Jo Garden Art reviews

10 Oct 22'

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

"As a small office we don't tend to celebrate Christmas in a big way but have a summer outing instead. This time we were recommended to go to Jo's class and it was a fantastic day. Plenty of hiccups along the way but the 6 of us that eventually got there just loved it. Jo was a great tutor, there to help but not overwhelming. A bunch of noisy people were oh so silent and full on concentrating all day. Will go again."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you for booking the day for your office event Leann ?. We had to wait several months and had people dropping in/out for who could make it, but as you say we got there in the end! Great positive team feeling - but strangely, I only remember very (very) short moments of silence ??. So pleased everyone enjoyed themselves. Jo x"

10 Oct 22'

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

"Having attended a class on 7th October with 5 others as a team building exercise, I have nothing but praise for the incredibly talented tutor, Jo. We were all out of our comfort zone and quickly got into concentration mode as we were walked and talked through the process of assembling our HARES by the delightful Jo! What a fantastic day we had. The competitive streak came into action when it was decided that we would all put £5 on the table and vote at the end for the HARE that made us smile the most! The winner was a deserved Rachel. It was truly a fabulous way to spend a Friday and Jo was very hospitable, ensuring that we had regular refreshment breaks. Highly recommended! Thank you Jo and Andy for your hospitality. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jenny ? It was a great day. Rachel's moonstruck pose probably made us smile the most, but you all made wonderful hare sculptures. ?? Jo x"

8 Oct 22'

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

"Jo, What a brilliant day yesterday, thank you for sharing your expertise with us. I have made a great hare sculpture which I can’t wait to pose in the garden here. Thanks again "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Jane ? - a very enjoyable few hours with you and your colleagues! Fabulous hares created ? Jo x"

4 Oct 22'

Heather reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"We all had a fantastic weekend of creative escapism at Jo’s beautiful studio. Jo is the perfect tutor, she has endless enthusiasm and expertise and is a relaxed welcoming host. She was happy to accommodate our ideas and guide us through the magical processes from the initial armature to the final transformation to create a truly unique and personal piece of sculpture. So happy with the result! Couldn’t recommend more highly! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Heather ?. It was great fun developing your initial ideas of an abstract horse, and Andy was really pleased to be able to weld the head and neck arch alteration during the workshop. The final result was stunning and is now on the Craft Course picture gallery! Well done ? Jo x"

3 Oct 22'

Heidi reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"My second time at Jo's studio, this time the two day workshop and what a great time! Jo is a fantastic tutor, relaxed, helpful, knowledgeable and a great host. The studio is a little haven in beautiful surroundings with plenty of inspiration. The resulting garden sculpture is amazing, still can't quite believe I made it, and no two are the same so something very personal and original to take home. Five gold stars from me!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Heidi! What a wonderful weekend we all had - everyone made something very special, and the little door-mouse you created whilst waiting for the copper paint on your large hare to dry, was adorable ❤. Well done! Jo x"

1 Sep 22'

Ann reviewed: Bronze clay sculpture kit: sleeping cat

"My friend bought me a couple of Jo's clay kits for my birthday, and we had great fun making one of them together. We watched the video which was very relaxed and easy to follow, and had the instruction sheet to hand which was very useful. The kits really do have everything you need, and there was enough clay left over to make a couple of small things as well. We were both beginners, and though the animals were not necessarily recognisable as we went along, the finished articles look great!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Ann ?. I'm so glad you both enjoyed making the kits and thank you for sending me the photos - I cannot believe you made an extra cat - and a swan - out of the remaining clay ???. Brilliant ? Jo x"

1 Sep 22'

Jean Kiekopf reviewed: Duo human sculpture kit (1 x 30cm & 1 x 50cm)

"Absolutely loved the kit and the accompanying tutorial video. Quick to arrive and all instructions are clear. The personal touches from Jo also enhanced the experience. I had never worked with clay before and found all the advice invaluable. I feel so proud of what I've achieved. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for this lovely review Jean, and for sending me a photo of your wonderful characters! I'm delighted you enjoyed making them and have now experienced working with air drying clay - warning - it's addictive!!! Jo x"

26 Aug 22'

Rob reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Well who knew! Jo found in me creativity I had no idea existed. I came away from a wonderful 2 days with the amazing Jo relaxed, fulfilled and with an amazing piece of artwork THAT I MADE. I cannot recommend the experience highly enough. Thanks Jo and Andy!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank your Rob - the dark horse of the group really shone ?. Your tall crane sculpture was gorgeous and I hope has pride of place in the garden. Jo x"

25 Aug 22'

Keith reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"What a fantastic two days! The course far exceeded my expectations. Jo is a tremendous tutor - warm, welcoming, relaxed, encouraging, and really keen to ensure that you leave with a piece that will bring you pleasure for years to come. Her enthusiasm and zest for life, combined with a light, airy studio set-up, the beautiful location, and unending supply of refreshments, make for a great time. Without doubt the best craft course I have been on, and one if which I'm reminded every time I look out on to the garden and see a hare leaping out from under the apple tree. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Keith - what a blast we all had! Loved the deep rust coming through on your leaping hare. I hope Milo has not suffered after licking off the vinegar reagent ???. Jo x"

