Sculpture Workshops Oxford reviews

17 Jan 17'

Sandra Hopes reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"I have really enjoyed your Sculpture Workshops, I have learnt such a lot. I know I have mainly made heads, but the wealth of knowledge you have is tremendous. You have put me right many times. It all goes in though and I remember it all. The time goes really fast when we are in sessions. I look forward to making many more heads all a bit better than the last one, I look forward to the next term."

17 Jan 17'

Marie Gruenewald reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"Thank you for your inspirational, excellent tuitition, Beatrice! My daughters (13 and 10) love your Sunday morning workshops! The created sculptures are amazing! Highly recommended! Best, Marie"

17 Jan 17'

Jennie Hopkins reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"My son (13yrs) and I attended a couple of sculpture workshops last summer, and we both had a lovely time. Beatrice is brilliant at encouraging children of all ages, to really consider what they are doing, and getting the best out of them. I would recommend the workshops to anyone, they are such fun, and such an enjoyable experience."

17 Jan 17'

Sophie Bell reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"Beatrice has taught my daughter Emily , and has also taught many of her friends. I can speak for them all in saying that they love doing sculpture with Beatrice, and are incredibly proud of what they produce.Although the sessions are 3 hours in length I am always amazed by how enrapt they are in what they are doing when I arrive to collect them, I have been very impressed by Emily’s progressing she’s started, I know from Emily that Beatrice is very good at teaching them the basic skills at the outset, and at encouraging them to develop their own ideas, and to have the confidence with their imagination and ways of expressing themselves. She is a very kind and patient teacher who is passionate about what she dosed I would not hesitate to recommend her."

17 Jan 17'

Rosemary Johson reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"Olly (18) and I SO enjoyed our morning with you yesterday and wanted to thank you very much! It was a wonderfully relaxed, happy environment with just the right amount of help and supervision. Bringing your gifts and knowledge of sculpting and teaching together meant that we benefitted greatly!"

17 Jan 17'

Sarah Guthrie reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"At our Home Ed group in Suffolk we organised all sorts of workshops, one of which was sculpture.Beatrice led a relaxing and enabling workshop with a group of about 20 children which managed to span all ages and abilities. She had the knack of giving non-intrusive pointers, suggestions, advice – a little tweak here and there which made the child feel as though they had come to this by themselves, An important aspect of her workshops is that she provides inspiration, a range of sources and illustrations, and without laying down a programme leaves the child to ponder and experiment with background support. However, she is also realistic and will explain what is involved in aspiring to an ambitious idea! Not afraid to point out what is going wrong and how to correct it. We all had an inspiring time and I still have a beautiful little camel made by one of the youngsters (who has gone onto be an artist – not that it is about end goals). She’s a natural teacher, patient and with a sense of humour. And – important, such a good sculptor. I envy you! wish she was still in our area,”"

17 Jan 17'

Michelle Koster reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"Beatrice has been inspiring and teaching my son Tom for at least seven years. Free from the restrictions of the national curriculum, she has gently guided him through early steps, a very creative and abstract period, and on to some extremely accomplished pieces of sculpture. They adorn all the surfaces of my house, and are a real solid example of his developing mind and skill. He is now using what he learns with Beatrice for his GCSE work in school, and we hope that he will continue to be influenced by her as he moves on to A level. Several lucky family members and friends treasure pieces that he has made under Beatrice’s professional expertise and guidance. He has always really enjoyed his sculpture sessions, and continues to turn his vast imagination to what he will do with the next lump of clay. With her extensive knowledge, Beatrice has always managed to provide the practical information he needs to turn his ideas into art works. She is a wonderful teacher and mentor for him.”"

