The Forgotten Bookshop Girl

Contact name: Nina Vangerow

31
Total bookings

Rating

(9)

almost 8 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Nina Vangerow, an artist living in rural Wales, leads diverse workshops exploring mixed media, book binding, journaling, ink drawings, and mono printing. With a welcoming approach tailored for beginners, Nina aims to democratize creativity and foster self-assurance in artistic expression. Recognizing the impact of art on mental wellness, she is also a certified coach, guiding individuals past creative barriers to lead fulfilling, imaginative lives.

Courses, kits & gifts

silver award

Online on-demand course

Fold out Pocket Book for Memory Keeping

30 minutes

16 items left

£12.00

silver award

Online on-demand course

Introduction to Mixed Media - Mixed Media Postcards

50 minutes

4 items left

£6.95

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

24 May 24'

Caroline reviewed: Traditional Japanese Bookbinding

"A fun workshop with lots of materials available to complete your projects. Nina is a patient and thoughtful tutor who obviously loves her craft. I really enjoyed and look forward to learning more. The venue is easy to access and parking was easy and close by. Lovely light airy room with comfy seating. "

30 Apr 24'

Jenny reviewed: Introduction to simple Ink Drawings

"Thank you Nina, I had a lovely relaxing morning learning and exploring a new art medium, You were helpful and encouraging sharing your knowledge of ink drawings and the effects of using ink on a range of papers. Your session was very interesting and sharing samples of your beautiful creative art work and projects was a pleasure to see. "

27 Apr 24'

Ann Dawkins reviewed: Introduction to simple Ink Drawings

"Had a very relaxed few hours learning how to use inks with gradual mixing with water to adjust the tint intensity. Using different papers, inks and using permanent ink pens to give accent and detail. I was a complete novice and found that even I could end up with something worthy of a frame. Lovely relaxed time with Niña encouraging us all to give it a go and learn to play again. Loved the paper journals using "scrap" materials which are somehow less intimidating than pristine blank white sheets. Give it a go you will enjoy! "

25 Apr 24'

Mina Katouzian reviewed: Introduction to simple Ink Drawings

"I attended the pen and ink workshop run by Nina. It was a lovely morning. Nina is always so well prepared and engaging. (I have done one of her other workshops in the past). It was a lovely venue, and Nina took us through the various stages step by step so we gained confidence by building up our skills gradually . It was a very peaceful and relaxing session. I am not particularly good at drawing or 'art' but Nina always makes learning so accessible by her well prepared classes and her positive and calm style. I definitely intend to attend other workshops by Nina in the future. "