Cheshire School of Glass reviews

4 Dec 18'

brenda moss reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"This course was outstanding. It was both well executed and inspiring. I was taught some vital skills to set up my own workshop. The quality of the pieces we made were beyond my expectations. I was delighted with the results. Jenny is very welcoming and gives her all to the people who come on the class."

3 Dec 18'

Ian Little reviewed: Landscapes and seascapes at the Cheshire School of Glass

"As a teacher myself I felt compelled to write a review and say what an exceptional tutor Jenny is. She is a University Lecturer in Art and clearly knows what she is talking about. She created a warm and friendly atmosphere, whilst talking all students through how to create the varying depths of field in glass. Two other people admittedto having limited artistic ability. I must say each of us created incredible results through the guidance of an excellent teacher. We made both a Seascape and Landscape Piece. This is a wonderful course. The results really were astounding."

30 Nov 18'

Ian Lambert reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"I recommend this course to anyone. Even if you aren't that artistic. We used clever tricks to create really professional looking imagery. Steph and Jenny worked really hard to give the absolute maximum to all 4 students. This course is fantastic. Thank you to both of you."

30 Nov 18'

Sue Lowe reviewed: Stained glass for all at the Cheshire School of Glass

"I was gifted this course for my birthday. Steph ran the course. It was wonderful. She is really knowledgable, patient and great at explaining the process. I made a wonderful panel that is in pride of place in my hall window. I can't believe in the space of 2 days that I made such a work of art! It was all down to Stephs brilliant teaching."

30 Nov 18'

Ann Hoare reviewed: Luxury Christmas decorations (full day) with the Cheshire School of Glass

"We had such a lovely day. Jenny was so kind and patient. I had never worked with glass before and was surprised how easy it was to cut. We made masses of decorations and the next day , after they had been cooked , Jenny had very kindly put beautiful hangings on the backs and ribbons to match. I found this very relaxing, which I never though glass work would be! I'm a amazed how fearless i became of the material. Good fun."

30 Nov 18'

Samantha Critchley reviewed: 'Glass for the garden' with the Cheshire School of Glass

"I have never worked with glass before, so I wasn't sure if this course would be appropiate for me. I would encourage anyone who has no experience in glass or has had a go before to do this course. Jenny taught me to cut glass with ease , create original designs ( even though I can't draw! ) and learn how the fusing technique works. At the end of the course we were given a well made metal structure to hold our glass work."

29 Nov 18'

Lisa Mack reviewed: Jewellery making at the Cheshire School of Glass

"An incredible experience. Jenny is so enthusiatic and knowledgable you can't help but enjoy eveything this course has to offer. I was fortunate enough to have Jenny to myself on this course and it really was awonderful two days. I'm amazed at how much I made over 2 days. The time went so quickly it was hard to leave. I will definitely go again to cheshire school of glass art."

29 Nov 18'

Jacqueline Lawrence reviewed: Intermediate glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"An excellent two day course full of useful information, lots of handouts and plenty of high end materials to experiment with. Jenny catered for eveyone's previous experiences in glass. Some of us had done courses with Jenny before, some elsewhere. A good mix of technical theory and practical to really give you a grounding of glass fusing. We made a lot of quality pieces in two day. I felt we all really had our moneys worth. Fab course. I recommend it."

29 Nov 18'

Graham Lawless reviewed: 1-to-1 tailored course with one of the UK's leading glass artists Jennifer Barker, at the Cheshire School of Glass

"This course was exceptional. Jenny is so warm and friendly, but even more importantly a true professional. If you have thought about setting up a business or just having a glass workshop Jen provides all the key information and skills to get you set up. I made a mountain of stuff as well. I thoroughly agree with a comment someone else has put... Jen is exceptionally generous with knowledge and materials. Graham Lawless"

28 Nov 18'

Gill Rotter reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"A fabulous day with a highly skilled and technically brilliant teacher. Jenny is really generous and patient. A lovely warm welcoming atmosphere. I didn't want to leave at the end of the day! I came home with my head bursting with ideas. The only problem is, you want to go back and do more. Going to Jenny's studio is so relaxing and creative. Anyone creative would really enjoy this course. I considered the price when I booked it to be a little on the steep side. However, with what everyone makes, the technical knowledge acquired and the generosity of materials I would say this is amazing value for money."

22 Nov 18'

Liz Pearce reviewed: Mosaic applique with the Cheshire School of Glass

"I did a 2 day mosaic course yesterday at the Cheshire School of Glass. I made a huge mosaic, having never worked with glass before. I learnt to cut glass in to any shape , grind glass , bond and grout all to a pattern I designed! I didn't even get my Art O'Level, but Jenny gives you the confidence to believe in yourself and achieve wonderful results."

