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Epoxy Resin Flower Masterclass
4.9(649 reviews)
Join us in our studio to learn about the joys of botanical resin. Woolwich
In-person
£95 pp
2hrs 30min
Beginner
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4.9(649 reviews)
Helen Eames - 1 September 2024
Had a lovely morning playing with resin in the beautiful river shop studio. It was a great introduction to using resin and I'd love to come back for me workshops in the future
Helen Eames - 24 August 2024
I really enjoyed this workshop on a rainy bank holiday Saturday morning. Richard is happy to answer all and every question you might have. A great selection of flowers were available to choose from and it was fun to create beautiful coasters. Can't wait until they're dried and out of the moulds
Samera - 18 August 2024
Amazing class. Took it with my best friend and daughter, we all enjoyed it and loved our final work. It’s a class that I would prefer it started just an hour later…
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Woolwich
TB-05 Thames Side Studios
Unit 8, Harrington Way
SE18 5NR
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Reviews
Helen Eames - 1 September 2024
Had a lovely morning playing with resin in the beautiful river shop studio. It was a great introduction to using resin and I'd love to come back for me workshops in the future
Helen Eames - 24 August 2024
I really enjoyed this workshop on a rainy bank holiday Saturday morning. Richard is happy to answer all and every question you might have. A great selection of flowers were available to choose from and it was fun to create beautiful coasters. Can't wait until they're dried and out of the moulds
Samera - 18 August 2024
Amazing class. Took it with my best friend and daughter, we all enjoyed it and loved our final work. It’s a class that I would prefer it started just an hour later…
Anna - 24 July 2024
Great experience making something useful and stunning with your own hands, even if you've never tried before.
Zoë - 22 July 2024
I had a wonderful time learning how to dry flowers and the basics of epoxy. Richard was very warm and enthusiastic, and everything was very clear and organized. The selection of dried flowers allowed for a fun and creative experience!
Fiona - 14 July 2024
This was my second workshop with The Rivershop - I previously did the Beginner’s Breadboard and this time I did the introduction to Epoxy Resin. I thoroughly enjoyed the class - Richard is extremely knowledgeable and generously shares tips and tricks he has learned through experience. I upgraded to the charcuterie board and I’m excited to come back for part two when I will finish off that, and the coasters I began in part one.
Anna - 14 July 2024
Fun class - great to learn new skills and be creative!
Anna - 13 July 2024
It was a wonderful experience of trying something new, and the teaching was helpful and explained steps clearly.
Anna - 13 July 2024
It was a wonderful experience of trying something new, and the teaching was helpful and explained steps clearly.
Dave - 7 July 2024
Great class taught by Richard. Took us through everything we needed to know to use epoxy. I'll be back for more tuition after I have tried it at home too.
Dave - 7 July 2024
Great class taught by Richard. Took us through everything we needed to know to use epoxy. I'll be back for more tuition after I have tried it at home too.
Reg - 6 July 2024
Informative and fun lesson. Thanks very much. 🤓
Lillian - 13 June 2024
Great class which was fun to attend. Richard made it a truly enjoyable class. I am looking forward to part two.
Sarah - 13 June 2024
I had been interested in working with epoxy resin for some time and this course was a great introduction. Richard was brilliant at taking us through every stage of the process. Everything was well-thought out - all the materials were provided to each individual, and thorough explanations were given regarding the process and common things to be aware of. I thought the group size was about right (in this case 6 people attended), given the size of the space. A very relaxed and friendly workshop. I've already recommended it to friends and would definitely consider attending another one.
Karen - 9 June 2024
It was a lovely workshop space. With a great selection of dried leaves and flowers to choose from, when making our coasters. We also had the opportunity to press some leaves and flowers, beforehand. Richard our tutor, was pleasant and knowledgeable. I feel like I have found something I would like to explore, and I will definitely go back at some point to do more. It was very relaxing and enjoyed this opportunity to be creative. I can't wait to receive my coasters : )
Liam - 8 June 2024
Really good course. Instructor was really knowledgeable and very forthcoming with advice. Would highly recommend!
