Meet Our Tutors
Get to know the talented makers and skilled tutors behind our workshops and courses!
Pyrography
and heritage craft
Vicky Ward
Victoria is a Pyrography artist specializing in creating beautiful designs on every day objects. She also teaches a wide range of Heritage Crafts, with diverse interests including love spoon carving, resincrete casting, slate and glass etching and willow weaving to name a few. She has a passion for learning new crafts and is constantly adding to her repertoire. She lives with her family in the wilds of north wales and enjoys mixing celtic style designs with inspiration from nature.
Folk Art
Jen Neil
Jennifer is a Fine Artist/ Illustrator whose work draws inspiration from the natural world. Working between realistic depictions of nature and Folk Art styles, Jennifer's paintings are always bold, colourful and full of joy. With a degree from the prestigious Edinburgh College of Art, her career spans the creative sector and demonstrates her passion for art in the community.
Indian Block Printing
Catherine Thompson
Sarah is a traditional weaver who works with natural fibres and heritage patterns, teaching hands-on techniques for all skill levels.
Needle Felting
Emma Owen
Mark is a stone carver focused on historic lettering and ornament, helping students explore traditional tools and methods.
Clay and ceramics
Leila Hodgson
Leila is a creative workshop provider and ceramic artist. Whilst home schooling her two young children during lockdown, she noticed the positive effect creativity had on them, which inspired her to return to university in 2020 to study for an Applied Arts degree and an MA in Professional Art Practice.
Over the past five years, Leila has delivered creative workshops for children, adults and families. She loves seeing the fantastic and unique artwork created during sessions, as well as watching participants relax and enjoy the experience. Leila also creates her own ceramic work, inspired by nature and insects.