“I learned so much about techniques and what flowers and foliage were useful. A lovely group and fun atmosphere.”
– Jenny
Flower Arranging
“You always have a well organised day, good tutors, excellent food and I keep coming back!”
– Josephine Runciman
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“A big 'Thank You!' for the fabulous lampshade making workshop on Friday night. I had a great time and felt very well looked after. Your warm welcome, cakes and cups of tea were much appreciated, especially as I had travelled from York to join you. Georgia was a fabulous teacher - showing us how to make the lampshade step by step, providing very clear written as well as verbal instructions and giving us with support as we needed it. All the resources were readily available and Georgia's amazing fabrics are beautiful. I really enjoyed the whole experience and feel very proud of, and delighted with, the lampshade that I made, especially as a 'creative novice'. I posted a picture of the finished lampshade on my own Facebook page and have had a record 77 'likes'/'loves'/'wows' from my friends already!”
– Kathryn
Lampshade Making Evening
“Karen is an excellent tutor. She is always very encouraging and listens to what we are trying to achieve or our ideas. It is no easy task to be attentive to all levels of skill and confidence. She always tries to offer us the opportunity to learn something new or support an individuals project.
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– Yvonne
Wonderful Ways with Watercolour for Botanical Subjets
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“1. It's my therapy
2. It's my guilty pleasure
3. It's my sanity
4. It's wonderful in spite of Gaynor ;-O”
– Louise Curnin
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“I most enjoyed the finished product – taking my bag home all completed!”
– Sarah
Making Felt Bags
Tags: Sewing & Textiles Wool & Felt
“Hester is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about her subject.”
– Carol
Introducing Printmaking
Tags: Printmaking
“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
“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
“It was great working with an experienced and talented artist like Heather.”
– Jo
Introducing Soft Pastels
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“This workshop was better than expected! It was my first visit and I was very impressed by the smooth operation, how I was made to feel welcome and most impressed by the quality of teaching and the excellent lunch. Jess is a very good teacher, standing back observing and ready to support as soon as she was needed. I felt very much at home - everyone was so very nice and kind. ”
– Sue
Willow Baskets
Tags: Willow & Plant Fibres
“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
“I can learn a new skill, develop it and laugh and eat delicious food at the same time.”
– Margaret Merrall
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“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
“Had a lot of fun learning a new skill and going home with my lovely finished lampshade.”
– Karen
Drum Lampshade Making
Tags: Creative Home
“Fantastic day – lots of information given, friendly and willing to help and provide ideas. Enjoyed everything! Thw workshop was great, really enjoyable and the food was fantastic!”
– Natalie
Porcelain Tealight & Lanterns
“Josie was very kind, approachable and encouraging. I am not not as terrified! The tutor, course and food – all excellent!”
– Penny
Art for the Terrified
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“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
“The tutor was very good and patient and very happy to share her knowledge and skills. Enjoyed the whole day.”
– Kay
Papercutting
“The whole experience is great from the smiling greeting to the course, the other participants and the food.”
– Claudia
Spring Spa Secrets
Tags: Festive, Fun or Foodie
“Claire was excellent and very patient!”
– Claire
Introducing Pattern Cutting
Tags: Sewing & Textiles