Sebastian Rasch reviews

16 Feb 20'

Stephen James reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Awesome! Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend and learnt loads. My wife is impressed by my finished masterpiece. Sebastian was a excellent tutor. I will be back!"

26 Jan 20'

Tim Crowe reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A thoroughly enjoyable weekend developing new skills, meeting interesting people, and finding that stone carving is even more approachable, fun and rewarding than I had suspected. The peaceful surroundings were delightful to work in, and the gentle pace allowed one to relax into the process. Sebastian's tuition and guidance was well-judged and supportive. I was especially grateful for his thoughtful suggestions that helped rescue my work when it was heading off the rails a bit. Wholeheartedly recommended."

23 Jan 20'

Matt Parsons reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Brilliant course in a relaxed, inspirational environment in picturesque Gloucestershire. Sebastian is extremely helpful and guides you through the whole process of achieving your very own stone carving. Really enjoyed the two days. Many thanks, Matt"

22 Jan 20'

Sarah Attwood reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I can definitely recommend this course. Set in a beautiful location and Sebastian was an excellent teacher. We really had the chance to play and really get to know the materials and a feel for the tools. I came away with something I'm proud of... but also more importantly, the basic skills to get started on my own."

15 Nov 19'

Russell Watkins reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"What a chilled and chiselled weekend! We spent two very invigorating days; mentally and physically, being softly guided through the introduction to an untried craft skill by the delightful Sebastian. He is not your conventional teacher, by his own admission, but he managed to develop nascent stonemason skills in seven novices - all of whom left on the Sunday afternoon feeling so happy and pleased with new found abilities clutching their own piece of art. Thank you Sebastian, thank you to my fellow chisellers and thank you to my long term friend, John, who gave me the gift of the weekend. Best regards Russell"

28 Sep 19'

Janet murison reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Fabulous weekend course. Enjoyed every minute. Didn’t think I would be able to achieve what I did, or enjoy it so much! Relaxed course run effectively by Sebastian. Recommended very highly."

23 Sep 19'

Mike reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"For once the reviews are true! This course is a great introduction to stone carving and Sebastian is an excellent tutor, providing guidance when needed but otherwise stepping back to allow you to discover your creative side. Despite not having an artistic bone in my body I managed to create an animal sculpture with real personality, thanks in no small part to Sebastian's gentle but enthusiastic encouragement. I'm really pleased with the result and would happily recommend the course to anyone and everyone."

18 Sep 19'

Chris and Theresa reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Thank you Sebastian. We both really enjoyed the course. It was an Idyllic setting and we were lucky to have excellent weather. Sebastian was inspirational and gave really good teaching and guidance. this course is very good value - we will be back."

14 Aug 19'

Lindsey Brown reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian is great and allows you the freedom to create something amazing, giving advice here and there. Wonderful location, rural setting. Don’t expect luxury but adventure instead! Exhilarating! I love what I made and it takes pride of place in my garden. Stone sculpture is dusty, wear old clothes. Definitely recommend the venue!"

30 Jul 19'

Sally Thomas reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Follow the theme of all the reviews. Yes it is an inspiring, active, calming and fulfilling weekend. We went as a family of four to mark our 30th wedding anniversary. Time together, as stayed locally, and four very different sculptures as a permenant reminder. Thank you Sebastian."

29 Jul 19'

Jeff reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Two very enjoyable days carving stone by hand in the great outdoors, Sebastian did not over cook the instructions, allowing us to get on with it and offering instruction and advising as we went along. If you are looking to get plenty of hands on stone carving and dust in your boots this is just the course for you."

29 Jul 19'

Guy Thomas reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A fabulous 2 day course, in a wonderful setting just below the Cotswolds edge. From the outset, Sebastian did an excellent job at getting us to be free to express ourselves, without any formal constraints as to how we should create our masterpieces! All 7 of us on the course seemed relaxed and we got on well, and all produced something to be proud of at the end of 2 excellent days. A great selection of hand tools (same hand made by Sebastian himself), and just enough tuition, for us to explore the use of these tools without being too prescriptive. Thoroughly excellent and recommended."

