Amerton Arts Studio reviews

Shirley H reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"The course was excellent, Geraint is patient and encouraging. He provided hands-on help when necessary but was keen for students to learn the techniques for themselves. It was clear he wanted every single student to get the most out of the two days - I highly recommend this course."

Di Brown reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"Excellent. Exceptional teacher! SO much patience and really encouraging. A fabulous 2 days!"

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

"Very enjoyable two days. Tutor was very helpful and informative. "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review David, glad you enjoyed the course. Best wishes Miranda"

Julie reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"What a great couple of days to learn a new skill - absolutely enjoyed every minute and could have happily carried on - Geriant was a super teacher - thanks Geriant for all your patience, support and sharing your skillful art with us both. "

Betty Bates reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"What a fabulous experience. Miranda is an excellent teacher , her step by step instruction was invaluable and despite me making a number of mistakes she was calm and matter of fact and offered solutions in a helpful manner. Nothing was too much trouble. The setting is charming."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Betty, hope your journey home went ok. Best wishes Miranda"

Darren Henry reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Did this course a couple of weeks ago. I don’t consider myself to have a creative or crafty bone in my body but with Miranda’s patient tuition and assistance, I was able to create something I’m truly proud of. Beautiful surroundings at Snowshill Manor as well and we were well protected when the rain came. Well recommended. "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Darren, glad you enjoyed the course. Best wishes Miranda"

Hilary reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Two very enjoyable days in a lovely setting (we were blessed with the weather) and an attractive owl to take home. "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Hilary, glad you enjoyed the course. (We were very lucky with the weather!) Best wishes Miranda"

Graham Kilby-Tyre reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Hi Miranda Thank you again for a really enjoyable course. Your knowledge, skill and patience was fantastic. You had time for everyone on the course. The whole experience was positive at all times providing a real sense of achievement as time progressed. It felt really good to be outside with beautiful surroundings and with a good fun bunch of other like minded souls. At home, Larry, (the lizard as he has now been christened) has been met with lots of oohs... etc., will take pride of place in the house once I have fashioned a stand ! Doh....Do you do a course for that ?"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Graham, glad you enjoyed the course and that Larry is drawing attention back home. (No stand courses at present :) perhaps a bed of pebbles or something?) Best wishes Miranda"

Bob Wadey reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Murton Park

"Great experience learning the basic techniques of proper wood carving with chisel. Loads of good quality equipment and advice and very pleased with the result (a rose of about about 15cm diameter). All done with a friendly manner so what's not to like?"

Caroline Dainty reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Murton Park

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course. The tutor was so helpful and made sure he constantly went round everyone with tips. I am a small woman, getting on in years, but was happy with the result I obtained. "

Sarah McCreanor reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Murton Park

"I booked the course as a birthday present and we had a fabulous time. We were absolute beginners and Miranda was brilliant, she explained each step of the stone sculpting and the choice of project was excellent. It was a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and Miranda was on hand throughout to offer advice and direction. We left with completed sculptures that look great. We would absolutely love to attend another of Miranda's courses, and throughly recommend them."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Sarah, glad you both enjoyed the course. Best wishes Miranda"

Chris Adams reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Murton Park

"Wonderful course. Really good, good carving item, very enjoyable and good tuition and good value for money."

Graham reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Fantastic weekend! Highly recommended. Excellent guidance from Miriam learning the craft of stone carving in the superb orchard setting at Snowshill manor. I found it really enjoyable and very therapeutic."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your great review Graham, glad you enjoyed it. Best wishes Miranda"

Eilidh reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Can’t recommend this course highly enough. Miranda is an excellent teacher, very patient and always happy to share her extensive knowledge and experience. I’m absolutely thrilled with my sleeping owl. "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Eilidh, so glad you enjoyed the course. Best wishes Miranda"

Liz Stuart-Brown reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Hanbury Hall

"An absolutely lovely weekend. It was hard work but we both managed to produce some excellent carvings and I have no artistic ability. Miranda was lovely and very patient Really good value for mone"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Many thanks for your review, so glad you enjoyed the weekend. Best wishes Miranda"

richard watts reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Hanbury Hall

"This was a really lovely two days at Hanbury Hall. My wife bought this for me as a birthday present, so I didn't really have any agenda, just enjoyed getting lost in the wood carving experience. I had never done this before, but Geraint was a knowledgeable and sympathetic tutor, and guided us through the course. I managed to produce a passable result, if not up to Michelangelo or Bernini standard. Geraint suggested I burn it afterwards (a finishing technique not a comment on my work!) which has given it a very nice look. Will need a few months for my fingers and back to go back to normal I expect, (despite plenty of coffee and lunch breaks) but well worth the effort!"

Laura Pugh reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Hanbury Hall

"This course was even better than I hoped it would be. The expert help from the teacher was clear and tailored to my needs. There was a great balance of advice and leaving us to try out what we were learning about. Very happy with the finished product. Could not have enjoyed it more! ...the outside classroom was beautiful and perfect lighting too! 5 stars without a doubt."

Aaa reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Hanbury Hall

"Excellent wood carving course. Really enjoyed the two days"

Angela Bourne reviewed: Green Man clay sculpture course

"Well run course with good content and catered for all abilities. There was however no mention that the course was upstairs, with the toilet downstairs. Several of us were of a certain age with some mobility issues. It would be sensible to mention that the venue was not suitable for those with a mobility disability."

Anthony Franklin reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Thoroughly enjoyed the two day course. Instructor gave clear instructions and was always on hand to offer encouragement & direction. Wonderful venue and beautiful location, great experience. "

Jane Hibbard reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Brilliant loved it! I am not creative but thoroughly enjoyed this experience and my end result was amazing. Geraint is a fabulous teacher and very patient, and made the experience very chilled. I would highly recommend his workshop to anyone...he really engages and builds your confidence."

Sarah reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Snowshill Manor

"A great course for any level of experience. Geriant is a calm confident teacher who will take you through the processes and ensure you take home a lovely piece made by your own hands. Snowshill is a beautiful location to get lost in the experience. "

Margaret Royles reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Great course, attentive tutor, lovely venue, good weather so workshop held out doors. Would highly recommend to others, I had no experience of wood carving, so no worries if you are a complete beginner."

Jane Buckley reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"Really enjoyed the course with great tuition and a lovely location"

Sandy MacGillivray reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Chillington Hall

"One of the best and informative courses I have ever been on. The instructor was excellent and had the ability to inform and demonstrate in the most pleasant manner which resulted in learning difficult techniques at speed and with ease. Thank you for an excellent two days "