Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker reviews

Karen Booth reviewed: A day of drawing with line and wire in Derbyshire

"A very enjoyable workshop in a beautiful and inspiring studio. Drawing with wire was a lot of fun and we made some very creative fish and “kitchenalia” based on our ink drawings. It was both a relaxed and productive day, as Liz guided us along with clear explanations of process, helpful demonstrations, and lots of encouragement. I came away with some lovely personal decorations, and information and ideas from Liz about how I can experiment further with wire work at home. Thank you so much Liz."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Karen, Thanks for taking the time to review your day and it was lovely to work with you again. You created some beautiful pieces and I hope that you can continue to explore the processes we covered. Best wishes Liz"

Phil Bird reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers

"Had a wonderful day with Liz and the other people on the course. It was a really enjoyable and instructive day, and I feel comfortable enough with the process now to make some attempts at linocut printing on my own. I came away with at least 10 different versions of my design, which I was really pleased with. Liz and her studio were wonderful. The class was informative but relaxed in beautiful surroundings and everything was very Covid friendly. I could not be more pleased, thank you, Liz"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Phil, Thanks for taking the time to review your day - it’s really appreciated. It was lovely to work with you and see your skills and understanding develop over the day. You should be rightly pleased with your prints. So glad that you were finally able to enjoy your gift and happy cutting. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Andrea Higgins reviewed: A day of drawing with line and wire in Derbyshire

"A fun day in beautiful surroundings. Liz was excellent in explaining and demonstrating the different techniques. She encouraged me to relax and go-with-the-flow! I came away with lots of tips and ideas, and feel inspired to do more! Thanks again Liz x"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Andrea, Lovely to meet and work with you and really pleased you enjoyed your day. You produced some lovely pieces and should feel confident with further developing your skills. Hope you can make time for yourself and your creativity. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Fiona Rogers reviewed: Experimental Printmaking inspired by Mid Century Design in Derbyshire

"I had a lovely day on Liz Wellby's Experimental Printmaking course. She covered so much ground in such a short time so I came away feel inspired and with a lot of new ideas. I would love it if the course was two days so that I could have really plumbed the depths of Liz's knowledge. Loved my generous little goody bag with lolly, too. Thank you, Liz - a great day in your beautiful studio and garden."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Fiona, Thanks you for reviewing your workshop and so pleased that you enjoyed your day here. You have planted a seed re extending this workshop to two days. A great idea. Hope to see you again at The Slipper Studio. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Andrea Joseph reviewed: Experimental Printmaking inspired by Mid Century Design in Derbyshire

"Great, well planned workshop in beautiful setting. Inspired me to come home and play. Would definitely recommend."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Andrea, Lovely to work with you and glad you enjoyed your day. Happy cutting. Best wishes Liz"

Wes Finch reviewed: Experimental Printmaking inspired by Mid Century Design in Derbyshire

"Liz was a great host and teacher, instruction was clear and materials and tools of good quality provided. All was Covid safe and I felt relaxed and able to enjoy the experience."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Wes, Thanks for taking time to review your day. It was lovely working with you and I hope you enjoy your creative journey with lino cutting and printing. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Yvonne reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"Great course, lots of techniques packed into the day. Brilliant venue"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Yvonne, Really pleased you had a good day. Hope you get time to explore this technique further. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Deborah Judd reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"I had a really enjoyable day learning the creative and spontaneous technique of Gel Plate printing. Liz is a most excellent teacher. She delivers with great enthusiasm and clarity and her subject knowledge is vast. The day was really well paced. We learned several techniques using a variety of resources. I felt confident to experiment due to Liz's feedback and reassurance throughout the day. I particularly enjoyed the freedom of playing with different colour combinations and palettes outside of my usual comfort zone. I look forward to taking these techniques further into Textiles and maybe using some of the backgrounds that I created for drawn monoprints or Lino. Thank you Liz for a truly inspirational day. I highly recommend this workshop."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Deborah, Lovely working with you again and really appreciate you reviewing your day. I feel this process has lots of potential for you and I look forward to seeing how this impacts on your textile work; I loved your pieces created with stencils. Happy printing! Liz Wellby"

Anne Chalkley reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers

"As an absolute novice, I really enjoyed the day, The instructions were clear, precise and delivered with humour, and I now feel confident to "have a go" on my own. Thank you Liz"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Anne, Lovely to meet you and really appreciate you taking time to comment on your day. Good luck with your new skills and kit and enjoy this new creative adventure. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Judith Walton reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"A very enjoyable and informative workshop in a very safe environment."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Judi, Lovely to work with you again and thanks for taking the time to review your day. You created some great pieces - sadly you took them all home! Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Kathy reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers

"A thoroughly enjoyable day - very well organised and "safe" (as we had to maintain social distancing) - a bonus to be able to eat lunch in the lovely garden. I learnt a lot from Liz during the day and came away with a set of prints which I was really pleased with."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Kathy, Thanks for taking time to review your day. Really pleased that you had a good time and you created a beautiful set of prints. Time to plan those Christmas cards. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Cathy Fagan reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"Lovely day spent with Liz learning Gelli Printing in a lovely light space and beautiful setting. We had plenty of time to experiment with different techniques and were encouraged all the way. The course was set at the right pace and for the right number of people. Can't wait to have a go at home and use alongside other crafts/printing projects. Would highly recommend the course and Liz's hospitality."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Cathy, Thanks for your lovely comments and for spending the day here. Gel printing is such a lively and reactive process and will take you on lots of lovely new creative journeys and keep you sane over the next few months. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Jane Rooksby reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers

