Wild Slate Workshops

Contact name: Niki Rathmell

Rating

(4)

about 1 month
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Hi, I'm Niki and I've been a creative person my entire life. While living all over the world, I've soaked up many cultures and experiences that have shaped my creative identity and honed my crafting skills. I love encouraging creativity and artistic pursuits in others and believe that we should all aim to embrace art and craft in all its forms. I particularly love working with natural materials especially stone and glass which has led me to slate, a material that my home is surrounded by and which underpins the landscape in my beautiful county of Pembrokeshire. From this elemental love of the landscapes and legends of West Wales, Wild Slate Workshops was born. Passing on my knowledge and skills to others is a joy and I am excited to be sharing them with you.

Courses, kits & gifts

bronze award

GLOGUE

Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - half day inspired by coast, land and legend

3½ hours

Next date: 3rd May 2026

8 places left

£60.00

bronze award

GLOGUE

Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

6 hours

Next date: 2nd May 2026

8 places left

(4)

£99.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

3 Dec 25'

Jessica Amy reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"Brilliant - I had the best time learning how to create beautiful mosaics with my mam. The venue and facilities were excellent. Niki was amazing! Her knowledge, thorough demonstrations and relaxed learning environment make this class enjoyable for all abilities. Such a unique day out. Thanks for having us! 🙂"

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"So wonderful to have you in the group Jess. Your focus and total immersion in the whole day was great to see along with your smiles. You clearly enjoyed the day so thank you for being there. Your owl mosaic blew us all away!"

3 Dec 25'

Michele Charles-Davies reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"Great workshop, really enjoyed the whole day. Lovely venue and atmosphere, Niki was very friendly and explained everything clearly. As a beginner I was very relaxed and I was very pleased with the two mosaic pieces I created. What a great way to explore your creativity. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone who wants to try something new, learn a new skill or just enjoy meeting new people in a friendly welcoming environment. Thanks Niki! "

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"Thank you Michele, so lovely to meet you and have you in the workshop. Your mosaics were beautiful and well thought out. They definitely gained the admiration of the group."

3 Dec 25'

Elliot reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"Considering I'm new to arts and crafts, this course was great fun and I found it to be very therapeutic. The course was well presented and was suitable for people of all levels. Niki was very friendly and welcoming and gave good instruction whenever it was needed. I would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to try something new l, or perhaps to provide personalised Christmas/birthday gifts to family and friends. Support local artists! :) "

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"Thank you Elliot for such a nice review. You definitely seemed very engaged with the process and relaxed throughout. I heartily endorse supporting local artists and craftspeople of course! Thanks for getting stuck in and making two fantastic mosaics."

2 Dec 25'

Lara Morgan reviewed: Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - Inspired by coast, land and legend

"A really wonderful experience learning a new craft - Niki helped me to go from absolutely no experience of working with slate or creating mosaics, to taking home two beautiful pieces made with materials that really speak of our locality. I almost can't believe these were made by me! All of the techniques are explained really well, Niki is helpful without being overbearing and all the tools you need are supplied, without it being too overwhelming. It was a really great day and I'm so pleased that I chose to do this workshop, highly recommended"

Wild Slate Workshops responded:

"Thank you Lara for such a lovely review. It was a pleasure having you at the workshop. Your enthusiasm, enjoyment, and appreciation were clear to see and you made two mosaics that attracted so many positive comments from the other participants. "