Latest reviews

Jennifer reviewed: Stained glass one day course for beginners: one-to-one

"Had a lovely day with Emma, Nice to learn something new. I highly recommend this course"

Amy reviewed: Macrame - Wall Art

"This was my 2nd macrame course with Wendy and it was excellent! As always, everything is provided, she is super patient and really clear when explaining things, and we had her undivided attention as she closes the shop. You literally couldn't ask for anything more!"

Kim reviewed: 2 Hour Glass Beadmaking session for 2 people

"Took a friend on the bead making course as a birthday gift. A perfect choice. Julia was excellent – patient, encouraging, and a really good teacher. We were making beads within 20 minutes of going into the room and we enjoyed every minute of our time there, which flew by. Our finished beads arrived with us within a few days, and it’s brilliant to wear them as a bracelet and be able to say “I made them”. Can’t recommend the workshop highly enough."

Julia reviewed: 1 to 1 Beginners Crochet and beyond - East Grinstead

"A great 2 hours well spent! I am a complete beginner and Nicole was very understanding and patient with me. It was slow going on my part but I achieved more than I expected during the session. Since then I have enjoyed practicing and am getting a little quicker all the time. Thank you Nicole"

Just My Cup Of Crochet responded:

"Hi Julia, I’m pleased you enjoyed your lesson and continued to practice when you got home! You picked it up really well! It was lovely to meet you. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review."

Jude Brown reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"I really enjoyed this one day course and proudly came home with a very attractive 3 legged stool. Dave the course tutor was really experienced and full of knowledge about every aspect of green woodworking. His 2 volunteers were also very experienced and between the 3 of them gave us a really good taste of green woodworking"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it Jude lovely to meet you and as I said here if you need any advice on your woodworking journey kind regards Rachel x"

Tim Knight reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"I attended yesterday and really enjoyed the experience. Alex is a great teacher who can explain, demonstrate and let you get on with it and then show you how to correct any imperfections! He has a great range of possible items or you can choose to make something that you choose for your own needs. The day passed too quickly, but we seem to have covered a lot of ground and achieved a lot thanks to expert guidance. The museum is worth a separate visit and looks fascinating, and the local area is far more rural than expected, with footpaths through fields full of wild deer (they kept their distance) and all sorts of other fauna and flora. If you have ever wanted to try your hand then I would strongly recommend Alex and I shall be back when I can. Thank you Alex"

Chalk Pit Forge responded:

"Hi Tim, thanks for the great review. Really glad to hear you enjoyed the day and found me a good teacher. Glad you're happy with what you've made. Alex"

Cath reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"This is a really excellent workshop. I came to the day with no knowledge or experience of Lino printing and left with an appreciation of what a beautiful art form this is. The studio is a great space and Lee is an incredibly knowledgeable and patient tutor and his own artwork is wonderful. We were guided in how to mix, choose and think about colour and were taken step by step through building the layers of our prints. Lee was postive and encouraging throughout the day. If you are a complete beginner like me or a have knowledge and experience you would like to build this is an excellent day that I would highly recommend."

Sue Bellingham reviewed: 1 to 1 Beginners Crochet and beyond - East Grinstead

"Myself and two daughters attended Nicole's beginners course. On arrival she put all of us at ease. NIcole understood our different levels of ability and was very patient. Her teaching was easy to follow as she went through the basic stitches, tips and techniques. Would highly recommend."

Just My Cup Of Crochet responded:

"Hi Sue, it was lovely to meet you and your daughters. You all picked it up really well, I hope you all got on well with your crochet at home too. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review."

Nisha reviewed: Make your own unique clock with acrylic paint pouring - Suitable for complete beginners - Create a one of a kind slate wall clock

"A really enjoyable art course. Great host, lovely activity."

Betty Walsh reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"Very Clear tuition for beginners - a good foundation for watercolour class, you have given me confidence. Betty Walsh QM2"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Lovely to meet you, you have some good watercolour techniques already just have fun with this challenging medium."

Frances Curran reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I have not been away from home for 3 years. The cruise is my 1st outing. The watercolour class has been wonderful our teacher is charming and welcoming. Class atmosphere has been a great social experience. I have learned many watercolour techniques and I plan to continue painting. She has been a teacher and an inspiration. Each student received individual attention and advice and encouragement to develop their own style.Excellent Purnima. Frances Curran"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for joining the watercolour colour course I am really pleased to hear that you have been inspired to paint, you have done so well so keep up the good work. Purnima"

Josie reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"This was a gift for my hubby, something new to try. He really enjoyed the day, finding Simon very patient and supportive throughout and was very pleased with the pieces he came away with. He was amazed at how therapeutic he found it too. Lovely lunch provided by Louise. He said he would highly recommend the experience to anyone."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Josie, Thanks for (another!) review for Jeff's day. So glad he enjoyed it - now he's just got to find somewhere to put the lathe, tools, grinder, dust extractor..... :) -- Simon"

Marira Rizzo reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"You are an awesome teacher not sure I'm a good student but I have really enjoyed your class and trying something new_ Definitely 5 ******? Maria Rizzo"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thanks ~Maria it was a great pleasure to teach you the basics of watercolour just need to learn more techniques now and keep going."

