Gerald Adams Woodcarvers Ltd reviews

21 Aug 17'

Lynda Watts reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"Gerry offers simple practical tuition using a full range of tools within achievable goals from beginners to the advanced. However small or uninspiring your project may seem, he will make it matter for you. He lends himself well to each student and is very fair with his time. He gives good sound advice and demonstrates his skills well. My carving has much improved since going to his classes."

20 Aug 17'

David Handley reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I cannot recommend the Woodcarving weekly classes too highly. Gerald is a Master Carver and a great teacher. He also manages to create a wonderful friendly atmosphere in his classes which is a joy to work in. After several years carving away after work or at weekends on my own in my workshop, I am now able to take advantage of retirement and spend time with like minded carvers who want to get better and a bit more creative. I always look forward to my weekly classes and hope to continue to improve my carving skills at Gerald's classes for many terms to come."

18 Aug 17'

Anna Cullingford reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I joined Gerald's classes after carving for 8 years, and am now ironing out my bad habits! I find the classes both helpful and inspiring and have learned new techniques, including how to sharpen chisels. Gerald is always ready to help if you get stuck, suggesting a different method or different tool to do the job. I would definitely recommend his classes for beginners and improvers alike."

16 Aug 17'

Lionel Hickman reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I was lucky enough to find Gerry a couple of years ago having previously carved with another group. Simply put, he is a Master Carver who is eager to pass on his considerable knowledge to all of his students. He does this by example, and patient guidance, with tuition methods that enable his students to produce work that previously they,just maybe, would not have attempted. Gerry's soft spoken approach creates a very encouraging and enjoyable carving experience every week"

16 Aug 17'

Roger Morse reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I was pleased to be able to restart wood carving on my retirement having been an occasional carver. Gerry is a very supportive teacher with the emphasis on guiding and encouraging everyone to 'do it on their own' which increases the confidence of each carver. The mutual class support is also helpful. It is clear to me everyone enjoys their weekly class and we are all more confident carvers from our tuition. Always a most enjoyable part of my week."

15 Aug 17'

K Henderson reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I have been a student of Gerry's for five years and have completed both regular woodcarving sessions and a beginner's chair-making course. Gerry mixes both structured and flexible classes, allowing you to progress from your own starting point, whether this is a beginner or more experienced carver. There is the option to do 'set pieces' to develop different carving techniques, where Gerry takes you through a step-by-step process or to choose your own piece to work on, where Gerry provides individual tuition and coaching. Gerry advises you on woods and chisels to buy if you want to work at home as well, or provides use of his own tools, if you are not sure you want to set yourself up just yet. I would highly recommend Gerry's courses, as both educational, social and enjoyable."

14 Aug 17'

Laurie Janicker (Reverend) reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I have been one of Gerry's weekly students for several years. His talent and work is truly astounding and must be seen to be believed. Just check out his website. Gerry is an excellent teacher - expert, patient, courteous, long-suffering, painstaking, intelligent, humorous - and provides some not too bad coffee, to boot. There is nothing he cannot make - and also teach and help you to make it too. I am astounded at the progress that even a novice like me has achieved thanks entirely to him. His classes are always fun and we always have some good laughs. Try him - he won't disappoint."