Looking forward to the second section.
Peter - 3 June 2024
A well presented workshop, very informative. Great to meet people with similar interest in this excellent workshop environment.
Rima - 3 June 2024
It was an excellent session. Wonderful instructor who explained everything very clearly. Looking forward to coming back for more
Mohan - 2 June 2024
nice course, good teacher. Had fun.
Costina - 22 May 2024
I learned quite a lot, the fact that flowers require a certain preparation, the resin used must be chosen according to the thickness of the object we are making and that we need a lot of imagination. The location was wonderful, the workshop was supported by Richard and he was very open to all the questions that I had. Thank you for this experience
Costina - 22 May 2024
I learned quite a lot, the fact that flowers require a certain preparation, the resin used must be chosen according to the thickness of the object we are making and that we need a lot of imagination. The location was wonderful, the workshop was supported by Richard and he was very open to all the questions that I had. Thank you for this experience
S - 22 May 2024
I loved getting exposure to epoxy and learning more about the flower drying process – and doing it the right way! Though watching YouTube videos is helpful, what I enjoyed most about The River Shop class was being hands-on and gaining the practical skills while gaining extra tips and tricks from our very knowledgable teacher. Thank you again!
Yasmin - 19 May 2024
Great experience. Did the epoxy resin with flower workshop and it was so much fun as well as being informative for any budding artists that want to explore resin. Options to do further items afterwards and lots of flower/leaf options too. Richard was very helpful and the group was a good size. Would definitely recommend and come again.
Bridget - 14 May 2024
Great class. Really enjoyed learning how to work with epoxy resin and can’t wait to receive my finished product! Highly recommend.
Catherine de Lima - 13 May 2024
All good! Good teacher, very quality materials and it's interesting and beautiful craft to learn.
Margo - 12 May 2024
Excellent workshop in a great environment, had so much fun!
Louise Chisholm - 12 May 2024
I had a great time time learning about and trying resin pouring. I'm looking forward to the next one :)
Julia - 6 May 2024
We attended a Saturday class and really enjoyed the experience. It provided a good introduction to Epoxy Resin pouring. The tuition was easy to follow and understand.. The only build is we would have liked to have learned more about how the colours work before making our pours.
Andy - 6 May 2024
The course was well presented, Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the session. The facilities/workshop was well laid out with all required materials being available. The class size was just right and the instruction was well paced. I came away having gained hands on experience and confident that I can move forward to start my own projects.
Thanks for a great day.
Sarah - 5 May 2024
Really enjoyed the Beginners Epoxy Resin workshop and I will be returning for the second part. Richard is a great instructor. The workshop was informative and well-organised. Definitely a good introduction to epoxy resin and I feel confident that I can now try more of this at home.
Leanne - 22 April 2024
Came away with a lot of knowledge for basic resin pouring.
Very friendly and informative teacher.
Leanne - 22 April 2024
Came away with a lot of knowledge for basic resin pouring.
Very friendly and informative teacher.
Leanne - 22 April 2024
Came away with a lot of knowledge for basic resin pouring.
Very friendly and informative teacher.
Maria - 18 April 2024
Really enjoyed the class! Great way to spend an afternoon, would definitely recommend!
Maria - 13 April 2024
Myself and daughters (adult) had an absolutely brilliant time today making flower coasters , Richard our teacher was really knowledgeable , helpful , kind and so much patience with us . I would highly recommend doing this class , it’s a great introduction and we will be back for more classes.
Chloe - 7 April 2024
Really enjoyed the course. Great location, easy to find, spacious workshop and very clear instructions from Dan. The only thing I would have liked more of would be on techniques for the colouring of the resin.
Wayne Parsons - 7 April 2024
I did three course in one day and I have to that Dan was as helpful and friendly on the last course as he was on the first course. Really well delivered and at the end of the day I felt confident to to try for myself. Well worth it.
