“Tutor had lots of knowledge and was great fun.”
– Steve
Stick Making - Horn and Antler Handles
“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
“The best thing was the enthusiasm and standard of teaching.”
– Elaine
Introducing Acrylics
“The best bit was our shared surprise at the results as we peeled the prints off the press!”
– Kate
Introducing Printmaking
Tags: Printmaking
“The courses are such value for money. Tutors are very knowledgeable and the hospitality fantastic.”
– Michael Hare
2017
Tags: Special Events
“Alison was natural, calm, confident and totally inspirational. A very talented tutor and totally gifted.”
– Louise
Watercolour Step by Step
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“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 whole day was fantastic. I wish I lived nearer and I would come more often.”
– Beryl
Townscapes in Watercolour
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
“Encouraging in a genuinely helpful way – lunch was delicious!”
– Sue
Art for Starters
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“Excellent teacher keeping everyone engaged & devoting time to all. Great class, good camaraderie, excellent food. Mostly a lovely day out with my daughter sharing our experience”
– Suzanne
Silver Bands and Knot Rings
Tags: Jewellery Making
“I loved everything! I feel much more confident with my sewing machine now...hope to be back soon.”
– Natalie
Master Your Sewing Machine and Basic Skills
“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
“Charlotte was very friendly and reassuring when ‘problems’ with the pieces occurred! The best thing was spending time with my daughter and having a day to play!”
– Lynne
Porcelain Tealights
Tags: Creative Home Pottery & Ceramics
“Being an absolute novice, I enjoyed being able to experiment and learn about essential techniques … loved it!!”
– Carol
Liberated Watercolour
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“Scott is really positive and informative, a nice balance of information, patience, encouragement and humour.I loved the entire day, the course, the work we produced, and lunch were amazing. Thanks too for being so accepting of people with allergies.”
– Tamsin
Watercolour Bold and Loose
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“The gradual building of ‘skills’ gave me a different perspective – not just paper but a potential picture”
– Susan
Introducing Papermaking
Tags: Paper-Based Creativity
“Had a lot of fun learning a new skill and going home with my lovely finished lampshade.”
– Karen
Drum Lampshade Making
Tags: Creative Home
“Met new friends, learnt new skills & lovely food!”
– Dorothy Lumley
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“Just wanted to say what a great weekend it's been - having fun back at Artison.
You should be really proud of what you've achieved there - it's such an inspiring place which attracts both lovely teachers and interesting participants. The venue is perfect, catering superb (not good for the waistline!), it's great to see photos and examples of previous courses to tempt us (successfully) to return! The website is brilliant, great design, images etc, always up to date - far better than any other equivalent I've seen. Can't wait for my next visit!
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– Glenda
Revive & Reupholster an Antique Chair
Tags: Creative Home Heritage Crafts Painting & Drawing
“Everyone is happy, welcoming and supportive. So whether you are an "old timer" like me or a first timer, you are guaranteed a wonderful day.”
– Karen Ward
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events