Jo Garden Art reviews

Victoria reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What a magical day! Booked this as a Christmas pressie for my husband, of course I had to tag along as well, we both loved it. Jo is a fabulous host and guide, the surroundings are so peaceful and working on the sculpture is so meditative you come away like you've been on a retreat! I would, and I have, highly recommended this to everyone I know. Thank you"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Vicky! It was a pleasure having you and Nathan at the workshop. I'm so lucky to have the studio in such a peaceful landscape - there is always something going on the the grounds! So glad you loved the day. Jo xx"

Alison Cooper reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Wow! This is an exceptional 2 day course! As a seasoned crafter I have done a wide variety of workshops and this one has been superb. Jo is a fantastic, kind and patient tutor who guides you through the process with gentle encouragement. Both Jo & her husband Andy were constantly offering tea (much appreciated) whilst quietly tidying up and seamlessly preparing the next stage for us to do. I am totally in love with my cat sculpture and it will look amazing in my garden as a treasured centrepiece. Thank you to both Jo & Andy."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Your cat is fabulous Alison - including the long copper whiskers! We are so happy you enjoyed the two days. Enjoy seeing her in your garden. The copper finish will change with the weather which is fascinating to observe. See you again, Jo & Andy xxx "

Julia reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I went on Jo's course yesterday on my own and was made to feel very welcome. The day was well structured and great fun. I felt I'd made friends and came away with 2 lovely sculptures. I would thoroughly recommend any course with Jo."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Julia - it was a fun workshop and such a variety of slate wall sculptures made! If you wish to make a larger piece, you can on another one day workshop now you know the process. Jo x"

Valerie Chatten reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Enjoyed a fantastic day at the Hare Sculpting Course, along with my Daughter. I was nervous at first and worried that I would make a mess of it all but the welcome and atmosphere was so lovely that I soon relaxed. All instructions and demonstrations were clear and easy to follow and we all finished up with beautiful sculptures to take home, every one of them was different, each containing our own personally chosen characteristics. I would highly recommend this course and will certainly be attending another in the future. Thank you for such an exhilarating and memorable day."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Our pleasure Valerie 😊 I appreciate many people are a little out of their comfort zone when first arriving as this workshop is a bit different than anything else! However, I've yet to have anyone go home without a fabulous hare sculpture and both of yours were lovely. It would be great to see you back here in the studio. Jo xx"

Tony Davies reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I attended Jo’s one day Hare Course and found the welcome , facilities and company to be superb. There were just 7 of us which ensured that we all received more than enough individual attention, and I thought that Jo’s tuition and mentoring were excellent. The result for me was a successful project for a first experience, and an encouragement and confidence to attempt to construct a kit at home. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Tony! I really enjoy teaching the process and seeing the end results - all so different, yet great! Enjoy making your kit at home and do not hesitate to make contact if you have any questions. Jo x"

Valerie reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What an amazing workshop to do. I attended this workshop yesterday with my niece Kim. Having no sculpting experience I decided to have a go and I more than exceeded my own expectations. Jo and Andy are fabulous hosts. The setting was so peaceful and tranquil that it was easy to forget about every day stresses. Jo is extremely organised in her delivery of the course, but also very attentive to needs of each individual in the group. We all had fun and.came away with our very own little masterpieces. Jo and Andy will encourage you to bring out your creative side (which I believe we all have, even if we don’t think we do!) I would highly recommend this workshop. Have a go, you really might surprise yourself! I did!. And I want to do it again!."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Valerie! So glad you and Kim had a great day and we could also help you with your home sculpture armature 🤗. You were so enthusiastic and it was a pleasure to discuss your project and move the idea forward. Have great fun! Jo xx"

James reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Great course. Lovely setting. All round brilliant experience. It was a very full day so I barely stopped to chat. But all very informal and relaxed. Jo gave brilliant guidance and tips. Just the right amount. I was slowest in the group and being a bit of a perfectionist I hardly had time for lunch. Not a complaint though. Happy to be allowed to fiddle on. Pleased with my sculpture. Thanks so much Jo and Andy. "