- 7 April 2024
Great course! Very instructive and fun. Great instructor, lots of detailed tips and tricks.
Patrick Tshibangu - 11 March 2024
I think it’s a really good intro to Resin craft and could suit any beginners.
Chloe West - 9 March 2024
Great way to learn the techniques and tricks. Excellent trainers, learn by just doing with instruction along the way. Great fun too, so inspirational, want to do more!
Alina - 8 March 2024
This class was my birthday present and this is something I wanted to try for a really long time.
The teacher was great!
I'm unable to give a full 5-star rating because we didn't get enough wooden pieces for our resin work, even though there was plenty of resin left.
We had limited practice time, and if you wanted to do more, you had to pay quite a bit extra for more wood, around £50-60.
Saya Ide - 5 March 2024
Enjoyed the workshop very much. Richard is knowledgeable and the session was very informative. It was first time for us to try Epoxy resin but made us want to try more workshops in the future - highly recommended!
Ionut (Jon) Onea - 3 March 2024
Very proffesional, clear explanatiins, I highly recomand.
Alex Rosen - 11 February 2024
They said they will mail me my piece after it dries, if I leave a review (but the review doesn't have to be positive). So here it is! The instructor was good and funny. The class was well-organized. I don't know how it turned out yet though because I haven't received it yet :)
What the listing didn't mention is that this is the "Part 1" class. There's also a "Part 2" class where you sand and finish the piece to make it look nicer. I would have appreciated knowing that up front.
Overall, I enjoyed it.
George Morris - 11 February 2024
Great knowledgeable and passionate teacher and really fun experience. Will be back for another class!
Robin - 7 February 2024
Great course. Great instructor. Clear and informative instructions but a handout would have been helpful.
Sam - 7 February 2024
An excellent intro to epoxy resin course, incredibly well prepared, paced and presented, with lots of time to ask individualized questions.
Steven Fiore - 6 February 2024
Great fun course. Learnt a bit and got to make a nice little board.
Miriam Fiore - 6 February 2024
We had great fun and learnt a lot. Only wish we could do the 2 stages closer together or have the team finish off hte thing we make before they ship to us.
Raul - 5 February 2024
Very pleasant to be part of the course. Very well explained and very friendly. Never be bored to take part of o e of the course. Well done
Raul Irimia - 5 February 2024
One of the courses which I will go again and again and never bored to be there. Very friendly and well explained courses. As a suggestion I would say to give a paper with basic informations or give a bit of time to the person to take some note. Anyway I very appreciate that you guys after the course answer our questions or keep in touch with us for anything.
jim callender - 4 February 2024
A great into to the world of resin art. Carefully explained and a fun experience
Iain Webb - 4 February 2024
Great beginner course, thank you very much
Geraldine - 4 February 2024
I bought my husband, Rashed, an Epoxy Resin for Beginners workshop as a Christmas present. He attended on 3rd Feb and found the session really informative and engaging. He said the teacher, Richard, was very knowledgable and patient, and he found the whole experience very encouraging. He is keen to refund to another workshop at River Shop in the future. Thank you so much!
Rashed - 4 February 2024
A great and thorough introduction. Methodical, imaginative and enjoyable, Richard's precise approach makes the whole process enormous fun.
Natasha Kenyon - 14 January 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed the class and making my own coaster! Looking forward to receiving the finished result
Jasvindar Brar - 14 January 2024
It's a really enjoyable workshop. I've learned skills that I can go away with and practise and will definitely return to learn more. Its a lovely way to spend time, meeting new people and learning a craft in a relaxed and friendly environment. I highly recommend it.
Margie - 9 January 2024
I learnt a lot about how to prep for epoxy work and the teacher was very helpful with explaining the process and any questions that i had.
Zsolt - 9 January 2024
Amazing experience!
Zsolt - 9 January 2024
I have learned how to create a small epoxy resin river board, it was an amazing experience, I ca only recommend it. So much fun!
Pras - 8 January 2024
Just did the beginners resin workshop and it was really useful. Learnt stuff not found on the Internet! Richard was great. Recommend this to anyone looking at doing resin projects.
