Almut Woolard reviews

Rich reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"Just had a great weekend exploring wood carving with Almut, I was very blessed with the end result and feel inspired to explore further as a home hobby. Nice atmosphere alongside one other student, helpful guidance from Almut with plenty of tips and encouragement without feeling crowded out of learning for oneself. Interesting conversation along the way. Thoroughly recommend."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Rich, Thank you for the carefully written review. I enjoyed the weekend in the workshop. Your finished carving is very well done and shows your skills at using tools. I am always impressed to see how many of our skills are transferable to a new activity."

Anita reviewed: Whittling for beginners with experienced teacher.

"This course was absolutely brilliant! I attended see with my son and we both had a brilliant day. Almut is an excellent teacher and seemed to effortlessly manage teaching a child alongside adults. We learnt loads but it was relaxed and enjoyable and Almut is very hospitable. This has also created a new hobby for me which I can enjoy with my son. Highly recommended. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Anita, I enjoyed teaching our small group last Sunday. For me it is always very rewarding to see adults and children learning new skills together. I could see everybody being inspired by each other, adults and children alike. Happy whittling, Best wishes, Almut"

Amanda reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"Second visit to Almuts course and loved it again. A gift from my husband this time. She is so knowledgeable and calm I find the day slips away as I am so engrossed in gently carving wood. Highly recommend this course "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Amanda, It was lovely to see you again and spend the day in the workshop. Seeing your skill improving is very rewarding. Happy carving Best wishes Almut"

Amanda reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"A very relaxed and informative refresher in relief woodcarving with some welcome reminders on health and safety whilst carving. Thankyou Almut"

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Amanda, It was a pleasure spending the weekend with you in the workshop and seeing your carving take shape. I am always surprised how much can be learned and done in a two day course. Thank you for coming and happy carving, Best wishes, Almut"

Les Sells reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"Fantastic couple of days. Almut was really knowledgeable, helpful and patient. Learnt a lot of techniques and has inspired me to do more carving. I came with my own design ideas and Almut helped me turn them into reality."

Almut Woolard responded:

"I loved your design idea. The finished carving is impressive. Happy carving, Almut"

Chuck and Heather reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"A really enjoyable course. Great tuition, would do it again."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Thank you very much for your positive comments. Best wishes, Almut"

Simon King reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"Really enjoyed my day. Almut clearly knows about woodcarving and how to teach beginners. She is very patient and suportive, she guided me through producing a woodcarving that I could take home with a feeling of accomplishment (and pride!). "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Simon, Your carving is beautiful. Thank you for the review. Best Wishes Almut"

Clare Selley reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"A friend and I attended the 2-day course with Almut and thoroughly enjoyed it. She patiently guided us through the techniques required to transform a plank of wood into beautiful carved wooden bowls. I would definitely recommend this course and this tutor."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Thank you for your kind words. I enjoyed the weekend and was impressed how quickly you learned the new skill of using the tools."

Rachel and Charlie reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"This was an excellent course, Almut is very knowledgeable as well as being a lovely person keen to share the magic of wood carving! I had very little experience with working with wood and my partner is a carpenter but she catered for both our abilities, would definitely recommend!"

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Rachel, Dear Charlie, You are both very skilled in your own individual ways. Seeing you applying your exciting skills is great. Both finished carvings are very personal and beautiful. Thank you for coming and enjoying the course. "

Jags reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"Almut is absolutely brilliant. I loved the two days I spent carving lime wood under her supervision. It's an experience that will live with me forever. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Jags, You made very quick progress with the ambitious carving of a Moebius strip. I enjoyed the two days and loved seeing your sculpture taking shape. Happy Woodcarving. Almut"

Jane Suzanne reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"Really enjoyable workshop - Almut was very clear and attentive, and tailored tuition to individual’s level of ability. Highly recommend. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Jane, Thank you for your review. I enjoy adjusting my teaching to each participants individual wood carving and approach. Every person and every group teaches me something new. Greetings Almut"

Zoe Crumby reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our weekend creating beautiful wood carvings that I didn’t think I was capable of producing! Almut is a patient and kind teacher. Definitely recommend this course."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Zoe, Thank you for coming. I loved seeing your carvings developing and enjoyed your company. Best wishes, Almut"

Mark reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"I really enjoyed this course. Almut's instruction and guidance were excellent and she was very patient with me as I got to grips with the basics of wood carving. She was very encouraging and she kindly shared her knowledge, skills and expertise with me. I was able to work at my own pace and with Almut's timely input and suggestions, I was able to create a carving that I was really pleased with. It was a truly wonderful day, thank you for a great experience Almut."

