Sculpture Club, Wednesday Evenings in Sheffield, with sculptor Jason Thomson

Graham Mason reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"The instructor, Jason, was very helpful and very skilled. He gave excellent advice and individual instructions - allowing each participant to achieve a good result. The course was very enjoyable and taught me some new skills that I can use again and again."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thank you for your review Graham- lovely to have yourself and the other students in my studio - getting to grips with the nitty gritty of woodcarving and summoning up a diverse range of sculptures with hand tools."

Benjy Curzon-Jones reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"An excellent day learning a new skill! Jason is a very talented artist and was very welcoming to his studio that he shares with his wife. He has a wide variety of works displayed around his studio, or which he talked through briefly at the beginning. I'd seen a fair few dotted around Sheffield prior to the course and not realised they were his! After a quick intro, we picked out wood and started sketching ideas about what to make. Jason was on hand to help with suggestions about what would work well and what wouldn't. We then had a brief run through of the tools and techniques, and off we went. Wood carving is a fascinating process as you start to work the wood more and more and see your creation emerge chip-by-chip. The day flew by as I was fully engrossed in the process. I'd even bought a few basic tools when back home so I can continue to hone my skills. All in all this was a brilliant experience in a relaxed setting with a friendly tutor who encouraged you to try anything you could think of, and have fun doing it. Thanks a lot Jason!"

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Hi Benjy wow -what a fantastic review and thank you for it and your own energetic input to an exciting day of wildly diverse woodcarving mini projects. Great working with green birch too!"

Barbara reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"It was very enjoyable. Jason demonstrated first and then we got to work on our own project. As there were only two of us, we were lucky to have plenty of support. Well done Jason and many thanks for an informative and constructive day "

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Lovely working with you and what an energetic day was had. Great to see your leaf carving emerge."

Bev Smith reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Fantastic day. Jason is knowledgeable and guides you throughout the day. I wanted to push myself and try something with a lot of detail. Jason was encouraging and didn't try to dissuade me, he was very supportive. I didn't think I would make anything so complex for a beginner, it was great. I would definitely recommend this course."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"It was great working with you and thanks for taking on board my encouragement. Great seeing your delight in the tiny teeth details and for putting your all into it!"

Stacey Lindfield reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Absolutely brilliant day, Jason was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I learnt loads and would definitely recommend this course for anyone interested in wood carving."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"It was a lovely day passing on skills and enthusiasm whilst encouraging everyone’s individual creativity."

Jill Popple reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"It was a brilliant day with clear directions and lots of help from Jason. Thank you so much"

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"It was great working with everyone yesterday - a really good energy flowed through the day -and thanks for testing out my new studio set up too!"

Samuel Wicks reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"A brilliant course with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tutor! Jason works to understand the ideas and abilities of each student, using his considerable experience to tailor the course to suit. Within the six-hour course, Jason covers all the tools and techniques necessary to begin woodcarving, while still leaving ample time to explore and develop ambitious carving projects. I began with no prior experience and ended the day with a decently sized sculpture. The perfect course both for those new to woodcarving and those who wish to develop their skills."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thank you very much for your review of my woodcarving course. I really enjoy the dynamic days of my courses and meeting the brilliant and diverse people who attend them."

Elizabeth reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Really enjoyed our day with Jason. After a quick tutorial on the different carving techniques we were let loose on the tools! Jason supported us to refine our design ideas to ensure we were able to complete something within the day. We left tired, but happy, proud to show our creations to our families. We'd highly recommend."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"So lovely to hear you enjoyed the day - it’s a great challenge for me to help each individual at crucial points of the day. Thank you for coming along, J"

Annette reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Great way to spend a Sunday, whacking a chisel with a mallet and leaving with a handmade treasure. Very impressed by Jason, really nice person and hugely talented"

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Great to meet you Annette and get that chunk of raw timber transformed by your growing hand tool skills. A high energy day alright!"

Deborah reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"We had a great day with Jason. Intense and hard work, very interesting and satisfying. Jason is an attentive teacher, giving generously of his deep knowledge and experience of woodcarving. Thank you!"

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"It really was a wildly diverse day of creative people gathered for the day’s carving, thank you for coming along to it! Great to meet you and everyone else."

Jen reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"My partner had a great time on this day course - he said Jason was a wonderful instructor and that it really helped progress his knowledge and skills."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"That’s lovely to hear Jen, thank you very much! A lovely day was had! Best Wishes Jason"

Carolyn reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Hi Jason. What a fabulous day we had! Wood carving is something I've wanted to have a go at for many years and you were the perfect choice with the right mix between standing back and letting us get on with it while keeping an eye out for when we needed more guidance without being pushy or making us feel as if we were getting it wrong. Your love of your craft shines through in the many mediums you work with. We totally enjoyed l every minute of it. I love my oak leaf, as a first go I'm quite proud of the result. Life is short, follow your dreams, go miniature! Putting my request in now for vintage Bowie to work to next time :-} Carolyn and Ian"

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thank you Carolyn for trying something new out with such energy, gaining great results. It was a lovely day and a bit more vintage Bowie next time! I’m in the middle of working out future dates for a three day carving course."

Ruth Crawford reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Myself and my husband joined Jason for a days wood carving course yesterday. His studio is in a great location and we had a fabulous day. It was very calm and relaxed day. Jason is extremely talented at his craft. He looked after us well. We learnt a lot. I'd highly recommend this course to anyone. I'd never done anything like this before but managed to produce a lovely carving."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thank you Ruth for your lovely review and the company of yourself and husband. Along with your fellow couple I enjoyed the day and seeing your great results - your owl is delightful!"

Kay reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"A well organised workshop and friendly atmosphere. Jason gave very good demonstrations and helpful advice. I had a very enjoyable and productive day - I didn't finish what I was making but I hadn't gone with that intention - I'm aiming to join further classes with Jason to learn more and to finish my project."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thanks for your review Kay! It was a lovely day with a diversity of ideas to help along . Great to work with a lively group happy to learn carving techniques."

Sue reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"I had a fabulous time. Jason is very skilled and with a pleasant manner. I have booked more sessions. Sue Peak District"

Miranda Newbery reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Great course allowing you to do your own design. Thanks"

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thanks Miranda it was a great productive day and your little wren was lovely."