Giles Newman

Contact name: Giles Newman

64
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about 7 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Giles is a self taught artist and woodcarver. He works with naturally fallen timber that he finds in the woods and primarily carves using just an axe and a knife. Taking up woodcarving in 2015 whist managing a small family owned woodland in Snowdonia, Giles eventually gave up his day job as a Designer and Photographer in early 2016 to pursue his passion for carving full time. Based in Lancashire, his highly sort after work sells world wide and he teaches carving skills internationally and throughout the UK.

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Recent reviews

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9 Nov 25'

Andrea reviewed: Art Spoon Carving with Giles Newman

"A great day learning the skills of spoon carving. Giles is an excellent, patient, warm and kind teacher. The class was relaxed, as he taught and guided us through both spoon carving and the safety of working with sharp tools. I learnt a great deal, throughly enjoyed my day, in this calm and relaxed atmosphere. Took home my spoon to finish off. Giles expertise, great enthusiasm for wood and carving, and his gift of sharing his skills and answering any questions, was at the forefront of the classes, a great guy and I would throughly recommend. "

7 Sep 25'

Andrea reviewed: Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman

"Received a warm welcome by Kate n Giles. Giles is exceptionally talented n at one with wood, he is a brilliant teacher, who goes at your pace in a relaxed n v pleasant atmosphere, there's no pressure. Kate is lovely n the studio overlooks fields. Was taught about knife safety n also many techniques, which I applied to making my own pendant. I am proud of my achievement, after never using a knife for this before, n started to finish it off today, with the knife bought from there. Giles is v patient n thoughtful when teaching, which was greatly appreciated. The workshop was fun too, n he is extremely knowledgeable. I was inspired by Giles n his teaching for future projects. Would throughly recommend. "

Giles Newman responded:

"Thank you so much Andrea. I hope you continue to explore the art of woodcarving and that you enjoy every step journey. "

7 Sep 25'

Ian Marsh reviewed: Art Spoon Carving with Giles Newman

"An excellent course. Everything provided. Great learning environment with a fantastic teacher. Highly recommend. No changes needed. "

Giles Newman responded:

"Thank you Ian. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you."

14 Apr 25'

Mavis Farrell reviewed: Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman

"A warm welcome and a lovely day which flew over. Excellent tuition. Thank you."