Vitreus Art reviews

16 Jan 23'

Naomi Kraker reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"An excellent day. All materials and tools were supplied and Mike's tuition was clear and thorough; plus he was super encouraging and supportive. I learned loads and left with a real sense of accomplishment. Great value for money and lots of fun, too."

Vitreus Art responded:

"It was a pleasure - we hope to see you at the studio again sometime! Mike"

31 Oct 22'

Teresa Crosby reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"I found the course to be excellent. Mike explained each step thoroughly and was very patient and encouraging and I'm very pleased with my finished piece. A delicious lunch was also included along with many cups of tea and biscuits! Would thoroughly recommend."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Teresa - it was a pleasure!"

26 Sep 22'

Lisa reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"5 stars - professional, expert, well timed & organise d. Fabulous venue & quality, highly skilled at teaching adults."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thank-you Lisa - it was a pleasure! KR Mike"

26 Sep 22'

Angie Wakefield reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Spent yesterday making a 'garden panel'. Had a lovely day, Mike is very patient and explains each step as you do it. Nice spacious environment to work in and a yummy lunch made it a fab day overall. Really pleased with my piece and am already looking at other courses at Vitreus Arts. We will be back!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Angie - it was a pleasure to teach you and Rosmary. We look forward to seeing you in the studio again sometime! Mike"

29 Aug 22'

Jacqui reviewed: Precious Metal Clay - Make your own Silver Jewellery for Beginners

"Excellent course and lovely course providers Jenny and Mike, very knowledgeable, we learned so much and came out with jewellery that We are going to love wearing. Our items surpassed what We thought our talents could produce thanks to the lovely Jenny’s tutorial."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review! It was a pleasure and we both loved the jewellery you and Siobhan made. M&J"

28 Aug 22'

Julia Quick reviewed: Stained Glass - Copper Foiling / Tiffany for Beginners

"Great course excellent tuition made very welcome. Lovely studio, nothing to much trouble very enjoyable day "

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Julia! We look forward to seeing you in the studio again sometime! Mike"

7 Aug 22'

Jane reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"This was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, with all participants achieving a very pleasing result - me included! You do need stamina (as does the tutor) - this is a full-on, eight hour course, but it was excellently prepared, well structured and with all materials to hand, and a good lunch provided. I am certainly glad I attended. "

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Jane! We’re delighted you’re pleased with your garden panel. M&J"

6 Aug 22'

Rachel Hewitt-Hall reviewed: Slumped glass fusing tack-fusing - creating curved glass forms with texture, for beginners and those with some glass fusing experience.

"What a wonderful day learning new skills, led by the lovely Jenny. A totally immersive experience and I can’t wait to join another class! Thank you!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"It was great fun sharing my skills with you Rachel. Hope to see you again sometime soon. Cheers Jenny"

27 Jun 22'

Nicky reviewed: Turning Up the Heat - 2-day Glass Fusing Course for Intermediates with Vitreus Art

"Jenny and Mike were both very welcoming and patient when I was struggling with a technique or understanding information they were imparting. The two days gave time to try new techniques and I learnt a lot from this course. I would happily book another course with them in the future. This two day course was bought as an early 60th birthday present from my husband and what a fabulous present it was. Thank you Jenny and Mike for an interesting and enjoyable two days."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Nicky - it was a pleasure working with you and hope to see you at the studio again sometime. M&J"

8 Jun 22'

Jane reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"The course was all that I hoped for and more. The pace was good allowing plenty of time to practice new skills and the tutor was always on hand to guide you as required. We were well looked after during the day with both drinks and lunch. This was a really good introduction to making a stain glass panel and everyone was able to take a finished product home with them."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Jane - it was a pleasure working with you! Mike"

22 May 22'

Christine reviewed: Stained Glass - Copper Foiling / Tiffany for Beginners

"I enjoyed the course. The first time I did stain glass was in high school. It was 40 years ago. But Mike brought a new meaning to stained glass, he provided a little history of the origin of glass and an interest in Tiffany’s glass. The new meaning of stained glass course was very challenging. I chose a pattern that involved 13 pieces. I thought it was quite easy to do with straight lines and triangles and squares. Mike and Jenny were both patient and supportive, they were patient and guided me through it all. I would not of completed in one day but got a lot of help and Mike and Jenny encouraged me to continue and complete the project. I did it and love the piece."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Christine, we’re glad you like huge finished piece!"

