Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

Joe Cork reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"The 2 days were a great experience! The location, the tools and set up provided, the other craft participants and of course Miranda’s patient and friendly guidance to help even the most novice of people such as myself. Came away with something to be proud of. I would definitely do it again. "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thanks for your review Joe, glad you enjoyed the weekend. Best wishes Miranda"

Dan reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I’ve just done the two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall. It’s a beautiful location and really well run by Miranda. I’ve never done stone carving before but I really wanted to try it. It’s not easy in the sense that it takes time and patience to get it right and think through the steps but the advice and support is excellent. Once I had a grasp of what I was doing it’s a really satisfying activity where you can lose yourself in the work and take occasional steps back in order to observe your work. I wasn’t quite able to finish my piece completely but I took some paper home to do this in my own time. I’d highly recommend this course and am grateful to Mirander for her patience. It’s something I’d definitely be interested in doing more of! "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Dan, glad you enjoyed it."

Annette reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Fabulous instructor with lots of encouragement and support provided. Good range of items to make provided and will also cater for your own ideas. Great weekend - thank you"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Annette, glad you enjoyed it "

Sharon reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"My second course with Miranda and it was brilliant. A great teacher, so patient and I was really pleased with my finished piece. Miranda also welcomed my 15 year old neice who had a fantastic time on her first sculpture course. Many thanks. Highly recommended!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for the review Sharon, glad you both enjoyed it. "

Richard Catchpowle reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Great course. Really enjoyed the experience. The instructions were very detailed so was very happy to produce something of quality with no previous experience."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Richard, glad you enjoyed it."

Debbie gossage reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Enjoyable weekend stone carving outside at Middleton Hall. Would go again"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thanks for the review Debbie!"

Susanne Mooney reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Absolutely brilliant!!! Loved it all. Learning traditional skills and techniques, lovely tutor, and fabulous surroundings to work in. Support when you needed it but also freedom to experience the materials and work with the tools. Brilliant two day course ..!!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for the review Susanne, glad you enjoyed it."

David Glennon reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I have been going to Miranda’s stone carving classes for a number of years as I had a wish to do something creative using my hands. Miranda’s an excellent teacher giving advice and guidance but the final decision is yours and is reflected in your work. The choice of what to carve is yours with Miranda encouraging you to explore your artistic capability. It is a very friendly, sociable group who are supportive of each other’s work. If you want to explore something different, want to be creative, then do come to Miranda’s stone carving classes."

Ingrid Lackajis reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I wanted to come back to stone carving after many decades and was delighted to find the opportunity, even more delighted that Miranda was such a great teacher. She explains tools and techniques as you go along, an understanding of your stone, and encourages you to see it aesthetically. My Thursday morning group is a wonderful, friendly group, and it is inspiring to see their achievements under Miranda’s guidance. Highly recommended."

Marcia Cameron reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I love this saturday morning stone carving course, it's a great way to escape after a busy week. I had no experience at all of stone carving before I started here, but with Mirandas expert tuiton I started off with simple achievable 2 dimensional designs and have progressed to more complex 3 dimensional pieces. All tools and materials are provided. Friendly bunch of like minded people."

Norman Kelsall reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"What a great two day course, as a total beginner to stone carving I was really looking forward to it and was definitely not disappointed. Miranda is a superb teacher and with her gentle nudging and encouragement in the right direction ended the course with a lovely stone carving and a wish to carry on and do more carving. Thank you Miranda."

Gillian Bertram reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Knowledge and experience is something one acquires, to pass that knowledge onto other requires a good teacher and Miranda is one of the best. We are a class of mixed abilities all working at our own pace, should a chip too far remove a vital piece Miranda is quickly at your side with reassuring words to put you back on track. With her support, always encouraging you to make the final decision, you will produce a carving to be proud of."

Phil Baskerville reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I can't praise this course too highly. There is a cheerful and purposeful atmosphere in the class. Whether you're a novice or an expert, Miranda Wakeman will teach you the appropriate skills on an individual basis. She will discuss options with you but, like all good teachers, she will encourage you to become more confident by making your own decisions about how to develop your work."

Vanessa Eardley reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Starting with the basic techniques of using the right tools in the correct way, Miranda guides you to a level where you can 'lisen' to the stone to know you are hitting it correctly. She helps you to achieve your design idea with just the right amount of help. The others in the group are a great bunch and we have lots of laughs and interesting discussions while we 'bash' away. We work outdoors when it is fine weather and can make as much mess as we like but there is an indoor studio if it gets too wet or cold. Anyone wanting to learn something new with exercise ,fresh air and good company, this is the course for you!"

Sian Morgan reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"As a complete novice to stone carving I found Miranda encouraging and informative, her enthusiasm infectious. She gently guides you through, sharing a depth of knowledge acquired over many years as a professional sculptor in a manner that is easy to understand. After just six weeks I have produced my first piece and am now completely hooked."

Claire reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"I have been going to Miranda's stone carving classes for 2 years. She is an excellent teacher and has encouraged me to progress from complete beginner to more advanced pieces. The classes are really enjoyable and very friendly. Miranda provides guidance as needed and helps each person at their own pace. Working outdoors is great and there is indoor studio space if needed. I would strongly recommend this class to anyone wanting to try a new creative hobby."