“Jackie the tutor was always encouraging and I thoroughly enjoyed the challenge. It was a lovely friendly group and atmosphere and we all produced some excellent glass panels.”
– Cheryl
Make a Stained Glass Panel
“Obviously highly skilled and experienced, Claire guided us really well. I was a complete beginner and she gave clear instructions and good encouragement. I enjoyed the whole experience , the expertise, the company and the lunch. I will definitely be back.”
– Angela
Freehand Machine Embroidery
Tags: Sewing & Textiles
“The tutor really got me going on my first use of acrylics. All good fun and educational.”
– Mike
Introducing Acrylics
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“ArtisOn is innovative, fresh, unpretentious - just super! The food is exceptional - as comforting as the welcome.”
– Sharron Cooney
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“I get to be a big kid for a day, take something nice home and someone else cleans up!”
– Martin Lawson
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“Loved learning new jewellery making techniques and sharing ideas with other people, lovely food too!”
– Barbara
Tin Cans to Treasure
Tags: Jewellery Making Metal Working
“The tutor was very good and patient and very happy to share her knowledge and skills. Enjoyed the whole day.”
– Kay
Papercutting
“Alison was natural, calm, confident and totally inspirational. A very talented tutor and totally gifted.”
– Louise
Watercolour Step by Step
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
“More workshops please! The best thing was being able to devote a whole day to being creative.”
– Rhiannon
Nuno Felt Scarves
Tags: Sewing & Textiles Wool & Felt
“It's better than a day at the spa!”
– Emma Smith
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
““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
“Scott was so tolerant. The best thing was learning in such pleasant company.”
– Anonymous
Abstract Painting
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“There was a good relaxed atmosphere and good humour in the group. We had a lots of laughs whilst bashing metal and lunch was yum!”
– Stacey
Blacksmith for a day
Tags: Metal Working
“The opportunity to share the experience with other like minded people. Excellent course with lots of preparation from the tutor, excellent meal and very warm welcome. Wish I'd found the place years ago. Will certainly come again.”
– Caroline
Needlefelt Hare
Tags: Sculpture Wool & Felt
“The steady pace was ideal for a beginner. The techniques learned showed wonderful results from the simplest of ideas. Encouraging comments helped to build confidence. The best thing was seeing a half decent image emerge from my paper! The best things were meeting very interesting people, enjoying delicious food and being taught by such an enthusiastic tutor. A brilliant day!”
– Joy
Essential Watercolour
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“Jess was really helpful and patient when things didn’t quite look how they should do! Just a really lovely day out - perfect me time, thank you!”
– Louise
Willow Birds
Tags: Sculpture Willow & Plant Fibres
“The tutor made the day very relaxing and gave us confidence to experiment.”
– Sandra
Art for Starters
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“Jackie was very good at explaining. I had a brilliant time and fab food!”
– Anonymous
Making a Stained Glass Panel
Tags: Glass & Mosaics Heritage Crafts
“The gradual building of ‘skills’ gave me a different perspective – not just paper but a potential picture”
– Susan
Introducing Papermaking
Tags: Paper-Based Creativity