Pras - 8 January 2024
Just did the beginners resin workshop and it was really useful. Learnt stuff not found on the Internet! Richard was great. Recommend this to anyone looking at doing resin projects.
Paul Gooch - 8 January 2024
The teacher, Richard, was great - really informative, personable and engaging. I was a complete beginner to anything like this and learnt loads thanks to him!
The venue was very cool and all materials were provided. It was a little cold so I recommend taking layers if doing the workshop in winter.
Something to note is that you don't really have a finished product after this workshop - you need to do part 2 to finish the item (I wasn't aware of this when booking). With this in ind it feels a little over priced. But all in all a great workshop and very informative.
Lucy - 8 January 2024
Really fun afternoon. Very informative session and really happy with my coasters!
Would definitely recommend.
Paul Williamson - 7 January 2024
Had a great time at the beginners epoxy resin class - Richard was a great teacher and we'll be back for the next one!
Natty & Alexandra - 15 December 2023
A very enjoyable and informal 2 hours, we bought our own pressed flowers from my daughter’s bouquet to make coasters as a memento, other pretty pressed flowers were provided. Can’t wait to receive our finished coasters.
Natty & Alexandra - 15 December 2023
A very enjoyable and informal 2 hours, we bought our own pressed flowers from my daughter’s bouquet to make coasters as a memento, other pretty pressed flowers were provided. Can’t wait to receive our finished coasters.
Johann Grobler - 4 December 2023
It was more than I expected, I'm going to book the next class ASAP! Can't wait!
Oskars - 2 December 2023
Had a such a great time!
You guys are great keep up the great work you guys are doing!
Definitely coming back again!
Thank you,from Latvian dude!:)
Lucy Hill - 21 November 2023
I really enjoyed the workshop and the coasters look amazing. Thank you so much River Shop!
Alice - 15 November 2023
Great class, very interactive and the teacher is knowledgable. Wide range of flower choices and materials so there is lots of room to be creative.
Alice - 15 November 2023
Great class, very interactive and the teacher is knowledgable. Wide range of flower choices and materials so there is lots of room to be creative.
Rakshanda Jabeen - 12 November 2023
It was fantastic and interesting class. Very enjoyable. Especially I loved the use of dry flowers n loads of options were there to choose from. Teacher was friendly, helpful and informative. Also parking available on site. Highly recommended.
Emma - 12 November 2023
A really enjoyable class with lots of practical information and tips to enable you to start making your own items at home.
Kizzie Proctor - 10 November 2023
Brilliant introduction to resin use. Great teacher very knowledgeable and able answer all questions about the subject and more. Excellent equipment and facilities. Looing forward to doing the second part . Thanks lads
Johnnie - 8 November 2023
I enjoyed working on the 2 small river pieces. I will be back for a second class!
Joshua Hibberd - 6 November 2023
Amazing! I had a brilliant time and right from booking to the end result was a perfect experience. I can't wait to do another course!
Chris - 6 November 2023
A great course. The staff were very knowledgeable and no question was left unanswered. I came away with several tips which will make my future projects more succesful.
Jane Holt - 5 November 2023
Really enjoyed this course, instructor was approachable and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend
Richard Hamson - 5 November 2023
Loved this, if you’re thinking about this class you should certainly go for it
Dean Colebourne - 5 November 2023
Amazing class, very informative and great teachers, had a lot of fun and I highly recommend
Jim Saunders - 5 November 2023
Richard was a great tutor! I learnt a lot in a few hours, definitely worth the money!
Rhoda - 5 November 2023
The course was brilliantly run, the tutor was extremely knowledgeable and pitched the level of detail just right for those in the class, whether they were carpenters wanting to expand their skillset or middle aged ladies wanting to learn a new craft. And it was fun. Great class
Joshua - 4 November 2023
Amazing from start to finish! I had to reschedule and they were super accommodating and today I went to the beginners resin course part one and learned loads. Can't wait to do another!
