Paddock Studio Pottery reviews

Dan reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"We both absolutely loved this course - 2 hours of bliss, giggles and concentration! Thank you for providing us with a truly memorable morning, the session was well-divided between teaching/demo, hands-on, a comfort pause, and a successful outcome (well, we'll see when our jugs and bowls are fired and collected!;))"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Dan, thankyou for taking the time to write a review for me. Very pleased you both had a good time. I'll do my best glazing and firing your great pots. I'll be back in touch when they are completed. Bye for now Rowena "

Alan Wilson reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"We had a wonderful day with Rowena. It was the first time either of us had tried making ceramics on a potter's wheel. Rowena was extremely helpful in explaining and guiding us through the processes. More than that, it was really good fun. We learned loads and laughed a lot. A really super day out, which I couldn't fault in any way. "

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Alan and Gill , thankyou very much for taking the time to write a review. Very pleased you enjoyed your day with me. I'll be in touch once your pots and tiles are fired. Bye for now Rowena "

Charlie reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"I had an amazing day with Rowena. She's knowledgeable, patient, and has a wonderful sense of humor. I'll be back again to glaze my pots, and I'm so chuffed I managed to throw 6 items in the end! She listened and helped me build on my previous knowledge of clay. It was a very meditative process and I left the day feeling accomplished and chilled out. Keep your elbows on the bowl!"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Charlie, thankyou for taking the time to write a review. So glad you enjoyed your day and went home feeling good. See you again soon. Rowena "

Diane and Julie reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"My sister and I had a wonderful day with Rowena, we had instruction on throwing a pot, we both managed to throw 3 pots each, we also made a dish in a mood and decorated it. I'm so pleased with what we acheived. Rowena is an amazing teacher! Thank you so much for a brilliant day!"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Dear Diane and Julie, thankyou for taking the time to write a positive review of your day with me. I'll be on touch when your work has been fired. Best wishes Rowena "

Jenny and Xan reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"We had a fantastic full day of pottery with Rowena, and would highly recommend the experience. A wonderful morning on the potter's wheels (making three bowls each), before an afternoon of making and decorating tiles. Rowena was the perfect teacher - very patient and generous with complete novices like us. We can't wait to collect our pottery, and will definitely be booking to come back soon! Jenny and Xan "

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Thankyou very much for writing a review of your day. Very pleased you both enjoyed the course. Look forward to seeing you both when your pots are fired. Rowena "

David Martin reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"A very enjoyable day for two complete beginners. The pace; demonstration; and hands on time were spot on. Hopefully, our products will look good once they have been fired...."

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Thankyou David for taking the time to write a positive review of your day. Really appreciate it Rowena "

Bernice reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"Really enjoyed this course, and surprised myself by making three not too bad pots, thanks to Rowena’s step by step guide, and eternal patience. Would thoroughly recommend, even for complete beginners, like me, with very little innate creative talent ! "

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Bernice, thank you for taking the time to write a review. Glad you and Nicky enjoyed your day course with me.Best of all ,I'm pleased you surprised yourselves with what you each achieved. Best wishes Rowena"

Nicki massingale reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"Abi and I had a fantastic day with you. We really enjoyed learning something new together and having your knowledge and experience in pottery throwing made our day a day to remember. Thank you so so much. We look forward to seeing our finished pieces. Happy days"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Nicki and Abi , thank you very much for taking the time to write a lovely review for me. So glad you enjoyed your day. Will be in touch when your pots and tiles are fired. Best wishes Rowena "

Debbie Starrs reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"We had a fabulous day with Rowena learning how to make pots on the potter's wheel in the morning, and moving on to designing and decorating shallow bowls in a mould in the afternoon. Rowena was extremely patient and encouraging and at the end of the day we had somehow managed to make some pottery that we could be proud of. We look forward to seeing our finished products when the come out of the kiln in a few weeks time - we highly recommend the experience!"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Debbie and Andy, thank you very much for taking the time to write a review of your day. Much appreciated. Best wishes, Rowena"

Liz reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"Rowena was wonderful! So helpful, so patient and so much fun! We learned how to use the pottery wheel and created two pieces each. Can’t wait to go back!"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Liz, thank you very much for taking the time to write a lovely review. Really appreciate it. Hope to see you again in the future. Rowena"

Rosemary reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"My husband and I thought we would try something different together and being Great Pottery Throw Down fans, we decided to give it a go! We had a wonderful few hours with Rowena, such a lovely lady, who demonstrated making a bowl and then guiding us through each step with many laughs along the way to make a couple of bowls each. Looking forward to collecting our works of art in a couple of weeks after they have been fired and glazed with colours of our choice. If you are wondering whether to give it a go, DO IT…it’s the best thing we have done in ages."