"Had a wonderful day, lovely relaxed atmosphere, learning a new craft in such lovely surroundings."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Jane, Thanks for you comments and for taking time to review your time at The Slipper Studio. Lovely to work with you and I hope you get time to continue with your Lino Cutting. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Tricia Hudson reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"Great day learning a new skill. Liz was very patient and gave good instructions. There were lots of resources enabling us to make plenty of prints. I enjoyed the day very much and would recommend it. I am now looking at other classes Liz provides."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Tricia, Thanks for making time to review your day. You created some lovely outcomes and I hope you have time to continue exploring the process on fabric. It will be great to work with you again. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Bob Lake reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"The course was well organised and the facilities were excellent. The tuition and demonstrations were of a high standard. The limit to 4 or 5 people on the course allowed for individual help to be given, and materials provided were plentiful. The day was thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you Bob"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Bob, Thank you for taking the time to review your day at The Slipper Studio - much appreciated. It was lovely to work with you and I hope you get some time to explore this new process. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Annika reviewed: Experimental Printmaking inspired by Mid Century Design in Derbyshire

"We had a brilliant day at the Experimental Printmaking course. Everything was so well thought out and organised. I really enjoyed getting stuck in trying the various printing methods. I picked up some great tips. Liz’s enthusiasm and knowledge made it even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this course."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Annika, Thanks for your feedback - it’s really appreciated. It was great fun working with you all and you produced some lovely pieces. Hope you can continue to explore different print techniques. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Susan Bradbury reviewed: Birds on a wire - creating small sculptures in Derbyshire

"Engaging workshop in the tutor’s own home studio, lovely space and ambience. Liz is very supportive and encouraging and makes the course enjoyable for everyone, whatever their degree of ability. Small group of learners so as much individual support as needed and a very friendly atmosphere. An interesting and enjoyable day."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Sue, Thanks for taking time to review your day and I appreciate your thoughts and feedback. Lovely to work with you. Best wishes Liz"

Anita Southwell reviewed: Birds on a wire - creating small sculptures in Derbyshire

"What a wonderful day. Great teaching in a supportive environment and plentiful coffee, tea and yummy biscuits. 5 stars from me!"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Anita, That’s really good to hear. Thank you. I hope you are enjoying your evening with your feet up - I can hardly keep my eyes open. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Alison Butler reviewed: Create beautiful paper sculpture in Derbyshire

"My teenage daughter and I attended Liz's workshop and had a fantastic day creating lovely paper sculptures . We would highly recommend it and had a really enjoyable time. Thanks Liz!"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Thanks for taking time to review your day. Glad you both had a lovely time at The Slipper Studio and left with some beautiful pieces. Bert really enjoyed seeing you both. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Alison Butler reviewed: Create fabulous & festive wire and paper birds in Derbyshire

"My teenage daughter and I attended Liz's paper sculpture workshop. We had a fantastic day and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves creating beautiful paper cats out of comic books, my daughter loved it. Thanks Liz for a great day !"

Chris Read reviewed: Create fabulous & festive wire and paper birds in Derbyshire

"Enjoyed the day hugely - and even liked my little birds! I don't see myself as someone with craft skills, so that was an unexpected bonus! Great tuition from Liz, and loved the studio. Just need to upgrade the chocolate quotient on those biscuits......"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Really pleased you enjoyed your day and thanks for taking time to review your visit. Hope your cats are leaving your wee flock of birds alone. Don’t think my teeth could cope with a thicker chocolate biscuit! It was lovely to work with you and your sisters, so hurry back. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Alison Turnbull reviewed: Create beautiful Christmas table & stocking gifts in Derbyshire

"Fabulous course with brilliant ideas for Christmas. Own crafty bags full of everything needed to make notebooks , stamps and wooden hangings ready to decorate with one's stamps?. The Slipper Studio is such a great welcoming place with yummy treats, hot drinks & biscuits to keep one going. Can highly recommend any courses run by Liz Wellby at the studio."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Thank you for such lovely comments; it’s always a pleasure to have you at The Slipper Studio. Bert and I have big smiles on our faces! See you in 2020 for more creativity and fun. Best wishes Liz"

Rachel reviewed: Create fabulous & festive wire and paper birds in Derbyshire

"Lovely day in a beautiful setting with tea and biscuits on tap. Liz is a great teacher with lots of enthusiasm and ideas to make sure everyone goes home happy."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Lovely to hear from you and thanks for your review. I hope your little flock of birds are making a festive impact on your home. Hope to see you back at The Slipper Studio in the New Year. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Angela williams reviewed: Create fabulous & festive wire and paper birds in Derbyshire

"A really satisfying day, good company, really supportive instruction. Loved it."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Thanks for taking time to review your day; it was a pleasure working with you. Is your lovely heron to become a gift or will you keep it at home? Have a safe journey back to Scotland. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Sal reviewed: Create fabulous & festive wire and paper birds in Derbyshire

"I had a very relaxing and enjoyable day creating birds, thanks Liz!"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Thanks for your feedback and lovely to have worked with you. Hope your little chaps are settling into their new home. Best wishes Liz Wellby"