Richard - 4 November 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed this class, I have been interested in using resin and this gave me all the information I need to start making my own projects
Dean - 4 November 2023
Very thorough and informative class, I would highly recommend this as I learned a lot.
Cindy - 4 November 2023
River shop said they would post coasters free of charge if a review was left. I did not want to leave a review and said I would pay for postage. River shop ghosted me and I did not receive the coasters. Blackmail for reviews is unethical
Rachael - 27 October 2023
Lovely class, knowledgeable and helpful teacher. A great way to spend the morning!
Natasha - 26 October 2023
An extremely informative class. I really enjoyed the extra opportunity to pick our own flowers and learn how to press them. The teacher was kind and helpful, he gave us lots of useful tips for future resin making. The work place was also lovely for the class :)
Natasha - 26 October 2023
An extremely informative class. I really enjoyed the extra opportunity to pick our own flowers and learn how to press them. The teacher was kind and helpful, he gave us lots of useful tips for future resin making. The work place was also lovely for the class :)
Deepti - 21 October 2023
I am very happy that I attended resin art for beginners class.
I liked the way our teacher taught us with patience and was happy to clear our doubts.
Looking forward to learn more from them.
Sara - 19 October 2023
Great couple of hours. Informative, fun and friendly.
You actually make your own Epoxy Resin Coasters.
Amy - 18 October 2023
Really nice course. Learnt about flower pressing which I hope to give a go, and about resin. I can't wait to see the coasters I made and I hope return to do another session. The instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful too.
Izzy - 18 October 2023
Such a cool experience thankyou so much!
Mark - 17 October 2023
A great introduction to resin art. We found Richard very knowledgeable and informative. A well run and enjoyable course.
Linda Kehaya - 10 October 2023
Brilliant afternoon! Richard was a great teacher and talked us through each step. The class was well prepared and taken at a steady, un-rushed pace. I have definitely got the bug for resin craft now and will be booking p2 of the course to learn how to finish the piece off. Great fun!
daff kjellstrom - 9 October 2023
Was great, lovely teacher. It was quite a lot of "deadtime" that could have been more efficient so we would have had time to learn or test more things.
Libby Marchant - 9 October 2023
Good beginner course to learn about river pours using raw edge wood and resin. Lots of choice of colours for the resin section. It's a shame you have to come back to finish the product (we live miles away). Maybe provide some basic instructions for finishing for those who can not come back easily?
Robert Taylor - 9 October 2023
The team at the River Shop were excellent, the lesson was clear, and the epoxy river we made looked fantastic. I am about to book more lessons there.
Bea - 21 September 2023
Really enjoyed this class! The teacher was happy to answer all questions and provided a lot of information, the studio was very well organized and clean. There were a lot of flowers to choose from and different coasters mold. Overall a very fun experience for all experience levels
Marie - 20 September 2023
I loved the class! It was a small class with only 3 of us there but that meant that it was extra informative with great chat and explanations. Would highly recommend and would love to come back to do another class soon.
Fern - 16 September 2023
Great class, really pleased with how the resin coasters turned out! Class was a good length and clear explanations for newbies like me
Anita and John - 12 September 2023
Richard gave us a warm welcome. We were on the beginners course. Richard taught us how to create a mould, calculate and mix the resin, and gave lots of tips for taking this hobby further. He was a great teacher, asking, encouraging and answering questions throughout the session. Richard is an expert in resin and we would recommend this course to anyone. All materials and equipment were provided and we had lots of fun being creative and getting messy.
Balazs Gonda - 10 September 2023
Was great and useful, thank you
joe brash - 10 September 2023
I've played with resin for 4 years but so useful to get a few tips and new ideas. excellent. thanks.
Rajinder - 26 August 2023
Excellent course well structured, very enjoyable, inclusive, fun and relaxed enviroment. Richard is a great teacher, all our trays were ready with the required tools, he broke down the steps in a bite size manner making sure each one of us understand and followed along. He has a lovely relaxed teaching style making the course fun and relaxed.
