Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio reviews

10 Mar 24'

Leslie reviewed: Advanced level Portrait 10-week interactive online zoom Art course with live tuition

"I have been a student for Raya for 2 years. I have now completed 6 courses. I cannot praise the courses too highly. The courses have covered graphite pencil, coloured pencils, pastels and watercolours. Raya's courses are well planned and nicely paced. I have always received an honest but constructive feedback. Raya has a friendly personality with teaching and artistic skills. Raya makes the courses fun and encourages the students to explore their own capabilities and to take risks. Thank you , Raya, for your courses."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Leslie, Thank you very much for your review. I am so glad that you are enjoying my courses. Thank you for your continued support and active participation. Look forward to seeing you at the online Portrait course."

18 Dec 23'

Alison Durrant reviewed: 'Field with Red Poppies' wool fibre painting art kit

"I’ve also completed the recent watercolour for beginners course. I have done a few online courses with Raya and I am looking forward to the next urban landscape course starting in January, learning new skills and improving on the things I’ve already learnt. Thank you so much Raya, you’re an inspiration to us all. "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Alison, I am so happy that you enjoy my courses. It gives me a pleasure to share my knowledge and skills with my students. I am very pleased with your results. Thank you for your continued support. Look forward to seeing you at the Urban Landscape course."

10 Dec 23'

HD reviewed: 'Urban Landscape' 10-week interactive online art course with live tuition

"I’ve just completed another course with Raya, this time beginners’ watercolour. I learned so much and, just as importantly, gained confidence and learned so much and felt very supported by Raya throughout. I have also enjoyed being part of a friendly class and think we all learned from each other. "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Hazel, Thank you very much for your comments. I am so happy that my courses help you to improve your skills and gain confidence in Art. You have done some fantastic work! Great results! I look forward to seeing you in January 2024 at the online Urban Landscape course."

7 Dec 23'

Penny reviewed: 'Urban Landscape' 10-week interactive online art course with live tuition

"I have taken part in Raya’s online courses for the last 3 years and have found her patient, carefully planned tuition excellent. A relaxed, fun 3 hours for artists of all abilities. "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Penny, Thank you so much for your review. I am so glad that you like my tuition. Thank you for your continued support. I look forward to seeing you in January at the Urban Landscape course."

8 Aug 23'

Vanda reviewed: ‘Autumn Landscape' wool painting textile art course for beginners in Worcestershire

"I had a fantastic day at Magic Wool Studio in Kidderminster learning an amazing art of painting with wool fibers. Raya is an exceptional teacher who has a wealth of experience and a talented artist. My friend and I had a great day in a cosy atmosphere of Raya's studio and enjoyed exploring the qualities of wool and silks and mixing with like-minded people. We will be back. Thank you, Raya!"

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Thank you very much for your review. I look forward to seeing you again at my studio."

17 Jul 23'

Linda reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"I so enjoyed learning this new skill. It was so relaxing to be working with soft wool fibres in an easy and creative way. Raya is such a fount of experience and knowledge and shared her skills very willingly. I learnt a lot and found myself smiling most of the day!"

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Linda, Thank you very much for your comments. I am so pleased that you had a good and relaxing time at my workshop. It is great that you were so happy creating a wool painting! I also enjoyed teaching you and sharing my skills with you. Very best wishes. Please, keep in touch. "

13 Jul 23'

Eva reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"Fantastic course! Highly recommended! I will be back to learn more wool painting! "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Eva, So glad you enjoyed my course. Thank you for your comment. Look forward to seeing you again at my studio soon. Raya "

5 Jun 23'

Natalie reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"What a wonderful course! I really enjoyed using wool fibres in a new creative way! I loved the therapeutic experience of working with soft natural fibres, and I can't believe I managed to complete a wool painting of poppy fields which is decorating my dining room. I am so proud of it. Thank you ,Raya, for a great course. I will be back for more courses. "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Natalie, I am so pleased that you liked the course! Your wool painting is beautiful, and I hope you will come again to learn more wool painting and felting techniques with me. Best wishes Raya "

26 Feb 23'

Rosie reviewed: 'Field with Red Poppies' wool fibre painting art kit

"Dear Raya, Thank you for a lovely kit. It arrived quickly and was packed with care. I really enjoyed learning the wool painting techniques following your clear step-by-step instructions. I am very pleased with my poppy field wool painting which looks really nice in a frame supplied with the kit."