25 Aug 22'

Flora reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Utterly fantastic - and most of all FUN. Jo found in us all a creativity we did not know we had. She truly loves what she does and her enthusiasm is infectious. Thank you jo, for 2 days very well spent. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Flora ? - I loved every minute of the workshop! I hope the iron rust is developing on your large leaping hare. Jo x"

22 Aug 22'

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

"What a lovely day we had! Five friends meeting up for a day of being creative together. The setting of the studio is just perfect. From making an initial enquiry to the workshop day, all communication was clear and timely. Jo’s teaching style is friendly and relaxed, working at the pace of the group. She explained and demonstrated each stage of the process as we created our hares. I love my leaping hare!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Claire ? It's lovely to have a group of friends at a workshop - and you all made such gorgeous hares! I hope you went onto enjoy your evening together and had smooth journeys back to all the different parts of the UK you came from ?. Jo x"

19 Aug 22'

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

"What a fabulous day! I went with my sister and aunt for a family day out to make a moon gazing hare. I had very little expectation as I've never done anything like this before...but! I am unbelievably pleased with the result and more than a little proud of myself. However it has to be said the praise has to go to Jo. She is an excellent teacher full of hints and tips and gentle persuasion, whilst maintaining an atmosphere of fun, laughter and general entertainment. I would absolutely recommend this course and am sure your creation will take pride of place, book now."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Michelle ? What a lovely day yesterday, despite the sudden mains water outage! That's living in the country for you ?. Well done on your lovely hare finished in dark copper - I hope the blue patination is looking fab. Jo x"

14 Aug 22'

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

"did the one day Moongazing Hare Course and had such a good time, and was so pleased with what we achieved. Jo's studio is great, the stages you are taken through make the seemingly impossible possible, and Jo is a generous and friendly facilitator. This is one of the best value for money courses we have ever been on, and a really great day, highly recommended x"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Diane ?. Very high praise considering you and your family have attended so many workshops together. It was such fun having you and your daughters here for the day - all making medium sized hares and some of you experimenting with the new bronze metal finish with tiffany green patination. They looked stunning, particularly when we posed them out in the garden. Enjoy the kits you took home and please do not hesitate to make contact if you have any questions. Jo x"

13 Aug 22'

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

"I had a fantastic day with Jo at the one day workshop. It was very good value for money and Jo was a brilliant facilitator. Her studio was really well organised and equipped and she was so easy to get along with. Refreshments were provided frequently throughout the day and there was air conditioning in the studio. I can't think of a day I have enjoyed more and I had a recognisable hare to take home and be proud of. I will definitely be booking more workshop days with Jo and will enjoy using the couple of kits I have brought home with me."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you very much for this lovely review ??? I'm very much loving the air conditioning at the moment ??. Enjoy making the kits and please do not hesitate to make contact if you have any questions. Jo x"

10 Aug 22'

Patricia, Mary and Nina. reviewed: Large outdoor plaster hare sculpture kit

"My friends and I bought 3 different hare kits from Jo. They were fabulous. We had such fun creating them in my studio. The instructions and video were very clear and precise. So no mistakes. Hooray. Thank you so much Jo. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Patricia ? Spending artistic time with friends is wonderful - I'm delighted you enjoyed the kits and hope your new sculptures will take pride of place in either your homes or gardens. Jo x"

9 Aug 22'

Yolanda reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"I spent two days at Jo’s work shop making a Hare sculpture (first time doing a sculpture). As soon as I arrived was made to feel at home and take in the beautiful surroundings with a cup of tea! Jo was so patient and professional with humour and ease nothing was too much trouble or rushed, it was a delightful experience with lovely people I definitely want to book again! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thanks Yolanda ? This studio is so often filled with good vibes and laughter. So happy you enjoyed the time here and I hope your hare sculpture is happily residing in your garden ? Jo x"

7 Aug 22'

Tatiana Christides reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"We have just spent two wonderful days creating beautiful sculptures under the kind and inspired guidance of Jo. This was a Christmas present from family and we enjoyed every minute - stunning location, fun music while we worked (Jo just seemed to know our favourite era), interesting conversations and at the end two sculptures in the garden that are enjoyed by us and visitors. Happy memories for ever! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Tatiana ?. Really enjoyed having the family in the studio. Your leaping bengal cat and Scott's crane were fabulous. I expect the copper & bronze patination will continue to evolve. Thank you for sending the photos of them settled into the garden - I hope they bring enjoyment long into the future. Jo x"

