“Enjoy my day at Artison - Relaxing / Retreat / Sense of Achievement / Escape / Rejuvenating”

– Kathryn
Collage Inspired by Vintage

“A really good day. Excellent tutor who gave clear demonstrations and supportive help. Use of webcam was also very helpful. I came away feeling that I had learnt some basic techniques - and with 4 completed sample notebooks. A lovely lunch was an extra treat! I am looking forward to coming back again in the Autumn.”

– Sue
Single Section Bookbinding

Tags: Heritage Crafts Paper-Based Creativity

“It was a very relaxing yet energetic day - just what I needed!”

– Derek
Woodturning using a Pole Lathe

Tags: Heritage Crafts Wood & Stone

“Tutor clearly hugely experienced. Very encouraging and able to clearly give hints and tips. Learned some new things. Fun. Great food. First ever painting tuition and both really enjoyed it”

– Linda and Ron
Introducing Acrylics

Tags: Painting & Drawing

“It's good to learn interesting things, before and after the excellent lunches!”

– Anne Coulson
2017 Open Day

Tags: Special Events

“Charlotte is very talented – I would love to work as a crafts person after this workshop! It was a really great opportunity to be creative and a great stress reliever!”

– Katie
Textured Ceramic Tiles

Tags: Creative Home Pottery & Ceramics

“Scott was so tolerant. The best thing was learning in such pleasant company.”

– Anonymous
Abstract Painting

Tags: Painting & Drawing

“The whole day was fantastic. I wish I lived nearer and I would come more often.”

– Beryl
Townscapes in Watercolour

Tags: Painting & Drawing

“I enjoyed the opportunity to have a go at different techniques and be well advised along the way. – and of course the lunch!

– Marilyn
Beautiful Blooms in Watercolour

Tags: Painting & Drawing

“The tutor was very knowledgeable and gave very clear demonstrations.  I enjoyed the whole experience.”

– Lori
Freehand Machine Embroidery

“Perfect – great company, fantastic facilities. It was great to be able to make professional looking items with all the materials and equipment available – didn’t want for anything.”

– Pauline
Willow Hedgerow Basket

Tags: Heritage Crafts Willow & Plant Fibres

“The food is incredibly yummy for GF and Vegan people. The tutors are very friendly, Gaynor is very entertaining and Sue is very calming! It is a very homely environment.”

– Charlotte
2017 Open Day

Tags: Special Events

“Claire was excellent and very patient!”

– Claire
Introducing Pattern Cutting

Tags: Sewing & Textiles

“The best thing was the enthusiasm and standard of teaching.”

– Elaine
Introducing Acrylics

“Keith is marvellous - very knowledgeable and manages to make the subject quite fascinating!”

– Jane
Sharpening Skills - Household, Craft & DIY Tools

Tags: Heritage Crafts Wood & Stone

““I didn’t know what to expect from the workshop but really enjoyed my day. Friendly atmosphere, very welcoming.””

– Rebecca
Nuno Felt Scarves

Tags: Sewing & Textiles Wool & Felt

“Tutor was fantastic, has a fun creative day in a relaxed and friendly environment.”

– Karen
Green Man Plaques

Tags: Heritage Crafts Pottery & Ceramics

“The tutor made the day very relaxing and gave us confidence to experiment.”

– Sandra
Art for Starters

Tags: Painting & Drawing

“Great tuition of the basics and then very flexible in what we actually made. Think everyone making the same first piece was really good because it got us all up to speed with basic skills quickly and being able to make something more individual later meant I came home with something I really wanted. ”

– Julia
Stained Glass + Copper Foil Leaves

Tags: Glass & Mosaics

“Tutors were superb, the day was well structured enabling me to make two metal flowers in comfortable time.”

– Howard
Blacksmithing - Sculptural Flowers

Tags: Metal Working

“Really well structured. I felt I wasn’t being rushed or the class was going to slow. Rosie was great, really helpful and encouraging. She had put alot of thought into resources she brought with her for us to use. I’ve really enjoyed my day. Catering and friendliness of staff is brilliant. I’ve been make to feel really welcome – thank you!”

– Charlotte
Cards, Tags and Papercraft

Tags: Paper-Based Creativity