15 Oct 22'

Rosemary Hampson reviewed: 'Sunset' wool fibre painting kit

"Arrived promptly, clear instructions, very good quality materials provided. I really enjoyed making this picture."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Rosemary, Thank you very much for your review. I am so pleased that you enjoyed making the sunset wool painting and found the instructions and the kit very helpful. Just to let you know that we also sell Poppy field wool painting kit which you could order via craftcourses.com or via my website: www.magicwoolbyraya.com Kind regards, Raya Brown"

18 Aug 22'

Sophia reviewed: 'Urban Landscape' 10-week interactive online art course with live tuition

"Raya is very inspiring, patient ..and has a great sense of humour . A very talented artist in all the mediums she teaches. I have done most of her classes via zoom and at the studio. I recommend her art classes. You will be amazed what you can achieve following Raya's professional guidance and insightful teaching methods."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Sophia, Thank you very much for your comment. Thank you for your support ! I am so glad that my courses were very helpful for you! You have become a very good artist. Keep on practicing Art. "

28 Jul 22'

Inga reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"What an amazing experience -creating a painting with loose wool fibres! I never knew that I could create a picture with wool fibres! This is a totally absorbing and therapeutic art and craft! I love my new hobby! Thank you so much Raya for your expert tuition, inspiration and new ideas! I would recommend your course to anyone interested in art and textiles. "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Inga, I am so pleased that you loved the wool painting course! Good luck exploring your new hobby further! I hope to see you again at my courses in the future. Regards, Raya"

6 Jul 22'

Elisabeth reviewed: 'Urban Landscape' 10-week interactive online art course with live tuition

"Dear Raya Thank you for a very informative and interesting course. Your teaching is so good. I have finished my portrait and will send you a photo of it for your feedback. I look forward to doing the next Portrait course with you in September. Have a good summer."

16 Jun 22'

Leslie Walker reviewed: 'Fundamental Art Skills' 10-week live online zoom course for complete beginners with Artist Raya Brown

"Hello Raya. Thanks for an enjoyable 10 week course. I have certainly learned a lot and attempted works I may have avoided without encouragement. Appreciate your teaching style and way you suggest improvement in work offered. Time now to practice and explore further what we have been shown. Look forward to seeing yourself and class mates later in the year. Enjoy your Summer. Regards, Leslie."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Leslie, Thank you for your comments. I am so glad that you enjoyed my course and I am happy that my encouragement helped you to create some very good artwork covering the subjects that you tried to avoid in the past. I think your confidence grew and your art skills improved a lot due to your hard work and perseverance. I am very pleased with your results. Well done! I look forward to seeing and teaching you in September at the Online Landscape course with live tuition. Have a good summer. Raya"

11 Jun 22'

Andrea reviewed: 'Fundamental Art Skills' 10-week live online zoom course for complete beginners with Artist Raya Brown

"I have thoroughly enjoyed Raya’s live / interactive online fundamental art skills course. Being reluctant to attend a face to face course at the time this was perfect for me. I was delighted to discover how effective online teaching can be. Covering both theory and practical application Raya gently supports and inspires you to learn and progress art skills. The online format offers a clear birds eye view of Raya’s demonstration as the group work collectively on the same project. Providing a link for review of each class recording, visual resources and suggestions for homework encourages additional practice or catch up for missed classes. Submitting pictures of completed homework / class work via email allows Raya to offer detailed feedback / advice and the opportunity for the group to view and learn from other peoples progress. With Raya’s skilled guidance I have learnt new skills, developed more confidence and produced pieces of art I am pleased with. Thank you Raya, I am looking forward to attending further online courses."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Andrea, Thank you very much for your review. I am so pleased that the online teaching format of my courses suited you, and I managed to help you to develop your art knowledge and skills. The recordings of my classes assisted you to revisit my classes again and recap on some new techniques. I am delighted with the progress that you made at my art course, and I look forward to teaching you again in September. Raya"

17 May 22'

Nicola Down reviewed: "Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition.