Cheryl Gould reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What a fantastic day! Jo and Andy made everyone so welcome - and Jo’s teaching skills are second to none. What a talent to own … I am thrilled with my hare. I enjoyed creating him from start to finish. This course was a 60th birthday gift from the three ladies that attended with me - it was perfect. Highly recommend this course - such a beautiful venue. Thank you 🙏🏻 "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Cheryl 😊 I'm fortunate to have many years of running workshops tucked under my belt, so a lot of it is second nature to me. What a fabulous way to celebrate your special birthday. It was great having your group here in the workshop creating lots of laughter. Jo xx"

Pat Amey reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Thoroughly enjoyed the Hare making day, very relaxing and therapeutic, end result is now in garden. Very pleased, thank you Jo."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Pat! Although the day is busy, it is completely absorbing and, as you say, therapeutic. So happy your hare is enjoying this summer weather in your garden! jo x"

Sue Peacock reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Fabulous day in a stunning location. Jo and Andy were great hosts and made this such an enjoyable and absorbing day with excellent teaching and support. I love my hare sculpture and will treasure it for many years to come. I highly recommend this day and am testament to the fact that previous experience / creative skills are not necessary, as Jo is such a fantastic, encouraging and enthusiastic teacher. 🤩"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"thank you so much Sue 🤗 - as you mentioned, no previous experience is needed. My sculpture build is quite unique so I often have experienced sculptors enjoying learning a new process! Really pleased you enjoyed the day, Joxxx"

Jane Scott reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Wow what a fab day, beautiful surroundings, Jo is a fantastic lady, very relaxed with us all and made it a fun day. Never thought I could make a Hare that looks pretty good. Highly recommend this day course it was just fab. Thank you Jo"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jane - it was lovely having your group here -particularly impressed with the picnic spread (as was our naughty Cockapoo, Tula!). All your hares were wonderful! Thank goodness for the campervan 😄. Jo xx"

Craig Wright reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"My daughter, Sophie, and I, recently attended a Hare Sculpture workshop. Joe and Andy were perfect hosts! The studio is set in beautiful surroundings that help you escape the busyness of life and just, immerse! The whole experience was wonderful under Jo's expert tutelage! We would strongly recommend this workshop!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Craig. I very much enjoyed seeing you and Sophie working together - you both made lovely hares. The day is great for focusing away from everyday life and I'm delighted you enjoyed some down time. Jo xx"

Shirley reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What a super day, lovely and relaxed in a calm atmosphere. A great group ending up with superb hares to take home 😍 Definitely recommend to all."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Shirley - I'm lucky to have a job that allows me to meet lovely people. Fabulous hares went home at the end of the workshop! Jo x"

Julie reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Thoroughly enjoyed my one day workshop with Jo and was thrilled with my medium sized hare! The whole day was so well organised in a beautiful setting and the artwork itself was an enjoyable process. Both Jo and Andy were excellent hosts (thanks for the satnav assistance Andy) and I will hopefully return for another course in the future."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Julie! I think the local council decided to create road work closures all round us for a few days! Well done on negotiating them 🤗 So glad you enjoyed the day and loved your hare. We hope to see you back in the studio! Jo x"

Nicki Hamilton reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Never in a million years did I think I could achieve a sculpture of a large owl that I could be proud of, but at the end of a fabulous two day course I have! With Jo’s help and guidance I have created a beautiful owl. I am thrilled with it. Working in a beautiful studio in a stunning garden deep in rural Norfolk was idyllic. Jo is a wonderful tutor and a great host. Her husband Andy works equally hard on making the course a success, providing the armatures and teas! Highly recommended."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Nicki 😘 Your owl really was lovely - in particular the texture which really looked fabulous once painted in bronze and patinated blues and greens. Well done! Jo xx"

