Ernie Butler studios reviews

Trish reviewed: Charcoal & Pencil Drawing

"Fabulous. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Went through the different paper, tools and basics. Charcoal is a forgiving medium and excellent stress-free way to learn. Ernie is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Easy to talk to and fun day."

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"Hi Trish, thank you for the kind review. It was a pleasure teaching you. Looking forward to seeing you developing your artistic skills. Best wishes Ernie "

Karen Martin reviewed: Charcoal & Pencil Drawing

"Ernie took the time to tailor the day to my level of experience. Explanations were clear and feedback was given with sensitivity. I enjoyed the day and would recommend Ernie to beginners wanting a good start to art tuition."

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"Thank you for your kind review Karen. It was a pleasure teaching you and look forward to seeing where your artwork takes you Best wishes. Ernie "

Maggie Ward from Ellesworth. reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"I live in the same village as Ernie, it is brilliant to have such a great tutor right on my door step. I went to his “Open Art Studio” in the summer. He was so friendly and inspiring that I decided to embark on a six week, one half day a week course on a one to one basis. Fantastic! As I had not used oils before and I particularly wanted to do portraiture, Ernie really tailored our classes to exactly what I needed. He is so knowledgeable but completely put me at ease and I can now say why was I so nervous about using oils, they’re brilliant. He has also given me a lot more confidence in my portrait drawings skills. I shall definitely be doing more classes after Christmas. In the meantime I’m going to enjoy practicing my new found medium. Thank you Ernie. "

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Maggie very kind of you. It's a pleasure to be helping you. Happy painting. "

Sher reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"Excellent course. Really recommend. An inspiring and knowledgeable tutor. I enjoyed the journey from a loose landscape sketch in oils to firming up areas of focus in the piece, all under Ernie’s guidance and expert tuition. "

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"It was a pleasure, Sherry, and thank you so much for the positive review. Much appreciated. Ernie "

Susan Hall reviewed: Charcoal & Pencil Drawing

"We had a great time on the Charcoal & Pencil drawing course. Ernie was very generous with his time and ideas, helping us to improve our work without making us feel like we were hopeless. I can highly recommend spending time with Ernie on one of his courses."

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"Thank you for your kind review Susan. It was a pleasure to teach you and Margaret and look forward to seeing some lovely work in the future."

Andrew McGregor reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"Came away from this course buzzing with enthusiasm to progress and improve my oil painting . Ernie is an excellent teacher and artist, and takes time to clearly explain the materials, method and techniques of this art form. His style is very relaxed with fresh ground coffee and beautiful music playing throughout the day. I would not hesitate to recommend a course with Ernie."

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"Thank you for the review, Andrew. It was a pleasure to meet you and have you on the course. I look forward to meeting you again sometime. Happy painting. "

Rob Fairchild reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"My wife and I have just enjoyed the most amazing experience with Ernie on a full day's oil painting course, in his lovely studio. Ernie was recommended to us by a friend and whilst it was some way for us to get to Cambridge, to say it was well worth the trip and the overnight stay is an understatement! Ernie could not have been more welcoming when we arrived, and after the initial introductions, we were introduced to the studio, which provided the perfect setting for a great days art. The lighting was perfect, it was warm and comfortable, with gentle music playing in the background, which was very relaxing...a bit like Ernie himself, laid back and relaxed and yet totally inspiring 😉 We have been on a fair few art courses, but never tried oils before. Ernie explained things brilliantly, and he was also very patient with us - no matter how many questions we threw at him! lol. Nothing was too much trouble, which also really helps to put you at ease. He went through the basics with us, as well as progressively more advanced techniques throughout the day, including drawing techniques, form, perspective, mixing of colours and various brush strokes to name but a few. To our amazement we advanced so quickly with Ernie's expert tuition (which was the best we had ever experienced), that by the end of the day, we had both managed to produce two really good standard oil paintings that we would proudly hang in our home. The paintings were great, but it was the whole experience that made it such an amazing and rewarding day. If you are really lucky, you may even meet the lovely Simone, Ernie's wife who kindly prepared a delicious lunch for us as well. Super lovely people, great tuition, good quality and generous quantities of art materials supplied, a lovely lunch included and somehow, 2 oil paintings by the end of the day. Ernie, thank you for one of the best days out we can remember! Awesome and to anyone else tempted to have a day with Ernie, don't hesitate!! He really is AMAZING at what he does 🙂"

Belinda Coy reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"Ernie was flexible and I did the two day course with a friend over the space of two weeks. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Ernie was very patient, encouraging and gave great guidance. Am inspired to carry on painting as a hobby!"

Simone pietersz reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"Beautiful surroundings to paint and relax for a couple of days. The host, Ernie is very hospitable and patient which makes one feel at ease. His work is very inspiring and he encourages you to be free in your expression."

Simone pietersz reviewed: Learn the techniques of the Old Masters course / workshop

"Ernie Butler, artist, is an excellent tutor and mentor in the field of painting in the old masters techniques. His work is exceptional and he will take you on a journey back to the days where beauty meets simplicity."