20 May 22'

Sue Davies reviewed: Expressive Plants and Flowers in Watercolours with Clare Tebboth at Vitreus Art

"Really enjoyable day. Very well looked after by the team and Clare an excellent teacher. Learnt lots of new techniques and plenty of time to practice. Thank you all."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Sue - Clare certainly is an excellent teacher! KR Mike"

31 Mar 22'

Jenny reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. We did exactly as described bar eating our lunch in the workshop rather than at the nearby tearooms! At the end of a very long day we did all go home with items of which we were all justifiably proud and could legitimately say we pretty well did it all! We were encouraged to proceed and complete and both Mike & Jenny would encourage us to do, make mistakes and learn! They were very patient and prepared to repeat whatever was required to get to the end! As we all exceeded the course time, they still did not try to take over to speed the proceedings and I would like to thank them for their diligence. I would certainly recommend giving this course or any of the others a go if you fancy it!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Jenny - we’re pleased you enjoyed the workshop! Mike"

27 Feb 22'

Hilary reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Excellent value for money. Busy all day and kept well supplied with drinks and treats by Jenny. Mike's tuition was clear and the small class size meant that he was always available to help."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Hilary - it was a pleasure to teach you (and the rest of the group). Mike"

6 Feb 22'

Tim reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"The course was very well packaged from booking through to completion. I was made very welcome on the day. The course was thorough and left me with the confidence to be autonomous and develop my skill independently in the future. I would happily recommend this course to anyone interested."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Tim - we're glad you enjoyed making your stained glass panel! Mike"

30 Jan 22'

Jan and Andy Batchelor reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"My Husband and I had a really good day learning about stained glass. The course was enjoyable and well organized/run. Neither of us had worked with stained glass before so it was a very interesting day. Mike and Jenny are very friendly and helpful. There was a good supply of Tea/Coffee and biscuits plus the lunch menu and food was lovely. Thank you."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Janice - we 're pleased you both enjoyed it! Mike"

16 Aug 21'

Mandy Herriott reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Myself and my husband John attended a full day workshop (10 hours) creating a leaded glass panel and acquiring new skills on both glass leading and using tools relevant to complete a project. We are really proud of our end works and are now hanging in the garden. We were total beginners and impressed with the professionalism of the tutors' training style, knowledgeable and patience during the whole day. Fantastic tutors who are an asset to the art world. Thank you so much for all your help."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Mandy - it was a pleasure working with you both! M&J"

29 Jul 21'

Brenda Bayliss reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Mike and Jenny were very welcome and attentive throughout the day. Mike was clear with all his step by step instructions and Jenny efficiently served plenty of refreshments and also offered her knowledge to the group. I would certainly go back to them to try some of the other courses that they offer."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Brenda - it was a pleasure working with you. KR Mike"

19 Jun 21'

Gillian Rainer reviewed: Stained Glass - Copper Foiling / Tiffany for Beginners

"As a beginner to copper foiling I was amazed at the piece I made and took home. Mike is an excellent teacher and his demonstrations of the various techniques were easy to follow and he answered our quesitons as he went along. He was happy to re-cap a tecnique and encouraged you to beleive in yourself. The course was informative and fun with several paterns to choose from. Jenny also provided guidance and support through the day and the small group allowed plenty of interaction with them both. I had a great day learning a new craft . I recommend the course and will be booking another course with them soon."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Gilly, it was a pleasure teaching you. Mike"

6 Jan 20'

Sue reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Mike and Jenny's garden panel workshop was the first of many classes I've taken with them. They are great teachers delivering step by step tutorials with individual support and guidance as required. Tea and biscuits are always in plentiful supply and the background music sets the mood for a most enjoyable, creative time."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Great to hear you enjoy the music Sue. Looking forward to seeing what you create in the studio next time. All the best, Jenny & Mike"

6 Jan 20'

Brooke reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"I bought this as a Christmas present for my husband and I to do together. Neither of us had worked with stained glass before, but the support and tuition received meant we came away with pieces we were really proud of. Mike and Jenny are great fun to work with and are always very welcoming, keeping you well supplied with tea/coffee and biscuits all day and provide a great lunch at the cafe next door."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Hi Brooke, What a lovely review, thank you. Hope you are enjoying married life and looking forward to seeing you guys sometime again in 2020 - even if it's just to call in and say 'hello'. All the best, Jenny & Mike"

6 Jan 20'

Libby Hart reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Leaded Garden Panel Workshop - did this workshop on a really hot day last summer. It was just brilliant with lots of one to one instruction, help with colours and unlimited tuition and patience. Am so pleased with the finished panel and love the way it catches the light in the late afternoon sun. Will certainly be signing up for more classes in 2020. Bring it on!!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"Hello Libby, It was great working with you then, and since. And looking forward to the next creation you make under our guidance. Best regards, Jenny & Mike"

6 Jan 20'

Ann Kent reviewed: Stained Glass Leading Garden Panel Workshop for Beginners

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day, went so quickly despite staying late to finish my panel. Very clear instruction from Jenny and Mike, and well timed help when I needed it. Totally enjoyed it all, fab lunch too!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"Hi Ann, Thank you for taking the time to right a review for us. It was a pleasure working with you and we hope you are enjoying your panel very much. All the best, Jenny & Mike"