Jo Garden Art reviews

Stella reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"The workshop took place in Jo's workshop in beautiful surroundings. Jo was brimming with knowledge and support and with her guidance I came up with more art than I thought was possible thoroughly recommended"

Sandy Blake reviewed: Large human sculpture kit (50cm)

"The sculpture pack came very quickly and well packaged. I’ve only just started it but I’m planning to put the clay on today. Very clear instructions - written and pictorial plus there’s a tutorial on You Tube. Looking forward to completing it"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you for this review Sandy! I hopy you have enjoyed making your sculpture 😊"

Katrina Cole reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I had a really fantastic couple of day attending Jo's brilliant abstract slate workshop, Jo as always is warm, friendly and welcoming. Her workshop in a lovely setting, is comfortable and really well stocked with so many choices to allow everyone to create stunning and totally individual pieces. Can't wait to return, thank you Jo! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"So lovely to have you back in the studio Katrina 🤗. You came to both the slate workshop days scheduled in February, so made two lovely small pieces on the first day (really lovely!), then was able to make a larger piece on the second day. I know you are hooked ..... 😆😘 Jo x"

Cheryl Gould reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I attended this course with three other friends on Sunday. It was excellent. Having made a hare with Jo during the summer of 2024 we see the slate art and thought it would be good to have a go at it. Pleased we did! Once again Jo's instructions and assistance is so clear and you worked at a lovely pace to achieve two slate creations - which I am thrilled with. Thanks again Jo - once again a superb day! Can highly recommend to anyone. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"It was lovely having you all back again for another crazy day! Your lunchtime picnic was very impressive 🤗. So glad you all enjoyed the slate mosaics - they were all so different, but beautiful. Jo xx"

Maureen reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"A thoroughly relaxing and enjoyable day such huge variety of materials to choose from really pleased with my pieces can’t wait to come back and do a larger one now I have the bug"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Ah ha Maureen! It's an addictive process with so many variables. I do hope to see you again to see what you will do with a larger piece. Jo xx"

Geoff Wilson reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"A lovely memorable day! Jo's welcoming and supportive style coupled with her excellent introduction made for a creative and friendly atmosphere. A huge range of materials to choose from made it easier to translate my ideas into a practical design. Thank you."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Geoff, my materials range keeps extending!!! I loved your art deco piece 🙌. So glad you enjoyed the day. Jo x "

Lorna Cootes reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Brilliant day with excellent teaching, heartily recommend. Will go again."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Lorna! Fabulous day and so glad you enjoyed yourself. Hope to see you again, Jo x"

Michael Kippen reviewed: Small human sculpture kit (30cm)

"Great kits more than enough materials and well packed. Really good instructions worth the money very pleased."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Michael - I go a bit overboard with what I include in the kit as many people do not have creative items at home! Delighted you enjoyed the kit. Jo x"

Michael Kippen reviewed: Duo human sculpture kit (1 x 30cm & 1 x 50cm)

"Great kits more than enough materials and well packed. Really good instructions worth the money very pleased."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to write this review Michael! I love making the humans 😊 Jo x"

Keith and Linda Lillig reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Our children bought us both a day’s hare making course as an anniversary present. I thought that maybe Jo had met her match as neither of us have ever done any sculpting before, and I am particularly bad at anything ‘arty.’ Jo has a very calm and can do attitude. She showed us step by step what to do, then left us to do our own thing, but had the wonderful knack of being ready to make suggestions, or get you out of a muddle without taking over. We both were very pleased with our creations! Thank you for a lovely day. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the course, or Jo as a teacher. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Kieth & Linda - breaking the sculpture process down into sections really helps with introducing the art to those who have no experience. Really delighted that you both enjoyed the day and are pleased with your creations! Jo xx"

Sue Senior-Boyce reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Brilliant, can’t believe I actually made something that resembles a hare! So well organised and friendly, immediately felt at ease and couldn’t really go wrong under Jo’s expert tuition. Loved it so much and felt confident enough to buy a kit to make at another at home Thank you Jo x"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sue! A great day in the studio 😄. Have a lovely time making your kit and do not hesitate to make contact if you have any questions. Jo x"

Sheila Somers reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I had a wonderful day making my hare. I had never done any sculpting before but with Jo's excellent tuition I came home with a beautiful hare. It's a fabulous studio and the whole day was very friendly and relaxed and also, the kettle was always on! I would highly recommend this craft workshop."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sheila! My kettle is a hard worker 😁 So glad you enjoyed making your lovely hare. Jo x"

Jane Bullen reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Fabulous workshop , fantastic location and such an awesome teacher . Could not recommend this workshop and Jo highly enough "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jane - your hare was fabulous - so glad you enjoyed the day. 😘 Jo x"

Kate Clark reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I absolutely loved making my hare and keep looking at him as I can’t believe I made him. A great course in a lovely environment and Jo and Andy made the day really fun and enjoyable. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"So glad you love your hare Kate! You really did make him 🤗 Jo xx"