17 Jan 17'

Claire P reviewed: Weekend ceramic sculpture workshop (one day)

"Our family (2 adults + children aged 9 and 11) attended 2 days of summer workshops and had the best time. Beatrice is an encouraging and patient teacher and we all learned a lot and created things we didn’t think we were capable of. And yes it was great fun for all ages! highly recommended"

17 Jan 17'

Joanne France reviewed: Weekend ceramic sculpture workshop (one day)

"My friend and I had a really enjoyable day. The group was small, about six of us ranging in age from about 14 to seventies, making for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We were all completely absorbed in our projects, with Beatrice on hand providing support, timely insights and technical advice whenever needed, all in the beautiful environment of her sculpture-filled garden. The time flew and I came away feeling completely inspired. A truly satisfying experience, which I would highly recommend. Thank you Beatrice, it was wonderful!"

17 Jan 17'

Melissa Moody reviewed: Weekend ceramic sculpture workshop (one day)

"These classes are brilliant , Beartrice is an excellent tutor , good fun, good learning and very good value for money ! I'm well and truly hooked , had never done sculpturing before until about 6 months ago"

17 Jan 17'

Lisa Yeung reviewed: Weekend ceramic sculpture workshop (one day)

"We enjoyed a birthday sculpture workshop with another family to celebrate my son's 10th birthday. We were a cosy group of five people -2 adults and 3 kids - and it was the perfect size. A fantastic way to engage kids in purposeful activity under the encouragement and tuition of a skilled sculptor that is Beatrice Hoffman. Highly recommended to kids and adults who are interested in experiencing the joy of creating clay objects with their hands."

17 Jan 17'

Ruth Marciniak reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"My 11 year old son and I did a two day workshop with Beatrice. She is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable, inspiring, encouraging and patient. She is also very intuitive in knowing how to provide the right support to get the best from an individual. The workshop is a lovely space to work in."

17 Jan 17'

Lisa Young reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"We enjoyed a birthday sculpture workshop with another family to celebrate my son’s 10th birthday. We were a cosy group of five people -2 adults and 3 kids – and it was the perfect size. A fantastic way to engage kids in purposeful activity under the encouragement and tuition of a skilled sculptor that is Beatrice Hoffman. Highly recommended to kids and adults who are interested in experiencing the joy of creating clay objects with their hands."

17 Jan 17'

Caroline Richens reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"What a fantastic activity for children and adults alike. My daughter has loved the pottery mornings and wants to do more. Beatrice is always encouraging to pupils in their ideas while offering excellent advice on how to achieve success in sculpting."

17 Jan 17'

Rosmary Johnson reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

17 Jan 17'

Joanne France reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

17 Jan 17'

Melissa Moody reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"These classes are brilliant , Beartrice is an excellent tutor , good fun, good learning and very good value for money ! I’m well and truly hooked , had never done sculpturing before until about 6 months ago !"

16 Jan 17'

Claire Pearce reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"My two daughters, aged 8 and 12 both thoroughly enjoyed the sculpture workshop over the school holiday. They wanted to go each morning and were both very pleased and proud of what they made under Beatrice's expert guidance."

16 Jan 17'

Caroline Richens reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

16 Jan 17'

Sian Liwiki reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"My 12 year old daughter has very much enjoyed this workshop and learnt a lot. Beatrice is very knowledgeable and relates well to children. She is patient but doesn't talk down to children and encourages them to reach their full potential. Would recommend any budding sculptors to try this workshop out!"

16 Jan 17'

Lisa Yeung reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

16 Jan 17'

Ruth Marciniak reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

16 Jan 17'

Claire reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"Our family (2 adults + children aged 9 and 11) attended 2 days of summer workshops and had the best time. Beatrice is an encouraging and patient teacher and we all learned a lot and created things we didn't think we were capable of. And yes it was great fun for all ages! highly recommendedClaire"

16 Jan 17'

Claire reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"Our family (2 adults + children aged 9 and 11) attended 2 days of summer workshops and had the best time. Beatrice is an encouraging and patient teacher and we all learned a lot and created things we didn't think we were capable of. And yes it was great fun for all ages! highly recommended"

16 Jan 17'

Yasuko Moran reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"Beatrice is very good at teaching the details about sculpture. Beatrice offered advice on how to scrape and observe from different angles etc..and also introduced the different type of tools and how to use them. Beatrice can identify what students want to know and do. We all enjoyed the sculpture lesson and had a wonderful experience!"