2 Aug 22'

Jools Petrie-Symes reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Fabulous day ? loved everything about the course. Jo is such a good teacher and our group were lovely ?. Highly recommended."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jools - your large hare was fabulous and well done for completing within the day - yay! I agree - lovely group ?? Jo x"

1 Aug 22'

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

"I attended the one day hare workshop with my friend and we thoroughly enjoyed the day and the experience. We both came away with lovely moongazing hares much to our delight! Jo is a great instructor and ready to help when needed. The studio is light and airy and we enjoyed lunch in her lovely garden. We both thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend the course."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sharon. Lovely to see you and Rona after so Covid postponements ?. So glad it was worth the wait and you loved your splendid hares. Jo x"

27 Jul 22'

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

"I received this course from one of my daughters as a Christmas present and what a present it turned out to be. I spent a lovely day with five other lovely people making a model of a hare. I chose the running hare as that is how I normally see them but the choice is yours. Jo was the perfect instructor and host, tea an biscuits freely available during the day. We ate our lunch in her splendid garden which displayed many of her other works. All in all a very enjoyable day with something I am very proud of to take home. Highly recommend this course to anyone - but book quickly as she sells out very fast"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Allen - your running hare was fabulous ? It's always interesting to see the different shapes gradually develop over the day. Really pleased you enjoyed the day. Jo x"

26 Jul 22'

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

"Mum and I spent the most wonderful day with Jo yesterday sculpting our hares. The studio is well equipped and laid out and the size of the group (6) meant Jo had plenty of time to help and guide us all. It’s an incredible process from start to finish. Jo is a fabulous teacher and an amazing host and we can’t thank her enough for such an enjoyable day. ?"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"So happy to have you and Audrey here ?. You both made medium sized hares and they looked fabulous- thank you for sending the photos of them in the garden at your home. Looking forward to seeing you both back here again, Jo x"

26 Jul 22'

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

"Jo is a wonderful tutor, nothing is too much trouble and she finds time to help everyone where needed. I attended the One Day Hare Sculpture Course and chose to make the medium size Hare. Marvellous; I’m so pleased with what I achieved and was excited to find out how they are made. Although I’ve attended quite a few different courses I have never worked with plaster before and I must say found it challenging and delightful ! Thanks for a wonderful and tiring day ! Beautiful work area and surroundings. With best wishes ? Sally "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sally ? I've gradually developed the layered process of making the hares which gives different experiences at each stage. My favourite part is the plastering - the icing on the cake ?. Jo x"

26 Jul 22'

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

"My husband and I made moon gazing hares as a wedding anniversary present to each other. We thoroughly enjoyed the course and I have to say it’s the best craft course I have attended. It was lovely to learn something completely new and different. Jo is a lovely lady and made the course so enjoyable. She lets you create and offers help when required. I loved the fact that we placed a message in the hares heart. Wonderful course, beautiful setting and we are delighted with our hares. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Mel - what a great anniversary celebration idea ?. All sorts of items have been hidden in people's hares - it's a secret that hopefully would never been seen by anyone! So happy you enjoyed your time here. Jo x"

21 Jul 22'

Suzanne reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"A wonderful birthday present for me, a two day workshop with Jo, absolutely loved it. Pure refreshment for the soul. It’s such a relaxing environment, lovely garden studded with Jo’s sculptures for inspiration and a lovely light studio (blessed with air con for the record breaking heat). Jo and Andy are warm, friendly and welcoming. Our group created four amazing hares that reflected how well Jo not only demonstrates the techniques but coaches each person to create the individual character they want in their sculpture. I’d agree no previous skills necessary and it’s so creatively satisfying, you’ll be more than impressed with your sculpture. Thanks Jo and Andy (and the adorable Tula and Mia)"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Suzanne - I really enjoyed the workshop myself and could not believe how large the hares became! I also loved the different finishes everyone chose. The air con has been much appreciated over the last few weeks ?. Jo x"

21 Jul 22'

Claire Fuller reviewed: Large outdoor plaster hare sculpture kit

"Myself and 4 friends purchased the home kits from Jo as we live in France and really wanted to make the sculptures after seeing a friends giant hare she had made. We ordered the Wire small hare, clay hare and cat kits. One of us was in the Uk so able to drive them back to france for us. Utterly fantastic service from the first point of placing the order to finishing our sculptures and sharing our work with Jo. We were thrilled with how everything in the kit was organised and the video to guide us. I particularly loved moving the wire frame to create a unique hare (I thought I was going to have to create the whole wire frame so what a bonus it was complete!) and applying the plaster band aid. We were all overwhelmed with how they were when finished. My advice for anyone thinking they couldn’t do it is … GO FOR IT! We all had so much fun especially making them in 42c heatwave working in the shade in France and they all still turned out fabulous !! Excellent communication with Jo from the onset."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for this wonderful review Claire ? And for sending me photos of your finished fabulous sculptures. I got a huge buzz out of knowing you were making them in France and very happy all the kit components behaved themselves despite the heat! Jo x"