Debbi Mason reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"The hare making course was great, I really enjoyed it. Jo and Andy worked really hard putting everything together for us, it was brilliantly well organised. The venue is delightful, and Jo was very encouraging. It was a fun day and I'm very proud of Horatio who will take centre stage in our back garden in due course, thank you very much Jo. Debbi X"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Debbi! Really glad you enjoyed the day and appreciated the work Andy and I put into it. We are very proud of this workshop and just love seeing the end results at each event. We hope Horatio enjoys his home in your garden! Jo x"

Sue Scott reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"In all honesty I was quite nervous about the hare sculpture day as I am not artistic at all but I shouldn't have worried! Had a fab day, Jo is so encouraging and gives very straightforward and sensible instructions and demonstrations to guide you - would thoughly recommend and you go home with a gorgeous hare - you honestly can't go wrong!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sue - I know you were a little hesitant initially, but you made a great hare! Well done on breaking into the craft world - where will you go now!!! Jo x"

Sharon Burne reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Fantastic day, was really welcomed and had great info all through the day to enable me to make a fabulous hare that I am very proud of. Very professional, very informative, very chilled and great fun as well as good value for money, definitely recommend "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Sharon. It's great to hear you found the day very chilled - there is a lot to get through, but I try to keep the day at a steady pace! Lovely hare made - I hope he will take pride of place in your garden. Jo x"

Judith (UK) reviewed: Duo human sculpture kit (1 x 30cm & 1 x 50cm)

"Fabulous kit , excellent instructions & delighted with the resulting figures. I feel inspired to do more. Thank you Jo. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review Judith. So glad you enjoyed the kit and love the resulting sculptures. Jo x"

Victoria Smith reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"The second time I have visited Jo’s hare sculpture workshop day, the first with a friend, the second with my mum, what a wonderful day with an incredible facilitator as Jo calls herself. Jo is so much more than that, a truly lovely, kind and inspiring lady who really cares everyone comes away with a sculpture that is the very best of their creative self. Jo and her husband give you a very warm welcome into their home and studio, along with their two very friendly dogs. It’s natural to have some reservations about the day, especially if you have never attempted any sculpture work or anything particularly creative in the past but these reservations quickly disappear with Jo’s friendly and fun tuition. I would highly recommend a day creating a hare sculpture with Jo in her peaceful and inspiring studio. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"What a heart warming review Victoria. It was great having you and your fun loving Mum in the studio yesterday - both of you making wonderful hare sculptures. Looking forward to seeing you back again, Jo x"

Christine reviewed: Bronze clay sculpture kit: sleeping cat

"This is an amazing kit to do! I was a bit worried that without having a tutor by my side I would be a bit lost with it, but all I can say is don't be afraid to have a go! Jo's video tutorial is brilliant, she gives you so much confidence and makes you feel at ease, it really is like she is standing next to you! I would advise anyone to have a go at this, I am a total beginner and found it such fun and very relaxing. Also super happy with my end result. "

Anna reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Jo's facilities, materials, guidance and encouragement made this Slate Mosaic Day a first rate experience. Everything was very well planned within the context of a relaxed social atmosphere. The day was absorbing and entertaining and resulted in some lovely pieces to take home. I couldn't fault the day and am returning in the summer for a two day sculpture course. Can't wait!"

SUSAN KNILL JONES reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"fabulous day at the slate mosaic workshop - thank you so much Jo. highly recommended for a day away from it all and you come home with a wonderful creation. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Susan - you both made lovely pieces and I'm glad you let me know they arrived home safely. Enjoy seeing them on your walls! Jo x"

Fiona Wharton reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Very enjoyable day with expert guidance from Jo. Thoroughly recommend"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Fiona - the slate work is very different and I'm glad you enjoyed the day. Jo x"

Chris Dougall reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Superb day workshop. Excellent tuition/advice from Jo, who was very encouraging and offered her skills/help when needed. Welcoming and comfortable studio with a fantastic choice of materials and tools. Certainly the best art activity I’ve done in a long time and extremely pleased with both of my slate creations. They look fab on the wall. Highly recommended. Many thanks to Jo."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Chris - your pieces looked fabulous. They will change their colours etc at different stages of the day, dependent on ambient light. Well done! Jo x"

Celia Perez Mourin reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I did this course, it was excellent, 5⭐️. Jo is a wonderful tutor, she skilfully explained her craft, provided a bounty of materials to work with, a great studio, and hospitality, and with patience and great feedback and suggestions was able to tutor-guide me to create two complimentary mosaics, Hare + Tortoise, completed The Race. My race to complete the two mosaics would not have got of the blocs without Jo, thank you ever so much. I will be coming back for more. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Celia. Your Hare & Tortoise inspired pieces were ready great. Excellent skill in bending that piece of copper strip as an outline of the hare! Looking forward to seeing you back here next May for the Hare Sculpture Workshop. Jo xx"