Welcome 😃 I'm Jo Garden. I call myself a 'facilitator' as my joy is enabling people of any skill to achieve something they did not expect, plus have time away from the everyday stresses of normal life.
My sculpture & slate mosaic workshops are broken down into small stages which result in amazing sculptures and works of art regardless of your artistic ability (honestly). If you purchase a kit, there is a full length video of me making the sculpture which you can watch as many times as you wish. If attending a workshop, my peaceful studio is tucked into the garden surrounded by trees and wildlife making it a very tranquil and stress busting.
I run several workshops a month but am often booked up for months in advance. If you book a long way in the future, I do make contact if I have cancellations and can move you forward.
Please do not hesitate to message me if you have any questions. Jo x
Courses, kits & gifts
Bronze Clay Duo 'Hare' & 'Sleeping Cat' Sculpting Kit
"I had a brilliant day! I was doubtful that I would produce anything resembling a hare as I have limited artistic ability. But under Jo's care and exceptional skill, I have a very happy leaping hare on my windowsill.
Jo is very kind and a very talented tutor. She showed us how to do everything at a good pace but also kept a discreet eye on our progress, gently offering guidance and help where needed. A massive thank you to Jo for her extra help and to Andy for the very welcome refreshments. I have already signed up for another course. If you can't decide if this is for you, go for it. You won't regret it."
Jo Garden Art responded:
"Thank you so much for this lovely review Georgie! Your leaping hare was lovely and I'm glad he made it home intact and is now residing on your windowsill! Looking forward to seeing you back again, Jo xx"
"My friend Sally and I had a wonderful day on Jo’s one day hare sculpting course. Jo, her husband Andy and pooches gave us a warm welcome before we ventured over to the studio located in their beautiful garden meadow.
Jo’s tuition was faultless, the whole day was well organised and paced perfectly. Both Jo (and later in the day) Andy were on hand, attentive but not in an intrusive way knowing when to step in and offer help when needed. With a little help from them both I managed to create an adorable hare.
There were plenty of refreshments to keep us going 😊
I can honestly say this is the best creative course I have ever attended and I’ve been on a few! Lovely hosts, great fellow students with plenty of laughs and to top it off glorious weather. Sally and I are already planning to do a 2 day course when one becomes available. "
Jo Garden Art responded:
"Thank you Debbie! Both my workshops over the weekend enjoyed the long awaited sunshine which was blissful. We are so glad you loved the day and look forward to welcoming you back in the future, Jo xx"
"My husband Chris and I did this fabulous course on 12 May. Jo and Andy made us all so welcome - (as did the 2 lovely friendly cockapoos!) We learnt so much during the day but it was still relaxed and fun. We now have a pair of medium sized hares that will go outdoors in a few days. Jo explained and demonstrated each step of the process fully and was always available to offer advice and help whenever needed. It's a fascinating thing to do, and so satisfying to come home with a beautiful item that you have made! I'd love to do a 2 day course but will have to wait until a space next year as all courses are very popular.
It was a lovely group of people, the weather was perfect, Jo and Andy's garden is super and a great showplace for examples of Jo's work too. We were kept well refreshed too! Thank you Jo and Andy - and the group for a smashing day we'll remember for a long while. "
Jo Garden Art responded:
"Our pleasure Diana. It was lovely having you and Chris in the studio. Your hares were fabulous and will enjoy their time sitting together in your garden. How wonderful to have good weather at long last! To be able to sit the hares outside during lunch so the new plaster could dry in the sunshine was bliss! Hope to see you back in the studio, Jo xx"
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