Olivia Clifton-Bligh at Bull Mill Arts reviews

Dawn reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Very good. Adapted to all abilities. Enjoyable day with good Lino print to take home at the end"

Emma King reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I can’t sing the praises of this course highly enough! Olivia is a really skilled and knowledgeable teacher who built up our confidence and guided us towards achieving far more than I expected in one day. I loved the course and left looking forward to carrying on my new hobby at home. Thank you so much Olivia! "

Hester reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"An excellent day course with Olivia. She was friendly, encouraging and explained everything clearly and simply. We thoroughly enjoyed it, our lack of talent proving no barrier to our enjoyment of the day!Hester"

Anna reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"A really enjoyable and informative day. Olivia was a brilliant teacher and made lots of time for everyone. It says something about her teaching that all 8 of us managed to produce something that we could be pleased with! I have no hesitation in recommending Olivia wholeheartedly and also the Lino cut course"

Katherine reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I had a lovely day on this course and learned so much about the art of lino printing. I was an absolute beginner but felt very well supported by Olivia, with a mixture of really clear and well illustrated whole group teaching, and plenty of one to one time. Olivia was really positive, encouraging and supportive. Taking place during a cold snap, it wasn't the warmest in the studio, despite the log burning stove but the welcome was warm, there was ongoing hot drinks available, blankets too! All the materials and equipment were laid out on the tables ready to go, and plenty of cards and pictures to inspire ideas. I loved the peace of the day, everyone busy working, and it was nice to have music on sometimes too. No pressure to leave on the dot, Olivia was very relaxed about giving us time to finish. Would definitely do the course again."

Royston Hunt reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

" A very enjoyable and instructive workshop which has left me confident to continue lino cutting at home. Olivia is an inspiring teacher who Made it all so much fun to learn. Thank you so much."

Jane Elliman reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Thoroughly enjoyed my day with Olivia and fellow classmates. She assured me she would be able to get me through my mental block of thinking/planning it all in reverse and she certainly did. I came away feeling much more confident and will definitely be back for a 2 day session very soon. "

Ian Stanley reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Inspiring enthusiasm and a welcoming environment. Highly recommended. I am sure I will return to improve my skills. "

Jon Sellers reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Great day spent in a beautifully quiet studio with an engaging tutor. "

Imogen Racz reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I really enjoyed the day workshop, which was tailored well to different wishes and levels of ability. I wanted to learn how to do coloured linocut, and Olivia took me through the process with expertise and encouragement. The day was relaxed and supportive, while also being instructive and well structured. I will return."

Olivia Clifton-Bligh at Bull Mill Arts responded:

"Thank you Imogen - I'm so glad that you enjoyed the day and found the workshop useful. Your finished print turned out beautifully! I look forward to seeing you again, with best wishes Olivia"

Suzanne reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I really enjoyed my weekend trying out a new hobby under the expert guidance of Olivia. There was lots of encouragement and enthusiasm. The workshop was cosy and comfortable - the perfect place to get away for a break. "

Olivia Clifton-Bligh at Bull Mill Arts responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Suzanne! I’m so glad that you enjoyed the linocut workshop - and congratulations for making beautiful prints. I hope to see you again, Best wishes Olivia"

Heather McCombie reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"A thoroughly enjoyable day, structured so that even complete beginners like me would have the satisfaction of taking home a finished piece. Lovely studio complete with cosy woodburner. My main worry had been preparation of the image, but lots of time and individual attention was devoted to this so that the process became much less daunting. You don't have to be brilliant at drawing, and little slips or inaccuracies at the cutting stage don't usually matter, and can actually add to the charm of the finished image. It was thrilling to see the image in print for the first time! This could get addictive... I've already ordered a set of materials and will definitely be back once I've had some practice at home!"

Paul Nertney reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"This course was bought as a gift. I really enjoyed the day. A nice warm location on a cold spring day. Course content and information was well pitched and catered for the different experience levels of the group of 8 people. I would certainly recommend to others as i learned lots and left with more confidence and skills to use as i continue with this wonderful art technique"

David Eldridge reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"A well-spaced day of learning. I have lino printed before and yet I learnt much more on this course. Olivia is a great tutor, very encouraging and enthusiastic. I think it's suitable for all levels and would thoroughly recommend it."

