Courses

Courses

Master Classes

Throughout the year I teach and host a variety of exciting and informative workshops, projects, and courses both in the physical classroom / studio and the virtual online platforms of Zoom (scroll down to view the online courses). Click here to view upcoming in-person workshops.

I have been a professional teacher in art and design since year 2000 to present day, gaining qualifications in Post Education with recognition as an advanced practitioner for the University Centre Somerset 2015-2017.

I design my lessons to be enjoyable, fun, socially interactive and very well organised with clear and patient guidance.

Testimonials

“My daughter and I were looking to get started with sewing and couldn’t find any courses that suited what we were looking for until we found Gary. From day one his enthusiasm to help tailor a bespoke course for us to achieve our own personal goals was fantastic, we’ve worked at our own pace in the comfort of his studio and within a year we can definitely say we’ve progressed from novice to confidently tackling bigger pattern projects. Very enjoyable and super pleased can highly recommend.”

A Ambler
Dulverton
2022

“Gary and Freckles (the dog) welcomed us into their home and put us all at ease. He made lovely homemade bread and cakes and a constant supply of tea and biscuits. Despite being a total novice, I learned basic sewing machine skills, how to do a French knot and came away with 2 lovely pieces that I am very proud of. I didn’t want to leave and am keen to learn more and can’t wait for my next road trip to Minehead. Thanks so much Gary!”

Victoria Coles
Pontypridd
2022

“Gary’s class was a great day to refresh some of our sewing and floristry skills that we haven’t used for quite a while. It was set in a relaxed environment in a beautiful studio and every element of the day had been catered for! Gary was a great teacher and didn’t make any of us feel silly despite the numerous questions we asked. We had an Easter theme which set a lovely focus to the day, and we all enjoyed the different elements involved. Friends and I travelled from Cardiff and hope to do it again in the future. We would all thoroughly recommend a masterclass!”

Katie Palmer
Wenvoe, Cardiff
2022

Many of these workshops are held at the Exmoor Inspired Studio, which is my own private studio, where I will teach small groups of 3-6 people at a time. Workshops start at 10am and finish around 4-5pm. With all the full day workshops, a home cooked lunch is provided, as well as plentiful supply of tea and coffee, homemade cakes, and biscuits.

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Workshops

You can book your own private small group for your choice of workshop. Group minimum is a party of three and includes lunch, beverages, biscuits & cakes.

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