Tina Thornton reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Fantastic course from start to finish Jo is such a great teacher and makes you feel so welcome. I arrived feeling I had no art abilities at all to leaving two with a dog sculpture which I adore and feel I have ‘tweaked’ to make it unique and almost part of me Thank you so much Jo (and not to forget Andy) I will be back (you have been warned!)"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Tina 😘 Your dog was wonderful and you incorporated some personal aspects to really make him special. It would be fabulous to see you back in the studio. Jo xx"

Nicky reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"This is the third course I have done with Jo and once again I thoroughly enjoyed it and came home with art work I love. Would highly recommend her courses"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Nicki! Your slate artwork was lovely and I hope now takes pride of place on a wall in your home 🤗 Jo xx"

Shelley Williamson reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Oh my goodness! What an amazing, inspiring day! Jo offered a wonderful workshop, incredibly well structured and organised, amazing creative space and the end results were way beyond my expectations and I’m thrilled with them! Jo is an inspiration! Jo left no stone unturned in terms of support, hospitality, enthusiasm. My partner enjoyed the day equally and Jo even had close-work glasses to hand as we'd forgotten ours!! Thanks Jo and Andy for everything. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"What a wonderful review - thank you so much Shelley (and Philip!). Each of your four pieces were so different. Lots of creativity within each one and I've been delighted to hear you are continuing with this new process at home. Please do not hesitate to make contact if you have any questions. Jo xxx"

Anne reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Jo's a great facilitator! Her introduction into materials and techniques is clear and moves at a good pace. Her preparation of everyone's work space is second to none. Material galore! Every participant created wonderful pieces - most enjoyable!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Anne. I over-prep at times 🥴😆 and keep finding new wonderful materials, so no two workshops are ever the same! I love how everyone makes completely different pieces as their own personality directs their choices. Thank you for sending the photo of your wonderful piece up on the wall already. Jo xx"

Marilyn reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Jo was very clear in her instuctions, always on hand to help or suggest solutions, everything was set outready for us to start, lots of materials to choose from, lovely light airy studio, a very enjoyable day with something beautiful to take home, I'll be doing another day I enjoyed it so much!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Marilyn. So glad you and Louise enjoyed the day - you both went home with wonderful pieces to pop onto your walls. Looking forward to seeing you back so you can make a larger size! Jo xx"

Edith Pender-Hiom reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Another fantastic day at Jo Garden Art. Went home with two slate mosaics. Jo has a way of unleashing creative talents that you never knew that you had."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Edith! Lovely to have you back in the studio again. The slate art can be either regimented or completely ad hoc which allows all personalities to find their creativity. Really happy with your lovely pieces you took home. Jo xx"

Paula Blackmore reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Absolutely wonderful day, so enjoyable. I am not in the least bit artistic but with Jo’s patient guidance I was able to produce a couple of pieces that I was really really proud of! Highly recommend this course. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Paula! Your matching pieces looked amazing and will look fabulous on the wall. So glad you enjoyed the day. Jo xx"

Louise HD reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Absolutely fantastic day spent making Hares with Jo. I bought the course for my Mum and dad and sister as a family Christmas present . What a fantastic gift they absolutely LOVED IT! We all came away with a sculpture we are proud of. Jo is wonderful as is her studio and garden. I would highly recommend."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Louise - it was lovely having you and your family in the studio and I'm thrilled your Christmas surprise was so enjoyed. Good luck with experimenting with the Iron finish you liked so much! Jo xx"

Ann Kennedy reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"My second visit to create a hare sculpture and I loved it just as much the second time. Jo and Andy are such wonderful hosts. I left with Hattie, a mate for Huck who I made in January and who is already loving life in my little garden. Can’t wait to return for a two day workshop when Jo has availability. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Ann! Wishing Hattie & Huck long and happy lives in your garden 🤗😘 Jo xxx"

Jane Dunkley reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Absolutely fantastic day with Jo and Andy as excellent hosts. Jo's teaching methods were broken down into easy stages and we all (7 of us) ended up with stunning hares. Thoroughly enjoyed and recommended 👌 "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jane - what a wonderful range of hares were made! That touch of gilt as an end stage is the magic moment 🤗 Jo xx"