David King Stone Carving reviews

Carol & Neil reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"We have just completed a 2 day course with David and it was absolutely brilliant. Neither of us had tried anything like it before, but under David's expert and patient guidance we both came home with a completed and recognisable (!)sculpture each. The two days were extremely informative and relaxing and the company wonderful. This was all topped off by Kaye's amazing lunches and morning and afternoon snacks :-) We would highly recommend this course to anyone as all levels are catered for or if you just want a relaxing, fun weekend trying your hand at something different - great gift idea. Thank you both for a wonderful weekend and for the start of a new hobby! "

David King Stone Carving responded:

"Thank you very much for for your kind words, it was a pleasure to meet you both. Happy chipping! David."

Simon Witt reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"Had a really enjoyable 2 days carving. Dave gave excellent instruction, hints and suggestions in a calm patient manner, and kept my somewhat over-ambitious project achievable with sage advice! The food from Kaye was delicious with a great selection of dishes at lunch, and lovely home made snacks to go with the tea-breaks - many thanks!"

Diane Banister reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"I've just had a brilliant weekend and surprisingly have something I'm really proud of. Learnt lots, really well looked after ( the food is a reason to book on its own ) oodles of laughter, conversation, concentration and chiselling. Highly recommended - would do this again. "

Dan Beinart reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"Thanks to Dave and Kaye for a great weekend course. I was so absorbed in what I was doing that it really did take food of the quality Kaye provided to convince me to down tools and take a break. Dave got the balance just right - imparting encouragement and wisdom where needed while also allowing me to explore my own ideas. He also offered helpful advice on the tools and supplies should I want to carry things on at home which needless to say I went straight out and bought."

Sarah reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"I have always wanted to attend this weekend. I spent a while trying to decide what to carve (before I attended). Dave selected a piece of stone that he though would suit my turtle design. He helped when asked and gave great technical and artistic advice. The atmosphere was relaxed with good music. The lunch and refreshments were amazing. I would recommend this stone carving weekend and am very pleased with my finished turtle."

Laerke Sutcliffe reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"This was a long term dream come through. Thanks to David and his family, I had a really inspiring weekend, full of making, creating forms and being in the moment. I have been inspired to set up a little workbench at home and will come back for more inspiration, when I have improved some length. Lunch by Kaye was just as amazing. Thanks all round. Laerke"

Rod Haggarty reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"A thoroughly enjoyable weekend. David is patient and extremely helpful in guiding beginners. To be able to produce an item after just two days of carving is highly rewarding. The lunches were fantastic and the mid-morning and mid-afternoon tea breaks (with brownies) were most welcome. I definitely plan to revisit and try a more ambitious project. This course is a definite must for the aspiring stone carver."

Richard Carne Hughes reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"My wife bought me this course as a surprise and i coukdnt have asked for anything better. We had a warm welcome from David and Kaye and they looked after us (four in the group) in every aspect. All of us were total beginners but by the end of the 2 days we talked away (albeit dustier) with a finished piece of work. David is an excellent tutor and gives just the right amount of advice whilst leaving you to create your vision Kaye was the ultimate host and her cakes, biscuits and lunches were superb. Thanks very much both and i strongly recommend this course to everyone. Regards Richard"

Tim Porter reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"A great way of being absorbed in the moment! And producing something at the end of it. Light touch tuition from Dave worked really well with timely nudges to keep me (and my creation) on track. Worked on a lump of Cotswold stone which transformed from a sleeping dog to a squashed squirrel? to finish as an abstract piece I've called "twins". Great hospitality throughout from Kaye with mid morning/afternoon coffee and cake stops in addition to two delicious mid day meals. A fab way to spend two creative days. Thanks."

Kamran Farooq reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"This course was excellent. The class sizes are small (3 people when I did it) and so we all got lots of time with Dave. The introduction to the tools and techniques was very thorough and we were then left to let our imaginations run wild. Dave was on hand to continually monitor progress and offer advice. Kaye, Dave’s wife was also on hand to provide fantastic coffee and cake breaks as well as massive lunches. Overall, I was very satisfied and pleased with my stone carving. I’ve still no idea what it is but it takes pride of place in my conservatory. Highly recommended."