"Very engaging tutor with clear instructions and advice. I had a nice day. Thank you."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Nicola, Thank you very much for your review. I am so happy that you had a good day. I hope to see you again at my art and craft courses in the future. Regards, Raya"

15 May 22'

Hazel reviewed: 'Fundamental Art Skills' 10-week live online zoom course for complete beginners with Artist Raya Brown

"It’s so strange: Covid meant you put your courses online and it meant I went looking for an online beginners art course and now drawing and painting are very important to me, and hopefully will give me enjoyment for the rest of my life. So I have much to thank you (and Covid) for!"

14 May 22'

Sue reviewed: 'Sunset' wool fibre painting kit

"I haven't done it yet as im still working on another project. However, it arrived very quickly and such gorgeous colours, I'm really going to love doing it."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Sue, Thank you very much for your review. I am so glad that the wool painting kit arrived quickly and you like the colourful wool fibres! I am sure you will enjoy making your wool painting. Please, send me the photo of your finished painting. Look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Raya"

3 May 22'

Maria reviewed: 'Sunset' wool fibre painting kit

"I really enjoyed using this wool painting kit. The technique of painting with wool fibres is totally absorbing and relaxing. Raya's clear instructions helped me to recreate a beautiful sunset in colourful fibres. I also attended the online wool painting course which was a great experience. Thank you Raya for introducing me to this amazing wool fibre painting art."

1 Feb 22'

Lucy reviewed: 'Sunset' wool fibre painting kit

"Great wool painting kit that contains everything you need to make a beautiful wool painting! The kit was delivered quickly and I used the kit at the Sunset wool painting workshop online. I really enjoyed making the Sunset picture following Raya's clear step by step instructions. It was great fun learning this amazing, therapeutic art together, with other beginners working alongside Raya. Thank you so much, Raya Brown, for an enjoyable course and great wool painting kit. I am going to buy another one of Raya's wool painting kits, the Field with red poppies, and make a picture for my mother."

26 Jan 22'

John reviewed: Evening Watercolour 10-week art course for beginners and amateur artists

"At the end of 2020 needed new hobby, never picked a paintbrush up in my life, apart from emulsion and gloss lol, this lovely lady and brilliant tutor helped and guided me. Then lockdown happened. I continued practicing watercolour painting and now I am feeling so much happier with my artwork thanks to Raya who gave me such a good start. Highly recommend Raya's courses."

12 Jan 22'

Maria reviewed: Evening Watercolour 10-week art course for beginners and amateur artists

"Raya is an outstanding teacher and a very talented artist. Her unique teaching techniques, patience and encouragement helped me to learn the basics of watercolour painting. Raya's watercolour classes opened a amazing world of watercolour painting for me with numerous colour nuances, textures and effects. Thanks to Raya's classes I fell in love with watercolour painting and look forward to every art class with Raya. I highly recommend Raya's watercolour courses."

21 Dec 21'

Dinah reviewed: 'Fundamental Art Skills' 10-week live online zoom course for complete beginners with Artist Raya Brown

"I have just completed a 10 week online course on Foundation Art Level 1 with Raya Brown and thoroughly enjoyed it. Having done very little art work since my schooldays many years ago, I started to do some from a ‘teach yourself how to draw book’ during Lockdown and got the bug to do more. A friend recommended Raya’s courses so I signed up. It was a very absorbing course, hard work at times but I learnt a great deal and didn’t notice the time fly in the process. We covered lots of basic things from artistic techniques to the use of different materials and some art history too. Raya is an encouraging and enthusiastic teacher, she provides opportunities for all abilities to stretch themselves and she’s always cheerful and kind. How do you manage to keep up such positivity and patience Raya?! Without any reservation I highly recommend her courses. Dinah H"

14 Dec 21'

Michelle reviewed: 10-week online watercolour for beginners course with live tuition via zoom

"Thank you so much for your fantastic teaching skills Raya. I could never have imagined I could do the portraits I’ve done without your patience, guidance and support. I Am looking forward to continuing to learn with your guidance. Michelle"

13 Dec 21'

Ali reviewed: 'Fundamental Art Skills' 10-week live online zoom course for complete beginners with Artist Raya Brown

"Dear Raya, I also want to thank you for your wonderful teaching. I cant quite believe how much confidence you have given me to have a go such an advancement from my very rudimentary art experience. I am really looking forward to your next course and to learning more. Ali"

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