Jo Garden Art reviews

30 Jul 24'

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"

30 Jul 24'

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"

30 Jul 24'

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"

29 Jul 24'

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"

29 Jul 24'

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"

28 Jul 24'

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"

27 Jul 24'

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"

14 Jul 24'

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"

14 Jul 24'

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"

5 Jul 24'

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"

4 Jul 24'

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"

3 Jul 24'

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"

2 Jul 24'

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"

1 Jul 24'

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"

30 Jun 24'

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"

24 Jun 24'

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"

14 Jun 24'

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"

11 Jun 24'

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"

11 Jun 24'

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

"What a wonderful day! From walking in the door with a welcoming brew to waving goodbye at the end of the day a truly lovely experience. On the way home my daughter and myself agreed we couldn't really think of anything we would do to improve the day. I would thoroughly recommend. 👍"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you John - so glad you and Joey enjoyed the whole experience. Have a great time with the kits you took home and do not hesitate to make contact if you have any questions. Jo xx"

11 Jun 24'

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

"What a fabulous day we had yesterday. Jo is a wonderful teacher. It's a beautiful space for a workshop and I'm delighted with my hare named Oscar. Dolores is equally happy with her hare named Horace!!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Angela! Lovely having you over from Ireland 🤗 and so happy you and Dolores enjoyed the day and went home with the fabulous Oscar and Horace hares! See you again soon, Jo xx"

9 Jun 24'

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

"I don’t consider myself artistic but yesterday I had the best day at Jo’s on her One Day Hare Sculpture Course. Jo is so welcoming and put all my worries at ease. She has a lovely studio in rural Suffolk and one becomes immediately inspired by the surroundings. Jo has a wealth of knowledge and experience with running "work shops ". Our day was well planned and ran smoothly. Jo’s instructions were easy to follow and she is obviously passionate about providing the best possible tuition. The group was small, 7 of us in total and it was great fun. I found it incredibly relaxing and I never realised how much fun being creative could be! I still can’t believe I have come home with an amazing hare that I created! I cannot recommend Jo highly enough, a fabulous, fun day and I really hope I can return again soon."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sarah - everyone has a creative button within them! So glad you enjoyed the day so much and also found it relaxing. We cover a lot during the day, but breaking it down into steps makes the time fly! Jo xx"

9 Jun 24'

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

"Wow what a brilliant workshop worth every penny. Jo and Andy are lovely hosts, came away with the most gorgeous sculpture ever. It’s going to look fabulous either in house or garden. Step by step instructions, easy to follow with great results. Wonderful space to work in, relaxing and welcoming. Highly recommended "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Linda! Really enjoyed the day as well - lovely range of hares were completed and now back in everyone's homes 🤗 Jo xx"

9 Jun 24'

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

"I did this course with my mum, neither of us are artistic, especially my mum who was actually quite anxious about doing something 'arty'. But Jo gave superb guidance throughout the day and we left with a beautiful hare each which we love. Jo was lovely, friendly and clearly very knowledgeable. Appearances from her dogs and husband made the day even more relaxed and fun. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone, even those who think they're not artistic. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Susie! I love having Mother and Daughters together in the studio - such a great experience to do together. So happy your Mum enjoyed the day - you both made wonderful hares. Jo x"

9 Jun 24'

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

"Just attended a "make a hare" one-day course with Jo. Lovely day and so pleased with the end result. Jo is a great teacher, clear and patient. Thank you Jo. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Helen! It was lovely seeing you back in the studio 😘😘😘"

20 May 24'

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

"I had a brilliant day! I was doubtful that I would produce anything resembling a hare as I have limited artistic ability. But under Jo's care and exceptional skill, I have a very happy leaping hare on my windowsill. Jo is very kind and a very talented tutor. She showed us how to do everything at a good pace but also kept a discreet eye on our progress, gently offering guidance and help where needed. A massive thank you to Jo for her extra help and to Andy for the very welcome refreshments. I have already signed up for another course. If you can't decide if this is for you, go for it. You won't regret it."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for this lovely review Georgie! Your leaping hare was lovely and I'm glad he made it home intact and is now residing on your windowsill! Looking forward to seeing you back again, Jo xx"