Donna Natale reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I had the pleasure of taking a watercolour painting class on Queen mary 2 with Purnima panchal. She is not only a gifted artist, but also patient and giving teacher. She is adept at handling many skill levels, clearly demonstrates new techniques and keeps us laughing with her great sense of humour. Purnima has made me feel more confident in my painting and highly recommend her class. Donna Natale- Vancouver, BC March 2022"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Hello Donna, thank you for your lovely review it has been so nice to teach you the foundation of watercolour, just need to keep going now you have made a great start.? Purnima"

Joan reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I loved the class and learnt a lot I'll keep trying. Joan Andrukitis QMary 2"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Lovely to meet you Joan, well done for joining the session sand having a go at this wonderful medium."

lLz and Mike O'keeffe reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I was always told that I couldn't but Purnima says I can what a great Birthday present! Thank you for giving me faith xx Keep teaching, you have a great gift. Liz and Mike O'keeffe"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for joining the watercolour session sonboard QM2, your absolutely right you can do it so keep going.? Purnima"

Bill Thompson reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"One of the highlights of this cruise has been the painting class run by Purnima. She is so dedicated to helping everyone, I have been surprised how her clear instructions have made reasonable artists from people who have never held a brush including myself. I will be joining Purnima's zoom if I can. Thank you purnima all the best wishes Bill Thompson"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Hello Bill it was a pleasure teach you watercolour on board QM2. Keep up the fantastic work and hope to teach you again soon. Purnima"

Anna Shaw reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I joined the watercolour class soon after leaving Southampton. I found I'd only bought 4 sheets of paper so I bought a kit excellent value! Purnima is a slave driver in the very best way as she ensures everyone works as hard as they think they are capable of. The result has been positive we have all progressed further that we thought especially me!! I now feel I can go back to art group at home with more knowledge and confidence. Ann Shaw QM2"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Hello Anna thanks for joining the watercolour sessions on board QM2 and also for sharing your watercolour to other guests who also joined us. Keep up the good work now you have all the materials too. Purnima"

Katie reviewed: Introduction to Silkscreen Printing in Cambridgeshire

"A fantastic day. Judith embraced our ideas that we wanted to work on and helped us create wonderful works of art (all very different) as well as explaining the techniques involved in silkscreen printing."

Larry Richards reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I joined your class a few days ago, after New York. It has been very uplifting for me. My first experience with watercolour was in 1962 as a first year student in architecture at Miami University in Oxford Ohio. Then in 1973, during a masters degree work at Yale University I did additional sketching and colour theory studies. art has always been integral to my architecture career. Eventually I became a professor and finally a Dean of architecture school at the University of Toronto. Thank you for re-starting my interest in watercolour painting! Larry W Richards FRAIC.AIA.IA Toronto, Canada March 14 2022"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Woe Larry what an achievement, well done for joining the watercolour on board QM2 keep going now you already have the drawing skills just build up on the watercolour.?? Purnima"

Judy reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"Super day and learned a huge amount. Jules was patient and informative. I loved the seaglass and silver item I made attached to a bangle. There were only two of us so we had a lot of tuition. I will definitely try something similar in the future."

Sea & Solder responded:

"Thank you Judy. It was lovely to meet you and well done on making such a wonderful piece to add to your bangle."

Karran reviewed: Stained glass one day course for beginners: for two people

"Absolutely brilliant day. Emma was extremely patient and an excellent tutor, guiding us through the techniques and making sure we had a completed piece that we were happy with to take home. She is a lovely person and I would highly recommend this course."

Ann marker reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I joined the class the day before the last day- catch up was easy with Purnima's help. She made me feel comfortable as a late joiner and I painted a lovely keepsake of my trip. Ann Marker Claremont California 12/3/22 QM2"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Lovely to meet you Ann, you have done so well, keep it up hope to teach you soon. Purnima"

Diana Thompson reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I have enjoyed my time in Purnima's watercolour class on the Queen Mary enormously. Her patience with mistakes is wonderful but she doesn't let you get away with making those mistakes repeatedly. She works with us to get it right. I am a true novice but I do believe I have gotten a bug to continue. Thank you Purnima, you have given me a gift, i am looking forward to releasing more creativity. Diana Thompson QM2"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for joining the watercolour course on board QM2, you have made a great start to this challenging medium. Great to hear that you will continue, its very addictive and keep that bug Going.? Purnima"

Katherine M reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I'm on this cruise it was the one thing on my bucket list. It turns out, if I'd ever thought about it, a watercolour class would have been a close second wish. I am thrilled to be here and ecstatic to be learning some things about watercolour painting .... I know Watercolour.....? I think you have a wonderful approach to teaching. The true test : I will be sorry when this class is over and will keep on painting. Thank you so much!! Katherine Queen Mary 2 March 2022"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Wow so glad to be a part of your bucket list, you have made a brilliant start with this challenging medium, keep up the good work you have all the materials now. Purnima?"