Kim reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"Really enjoyed the weekend discovering wood carving. As an absolute beginner I learned so much in two days Almut is an expert in her field. Patience, great teaching and good conversation! "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Kim, Your choice of carving was ambitious and the result impressive. I am always intrigued to see how existing skills are transferable to learning something completely new. It was fun to have all girls time in the workshop. "

Erika F Zeman reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"Mrs. Almut Woolard is a very experienced teacher. She encourages the student to work methodically, systematically and with vision. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Erika, I am very impressed by your carving based on the beautiful drawing you brought to the two days woodcarving. Happy carving. "

Amanda and Steve reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"I can't remember the last time I was so relaxed learning a new skill! We've never tried wood carving before and Almut is a great teacher, relaxed, informative and very skilled. Made this a great experience and highly recommend!"

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Amanda, Dear Steve, Limiting the course to two people is a great help for giving everybody the individual attention necessary for learning a new skill quickly. Both your carvings are beautiful. I enjoyed meeting and spending the weekend with you in the workshop. Best wishes, Almut "

Bob Russell reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"A really great course for learning all the fundamentals needed to undertake your own wood carving projects. Almut is a friendly and enthusiastic instructor with a huge amount of experience and knowledge in wood crafts and it has been great fun attending one of her courses."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Bob, Thank you for coming to the two day carving course. I am very impressed how much you could achieve in the two days of carving. I could clearly see how your work on day two build on the practice of day one. I hope the weekend was a good foundation for your future carving projects. Almut "

Kate Evans reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"Almut is an inspirational teacher, very knowledgeable about all aspects of both carving and teaching and under her guidance me, my daughter and my mother all achieved far more than we thought we were capable of."

Almut Woolard responded:

"It was a great pleasure to spend the day with all of you in the workshop. Your carvings are so individual and beautiful. "

Kamalini Rankin reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"I really enjoyed our wood carving day. Almut was knowledgeable, supportive, clear and genuinely cared about our progress and success. My son (15) and I were both very glad we attended this course."

Maggie Fitzjohn reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"I had a truly wonderful day. I'm a total beginner and Almut gave me clear instructions on how and why you do things. During the day she worked alongside me providing advice when needed and positive encouragement throughout. It was one of the best practical courses I've attended and I'm looking forward to my next visit. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Maggie, Thank you for the very flattering review. I love your carvings design and I am impressed how competent and skilled you used the tools. It's aways great to see how transferable existing skills are. I am looking forward to your next visit. Greetings Almut "

Jonathan wilkins reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"I had a great day with Almut carving a sheep's head. I had never carved anything before. She is a knowledgeable person who guides you through from start to finish. I would really recommend her if you are thinking of carving wood."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Jonathan, I enjoyed supporting you in carving the sheep's head. Thank you for booking, Best wishes Almut"

Kaye reviewed: Whittling for beginners with experienced teacher.

"I really enjoyed this course, it was fun and very hands on, with lots of lovely ideas of sessions to do with the children. I had never whittled before, Almut was enthusiastic, tailor made the day to the participants and was happy to answer questions. Thanks for a great day."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Thank you for joining the day. I enjoyed the day meeting a group of child orientated teachers. "

Mark Hancock reviewed: Whittling for beginners with experienced teacher.

"Really enjoyed the day with plenty of top tips and ideas giving me inspiration to do more whittling with little ones. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Mark, I very much enjoyed the day working with teachers is always a joy. Happy whittling. "

Sharon reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"I booked this for a Xmas present for my husband and daughter. They had an amazing time and really enjoyed learning how to do a woodcarving. They really valued the time and patience that Almut spent with them and would thoroughly recommend the day to anyone."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Sharon, Meeting your daughter and husband was an inspiration. Thank you for booking."

Vanessa Williams reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"My daughter, who is 11, had a lovely day carving a picture with Almut in her garden workshop. I was also given a piece to carve which was unexpected and so enjoyable! Almut is very experienced and good with children. We sat in her garden having lunch with her husband who supplied many cups of tea and coffee! Thank you both. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Vanessa, Thank you very much for your review. Meeting both of you was a great pleasure. Best wishes Almut Woolard"