individually different. It was a well structured day set in Jo’s beautiful garden. I am part way through my kit I brought home. Can’t recommend this enough "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Katy - although the hares are 'abstract' it's surprising how realistic they end up! I hope you enjoy finishing your kit at home 🤗 Jo xx"

Karen Turner reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Amazing Hare Sculpture birthday present. Jo and Andy are so friendly and accommodating. We looked at the leaping hare sculpture at the start of the day and my husband and I both thought - no way in a million years will ours come out like the display hare. They both did, we are thrilled, the day is long but enjoyable as Jo leads you through the different stages, fuelled by lots of tea and coffee. Brilliant from start to finish, can’t recommend highly enough - thank you Jo and Andy"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Karen 😊 Your duo of leaping hares were lovely - have you worked out how to pose them together in your home?! Delighted your both enjoyed the day in the studio. Jo xx"

Helen reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Had a wonderful day with Jo and Andy. Both made us feel very welcome and we all soon felt at ease. The stages of hare making were remarkably straightforward and Jo was at hand whenever we needed guidance or reassurance. I am so impressed with my hare creation and can’t wait to go on another course with Jo."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Helen - your hare was lovely! I bet he cannot wait to settle into your garden. Hope to see you again back in the studio, Jo xx"