“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

“Hester is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about her subject.”

– Carol
Introducing Printmaking

Tags: Printmaking

“It was fab. I really enjoyed the workshops and the hospitality is great!”

Tags: Printmaking

“Friendly people, great feed, great tutor and I managed to produce a good picture!”

– Judith
Introduction to Soft Pastels

Tags: Painting & Drawing

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

– Anne Coulson
2017 Open Day

Tags: Special Events

“The whole experience was great!”

– Mary
Silver Bands and Knot Rings

Tags: Jewellery Making

“I learned so much about techniques and what flowers and foliage were useful. A lovely group and fun atmosphere.”

– Jenny
Flower Arranging

Tags: Flower Arranging

“ArtisOn gives me a chance to create and try things I wouldn't normally be able to try.”

– James Branch
2017 Open Day

Tags: Special Events

“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

“What an amazing welcome, followed by yummy cakes and hot tea. Very friendly and open people. What a delight!”

– Polly Lord
2017 Open Day

Tags: Special Events

“Met new friends, learnt new skills & lovely food!”

– Dorothy Lumley
2017 Open Day

Tags: Special Events

“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

“The gradual building of ‘skills’ gave me a different perspective – not just paper but a potential picture”

– Susan
Introducing Papermaking

Tags: Paper-Based Creativity

“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

“Relaxing, challenging, really good food – a great day!

– Vicci
Introducing Printmaking

Tags: Printmaking

“Running out of superlatives!”

– John
Basic Drawing

Tags: Painting & Drawing

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

– Derek
Woodturning using a Pole Lathe

Tags: Heritage Crafts Wood & Stone

“Loved the whole experience.  It is a real treat of a day out.  The food is superb, so like a special meal at a bistro on top of the art & craft experience...and everyone so friendly.”

– Linda
Using Resist Techniques in Watercolour

Tags: Painting & Drawing

“Tutor was lovely, patient and encouraging.  I had a relaxed and fun day with great food and friendly people.”

– Karen
Printing without a press

Tags: Printmaking

“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

“All processes were well explained. I appreciated the hand out and tips on where to buy equipment etc. I enjoyed learning something new at a pace I could cope with an a friendly environment.”

– Claudia
Printing Without A Press

Tags: Dyeing, Printing, Colouring Printmaking