Betty reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I had had a little experience of lino cutting when I went on a one day session with Olivia. She was the most enthusiastic and informative teacher, always positive and seemingly also having all the answers! I wanted to know how to successfully register two different colours and I was glad to have the experience of doing this while Olivia was always hovering in the background. Now I want to spend some time experimenting myself before I go back for another day with another set of questions. The other "students" on the course were really friendly and it was so interesting to see our different styles and approaches, and just great to spend a whole day doing something I really enjoy. Thank you Olivia."

Jenny Farrer reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"A very absorbing day with excellent mentoring by Olivia. Gave the grey cells a lot of exercise."

Julie Little reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I thoroughly enjoyed my lino printing day with Olivia. The day was beautifully crafted, with a detailed introduction to the processes. There was plenty of resource material available but some of us had brought along suitable images to use which were traced onto the lino. We were encouraged to practise with the tools before tacking our piece. Olivia was on hand to answer questions and give advice all through the day. There was a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with tea, coffee and refreshments readily available. After lunch we started the printing with different papers and colours to hand. We were all able to finish the day with a number of successful prints and a desire to carry on learning more about the skills involved. I would thoroughly recommend one or if possible two days to really immerse yourself into the course under the excellent tutelage of Olivia."

Alice Clough reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I had a wonderful time on the 2-day Lino printing workshop with Olivia. She was an excellent tutor, offering lots of information and advice, but also giving us enough space to learn and experiment. She encouraged me to really explore my abilities, and as a result I came away having made a whole set of prints using two different techniques that I was really pleased with. I was able to achieve far more than I imagined, and felt I had really challenged myself and learnt a lot. Olivia's workshop was suitable for complete beginners, as well as artists and printers who are interested in trying something different or experimenting under expert guidance. I would highly recommend this workshop."

Turid Monteith reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"I attended a one day workshop last weekend with Olivia. I really enjoyed my day and came away having learnt loads about lino printing, and with several copies of a print that makes me smile! Olivia was an engaging, fun, inspiring and very informative tutor, and I imagine attending the course would suit the novice (like me) or more experienced printer alike. I would love to attend another workshop, and would try and book onto the whole weekend next time, as although it was enough time to complete a print, it would have been a real luxury to have the time to develop what I had learnt on a second day. I happily recommend Olivia and her workshops. It was a real pleasure to attend."

Caroline reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"What a great workshop! Olivia was brilliant with her help and advice, the atmosphere was chilled and industrious. In six hours we all ended up with several printed copies of our days work which we were, at the very least, very pleased with. Makes you want to do it all over again!"

Amy Down reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Olivia is a cheerful teacher whose passion for her craft comes across when teaching the basics to complete beginners. I loved that she wasn’t too prescriptive nor restrictive in what she thought we could achieve. Her studio was well set up with a welcome log burner and plenty of refreshments. Although the day went too quickly she did not hurry us and allowed us to finish our pieces. I look forward to going again."

Pauline Ward reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Olivia gave us a very clear understanding of the process and was very helpful throughout the day. The workroom was organised with everything we needed including inspirational material and everyone had good results ..a happy atmosphere."

Paulette Strong reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"This was a brilliant course, my little knowledge of linocut did not hinder me in any way. Lots of information and personal guidance provided. Olivia is a very enthusiastic and supportive tutor; her energy for the subject is infectious. I would love to come back for the next stages when I have a little more practice. Thank you"

Caroline reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Loved it! So relaxing, informative and friendly. Olivia was enthusiastic, patient, calming and was very good at letting you make the decisions. She always had time for questions and you never felt under pressure. From complete beginner upward there's definitely something for everyone!"

Jo atkins reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"Olivia is a brilliant and inspirational tutor. I came to the lino printing course a complete beginner and was amazed at the results. Olivia is so enthusiastic and supportive and generous in sharing her skills. The whole group came away with amazing prints. It was a great day and would thoroughly recommend to anyone."