22 Nov 18'

Robyn Strakham reviewed: 1-to-1 tailored course with one of the UK's leading glass artists Jennifer Barker, at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Jenny has taught me how to effectively set up my glass workshop. I learnt which kiln to get, what tools and materials I need, how to programme a kiln and which glasses to you - and the pros and cons of different glasses. I cannot recommend Jenny enough as a teacher. She is so generous with her knowledge and workshop. She genuinely wants you to learn as much as possible and correctly to set up successfully . I loved this course."

22 Nov 18'

Judy Robinson reviewed: 'Glass for the garden' with the Cheshire School of Glass

"Good value for money. Jenny provided us all with a steel frame that was beautifully made to display our glass art pieces in. We had a wonderful day . Jenny was very generous and patient."

17 Nov 18'

Hazel Travis reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"A brilliant course , that is run by a lovely person. I learnt so much . Well worth the money."

17 Nov 18'

Claire Aston-Harley reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"The images course run at the Cheshire school of Glass is amazing. They are generous with materials. Jenny is so good at bringing the best out in people's ability. I loved every bit of the two days and would love to go back. I learnt so much from a highly skilled professional."

17 Nov 18'

Louise Ruthers reviewed: Luxury Christmas decorations (full day) with the Cheshire School of Glass

"A really fun day with a great teacher. Jenny made everything so lovely for us all. I am really pleased with the results."

17 Nov 18'

Roseanne Turner reviewed: Jewellery making at the Cheshire School of Glass

"The course is two days of escapism. I had no idea working with glass was so relaxing and absorbing. Thank you Jenny. I will be back to do the fusing course. It's addictive."

17 Nov 18'

margret Stower reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"I would recommend this course to anyone interested in starting to work with glass. Jenny is encouraging , kind and a very knowledgeable teacher. She makes the process clear and fun to learn. Cheshire School of Glass is set in a barn conversion on a very pretty farm. The space is light and airy with a great creative atmosphere."

15 Nov 18'

Sue Earps reviewed: 'Glass for the garden' with the Cheshire School of Glass

"My sister-in-law and I had a great day. Jenny is an excellent teacher and she makes you feel like you're an expert. She was generous with the materials and the tea. I would highly recommend a course with her, even if you're not particularly artistic, this is a course you will come away from with a great sense of achievement"

12 Nov 18'

Helen Haze reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Thank you Jenny and Steph for the best course I have ever been on. You have made me believe I can do something well! The pieces that I made came out of the kiln really well. Even my family think they are fabulous. I have brought this course for my husband, daughter and myself (again ) to do together - in hope that my husband and daughter will see buying a kiln is a good idea. Cheshire school of glass is an excellent centre for all things glass ."

12 Nov 18'

Pauline Morley reviewed: Stained glass for all at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Stephanie at The Cheshire School of Glass has taught me and my husband stained Glass Lead Lights for 2 days. She is very knowledgable , patient and talented. She not only taught us to create a finished lead light, but kiln firing stains and lustres as well as sanblasting. The studio is beautiful, warm and inviting. An ideal way to spend a weekend. Thank you Stephanie."

12 Nov 18'

Dyan Crawley reviewed: 'Glass for the garden' with the Cheshire School of Glass

"I've been on a course recently with Jenny Barker at Cheshire school of Glass. A highly professional day . I was very impressed with the tutors knowledge and teaching skills. I would recommend this course to anyone. The results were amazing. They are now situated in my garden pride of place. Well worth the money."

11 Nov 18'

Ann Lewis reviewed: Luxury Christmas decorations (full day) with the Cheshire School of Glass

"We had a brilliant day! Jenny made it so much fun. We really got in the mood for christmas! Mince pies and Bing Crosby in abundance! The decoration we made will be treasured for ever! I'm so pleased with the results and the amount we made. Thank you Jenny an awsome day. I will be back for the basic fusing course."

11 Nov 18'

Lizzie Britland reviewed: 1-to-1 tailored course with one of the UK's leading glass artists Jennifer Barker, at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Jenny is the real deal. Her knowledge of glass techniques is incredible. I thought the one to one was a lot of money until I came away from an incredible day where I made and learnt so much. I now realise it was really good value for money. Jenny is easy to get on with and is welcoming and relaxed. She teaches with genuine enthusiasm and in my view, is the best glass fuser in the business. A real professional."

9 Nov 18'

David Maddison reviewed: Jewellery making at the Cheshire School of Glass

"This was absolutely outstanding. Jen is an excellent teacher, able to answer any question and offer all encouragement as well. It was a fantastic 2 days in which I was able to try both microwave and conventional kiln firing. Thoroughly recommended."