22 Jul 19'

Lindsay Johnston reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"This was a wonderful introduction to stone carving. The atmosphere was very relaxed and Sebastian really made it easy to just 'have a go'. There was also space to be creative to achieve one's aim, and I came away with something I was happy with. It was also cool to have the sheep looking on! Loved every minute! Thank you to Sebastian and to the 3 encouraging class mates :)"

17 Jul 19'

Norman reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"We had a delightful two days with Sebastian and were very lucky with the weather which helped! Inspirational!"

17 Jul 19'

Bob Small reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I had not done any stone carving before and found the guidance given by Seb. to be most helpful. It was good to talk through my project and exchange ideas, not only with Seb. but also with the other students. As there were only 4 of us the attention we received great. It was an great spot and as the weather was good we were able to work out in the open under the trees. What better way to spend 2 days in the sun shine and come away with a completed project."

16 Jul 19'

Steve Rowell reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A great way to try sculpting for the first time, with light touch tuition and a very relaxed atmosphere in a great setting."

16 Jul 19'

Yvonne Mockridge reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course. Great location, relaxed atmosphere, excellent tutor and the weather was on our side too!"

25 Jun 19'

Peter Latimer reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Great course, great location. Amazing how much can be achieved in 2 days with expert guidance and with a sense that it would be a lifetime to master. Go with a vision and be ambitious."

28 May 19'

Dave Duggan reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"This was my first attempt at stone carving and I was very pleased with the way the course worked. Short introduction to fellow course members and tools by Sebastian then right into having a go. Sebastian is very helpful with advice on how to progress with our various ideas of what we wanted to make. I have been inspired to have a go at home Facilities are simple and working in the outdoors on a lovely sunny weekend was ideal. Indoor facilities are available if the weather's not so good. Great - thank you Sebastian"

15 May 19'

Dave and Gayle reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"We really enjoyed the stone sculpting course. A great opportunity to do something we hadn't done before. We found that Sebastian struck a nice balance of showing us the basics before getting started, support with coming up with a workeable original design, and advice and techniques for carving and then finishing our sculptures. We are really pleased with the end results. Combined with the lovely surroundings made for a great weekend. Thanks."

13 May 19'

John Adlam reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"It was a very satisfying weekend on many levels. The setting and weather was perfect. The freedom to explore stone carving was a new experience for eight of the nine of us attending. Sebastian got the balance just right with his help, encouragement and suggestions. The range of sculptures produced were very varied and we all seemed very pleased with our efforts. The group were all very friendly and were all happy to spend time keeping an eye on each others work and discussing as the pieces evolved. Thank you Sebastian, I had a great time and would be happy to recommend this course to everyone. John Adlam, Stroud, Gloucestershire."

13 May 19'

Caroline Prosser-Lodge reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"My second weekend course with Sebastian. Once again great, patient tuition, in a most peaceful and beautiful setting. The 9 students all went away with pieces they were pleased with, so varied in concept and execution. Many thanks Sebastian for helping get the bird into the van... Hoping to be back for a further workshop!!"

13 May 19'

suzanne durie reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A really enjoyable two days in a Gloucestershire field and we all went home with a sculpture we had designed and made ourselves - including abstracts, birds and a gorgeous sleeping dragon. I loved the process of chipping away at the softish Bath stone and then carving and sanding. Sebastian was always on hand with advice about which tools to use when and to remind you to stand back and have a good look at your work."

13 May 19'

David Durie reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Really fun and relaxing new experience. 2 days just flew by. Not that creative but ended up with a piece I was pleased about and the direction and encouragement given by Sebastian was excellent."

10 May 19'

Elaine reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Hi Sebastian Thanks for yet another fun sculpting weekend. It does great things for my soul! You are very patient! I will send a picture when there is some sunlight! Thanks again. Elaine"