Sebastian Rasch reviews

25 Apr 17'

John Rutter reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I arrived at Sebastian's rustic workshop convinced that I had no artistic ability whatsoever and left two days later with my own little "masterpiece" and a wonderful sense of accomplishment. Sebastian is wonderfully relaxed and as a result the course is too - there is no pressure, no rushing, everyone progressing at their own pace under the watchful eye of Sebastian who is ever ready to offer assistance and advice. I left on the Sunday evening not only with my own personal sculpture but with some very happy memories too, not only of the work and techniques but of Sebastian and the others on my course - we arrived as strangers and left as friends. I would heartily recommend this to anyone looking for a new challenge to fill up a spare weekend."

25 Apr 17'

Kathryn Buxton reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A really great day in lovely surroundings. Amazed that I came away with something finished and half decent too! Sebastian is a lovely, gentle teacher who lets you get on and quietly gives suggestions on what to do. Just the creative buzz is been looking for."

25 Apr 17'

Andy Newton reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A truly excellent weekend. I was given this course as a 70th birthday present, as my wife was aware I had been interested in stone carving in the past. I would not have believed I could produce so much in just 2 days - and seriously good value for money"

25 Apr 17'

Kathryn Buxton reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I spent a wonderful two days in a beautiful spot carving out a tree of life from Cotswold stone. I was amazed at what I could produce in such a short space of time and it was just the creative experience I'd been craving. Sebastian is a kind and gentle teacher, encouraging us to have a go and offering suggestions on what to do next. Can't recommend it highly enough! Ps my friends loved what I'd carved and now they want a sculpture for their gardens too... so I'm taking it up as a hobby now !"

4 Apr 17'

Adam reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"An excellent weekend, Sebastian really has enthusiasm for the craft and eagerly helps you with the design of your sculpture. Couldn't be happier with the final result and the course in full. Highly recommended to anyone with an interest in sculpting."

29 Mar 17'

Huw Traylor reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian is a great teacher, allowing the students to develop their own project ideas and steering them towards a successful result with advice and encouragement. The course is in beautiful surroundings and was a total joy!"

28 Mar 17'

Ingvild reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"What a great way to spend a weekend! The location is lovely and the course is relaxing, fun and challenging all in one. Sebastian draws from his background in various creative/artistic endeavours (especially in wood; making cabinets and violins) in his approach to stone sculpting, which is very interesting and inspiring. His teaching method is less heavy on theory and more about experimenting and learning as you go along. He knows when to let you graft and get on with it, and when to step in and offer advice on tools and methods. The atmosphere is very relaxed and friendly, and after the first day you really look forward to the next one. At the end of the course, we all left with pieces we were chuffed with, smiles and good memories. The small size of the group (we were seven) is perfect, allowing enough room for the required one-to-one tutoring as well as some good banter. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to try out some new creative skills."

28 Mar 17'

Jane Roberts reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I really enjoyed this stone sculpting weekend. The setting is idyllic right between the canal and the river Severn with beautiful views on both sides. Seb holds it in his cosy eco workshop and summer houses that he self-built which adds to the charm and uniqueness of it, although we worked outside most of the time. And in the end, we each came away with an individually designed sculpture, thanks to Sebs tutoring skills and the great choice of shapes and sizes of stone he has in the workshop."

20 Mar 17'

Keira & Barbara reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I bought this as a christmas present for my mum as she had always wanted to try stone sculpting. Sebastian was a great tutor, he was extremely knowledgeable and is a very gifted artist. We were given a thorough introduction on the different tools and then allowed to practice before starting our own project. Sebastian was very patient and provided help/feedback where needed yet still allowed you to be in control of your creation. A friendly and relaxed work environment"

20 Mar 17'

Nikki reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I loved this course. Not only is it a wonderful feeling to create something , it is also an opportunity to totally switch off . Will definitely be coming back for more. Thank you."

19 Mar 17'

Diane Zeitzen reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Thoroughly recommend this stone carving weekend. It was great fun and amazing what we all managed to produce. Out of a workshop of 6 only 1 of us had done any stone carving previously and that was on an earlier course of Sebastian's."

23 Feb 17'

stuart Reekie reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I very much enjoyed the course. Sebastian was very helpful without being overbearing and we were straight into sculpting without the waffle. I was surprised at what I achieved in the two days. Best have an idea to work towards and even better a clay model of what you want to produce."

28 Jan 17'

Paul reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Great course. Great tutor. Perfect setting. 10/10"

20 Nov 16'

Ruth reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"We've just had a fantastic weekend creating our stone sculptures. It's unbelievable how, with the help of the wonderful Sebastian, you can actually achieve your goals. We were given just the right amount of guidance to really do everything we hoped for, and more. We would thoroughly recommend this course for anyone and the setting really can't be beaten."

14 Aug 16'

Gil reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"You'll never have this much fun and keep your cloths on"

29 Jul 16'

CAROL reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I had an excellent 2 days on Sebastian's Stonecarving 2 day course. He was very informative, and at the same time encouraged that we commenced right into the stonecarving. Some courses I have found give far too much theory and sitting around. Sebastian's course was spot on. Sebastian was very supportive, helping when we might need it and at the same time encouraging us to just carve away and make something. Sebastian suggested we think of something we wanted to make beforehand and to bring a picture along, which is a great idea. The classes are small groups, with great surroundings and ambiance provided to do the stone sculptures. I would highly recommend anyone to go."

28 Jul 16'

Fiona Vandenbergh-Harwood reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian is very knowledgeable about carving stone. The courses have a great relaxed atmosphere. I learned not to be scared of carving stone and the freedom to be creative."

26 Jul 16'

Susan reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I really enjoyed this informal and well taught weekend course, it was relaxed and I am so proud of my sculpture"