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Hello Rosemary, thank you for taking the time to write a review of your pottery taster session.Much appreciated. Best wishes Rowena"

Alice reviewed: Pottery taster course one-to-one in the South Downs

"A lovely way to spend a morning. One to one tuition and great conversation."

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Thank you Alice for taking the time to write a review.Much appreciated. Rowena"

Martin reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"Had a great day with Rowena, I chose to spend the whole day on the wheel. Instructions were very clear and easy to understand. I look forward to repeating this experience again in the future. "

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Thank you Martin for taking the time to write a good review of your one day course with me. Look forward to seeing you again in the future. Rowena"

Chris Parsons reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"What a fabulous experience! First timers and Rowena was extremely knowledgeable and patient. Left us both thirsting for more! Looking forward to receiving our bowls (in a choice of glaze too) Recommended ☆☆☆☆☆"

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Thank you Chris for taking the time to write a good review. Best wishes Rowena"

Jude reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"Just completed another pottery course with Rowena. I treated my friend for her birthday last year , we had such fun we decided to throw clay again. Rowena is an amazing teacher and we plan to return . Can't recommend it enough."

Dan reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"What an amazing day. Spent the morning with Rowena learning about throwing pots and hands on pot turning for my wife and I. The afternoon was spent creating a dish with rolled clay and decorating it. I would highly recommend this as either an experience to try something different, a way to spend more time with a loved one, or as a taster for a new hobby. Rowena was a great teacher also which made the day all the more interesting. We even get to keep our pots once they have dried out and been glazed. "

Pip reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"The one day course was a real treat - such fun going from complete beginner to throwing a pot with the excellent guidance of Rowena. This gave me a very good and real view into the very many stages it takes to make a pot and the skill required. The only improvement would be if there could be an optional subsequent half day to apply the glazes, but I appreciate this may be a logistics nightmare."

Tanya reviewed: Pottery taster course one-to-one in the South Downs

"I had a few hours with Rowena and they were exceptionally useful. As a potter who wanted to improve, Rowena guided me without taking over which helped me enormously with confidence. The session was really enjoyable and relaxed and we packed a lot in, going at my own pace. Rowena is so easy to get along with and is happy to answer no end of questions! Highly recommend. "

Kamala Dawar reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"This one-day 1-2-1 workshop gave me exactly what I wanted - enough time to focus on learning the foundations of throwing properly, guided by someone who really knows their craft. The day whizzed by so I am going back for more."

Rizpah reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"The best present ever in the last two decades. Watching my mum thoroughly enjoy the day from beginning to end. Rowena is an excellent teacher and made us feel comfortable and welcome. It was a joyful experience and exciting to learn how to use the wheel, would definitely go back to learn more! Alot of laughter. Thankyou so much"

Jacky Clipston reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"Oh my gosh! The best couple of hours I have spent in ages! Rowena was fantastic, very patient and knowledgeable. She talked us through every step. We will return to pick up our pots during the Lewes arts festival, can't wait! I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to give pottery a go. "

Steph reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"I had a lovely day with Rowena. As an absolute beginner on the wheel she guided me through the steps of making bowls in great detail. She is patient, encouraging and friendly. I was very happy with the day and proud of what I managed to make in the day. "

Chris reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"The 2 hours flew by and we had so much fun. Rowena is a great teacher and we had a lot of laughs. Very satisfying to end up with a couple of handmade bowls. "

Holly reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"We had a fantastic afternoon with Rowena - she explained everything brilliantly, helped us through each stage of making our bowls and we’re now looking forward to seeing the final results after they’ve been dried etc. It was an afternoon of laughs - the quote of the day being “it’s so much harder when you’re moist …”. I wholeheartedly recommend booking this course."

Carol White reviewed: Pottery taster course for two in the South Downs

"Fantastic morning spent with Rowena. My husband and I wanted to give this a go after watching the great pottery throw down on tv. We both really enjoyed it and I think we'll be back for more. We made 3 bowls each and look forward to seeing them once they are ready. Rowena is lovely and friendly and was so good at quickly rectifying any mistakes we made. "