Eva - 18 August 2023
The workshop was fun teacher was very friendly and informative.
Jolanta - 16 August 2023
I was a complete novice to Epoxy Resin workshop. The class was very informative , Richard was friendly and encouraging to ask questions and explore our options. It inspired me to look how I could apply what I learned into practice. I left buzzing with ideas of upcycling some items at home and creating new pieces. I definitely will be booking Part2 of the workshop not to mention other classes
Joe - 13 August 2023
Richard was a great instructor during the beginner’s epoxy resin course. The venue exceeded our expectations - well organised with all materials provided. Very enjoyable course with a small and friendly class. I will go again to other classes.
Joe - 13 August 2023
Richard was a great instructor during the beginner’s epoxy resin course. The venue exceeded our expectations - well organised with all materials provided. Very enjoyable course with a small and friendly class. I will go again to other classes.
Toby - 12 August 2023
Great course, both Richard and Dan have a great teaching style.
Took a lot of information away whilst also having fun.
Would recommend
Toby - 12 August 2023
Great course, both Richard and Dan have a great teaching style.
Took a lot of information away whilst also having fun.
Would recommend
Russell - 12 August 2023
Awesome course, very informative and clear instructions. Friendly inclusive environment and you get to see the results of your efforts on the course.
Russell - 12 August 2023
Awesome course, very informative and clear instructions. Friendly inclusive environment and you get to see the results of your efforts on the course.
Danielle Kaur-Gandhu - 6 August 2023
Really great class for beginners who are new to using resin. Our teacher Richard was very informative and knowledgeable. Would recommend if you are curious in the art of using resin or looking to do something different for the day.
Lazarus Cardoza - 6 August 2023
The second course I've attended. Excellent teaching delivery (fundamental); great course format ; really good interaction amongst other students. Richard is a great ambassador of good teaching - connects with his class members ; listens to their needs while focusing on the course and students objective.
We need teachers like Richard & Dan. Good job guys.
Keep up this business for the greater good of our community.
I'm really proud of you guys.
Lazarus
Zainab - 5 August 2023
Such a fun and relaxed clad. The teacher explained everything so well and was very patient. Would definitely recommend :)
Zainab - 5 August 2023
Such a fun and relaxed clad. The teacher explained everything so well and was very patient. Would definitely recommend :)
Caroline - 5 August 2023
I took the beginners resin class today, with my granddaughter. The venue was well set up for us. We were talked through everything and were given a lot of useful information. We had great fun in the class and everyone was so nice. The instructor was very knowledgeable and was kind enough to answer all our questions. I would certainly take another class, when I am back in England.
Jo-Ann Smith - 10 July 2023
My husband and I had a great time at the resin flower workshop! I wanted to try something new and I had no experience with resin at all. Donadel was very friendly, knowledgable and helpful, he answered all of our beginner questions! It was a great workshop to start with as a beginner. We’ll be back for the river coaster workshop!
Meena - 3 July 2023
Excellent course! Lots of fun and informative as well
Neil Brew - 3 July 2023
very knowledgeable instructor, clearly presented information and willing to answer questions.
Thoroughly enjoyable course
Akjen Havali - 3 July 2023
A really interesting, fun and informative session with Richard. He was really patient and answered any questions we had. I would definitely recommend and am looking forward to taking part in the next session.
Maria - 14 June 2023
First of all what an amazing experience!
This class was my birthday present and I have to say is actually a very nice idea to give as a gift!
The teacher ( Dan if I remember correctly) is been very welcoming, has good knowledge and he is been very patience with us in explaining and helping.
The venue was quite nice, lot of space and artwork to admire for inspiration.
Definitely a 5-star experience for me.
Keep up the good job.
Petr - 13 June 2023
Course was very well organised. Richard is very knowledgeable and answered all our curious questions.
Petr - 13 June 2023
Course was very well organised. Richard is very knowledgeable and answered all our curious questions.
Maria - 12 June 2023
This class was purchased as a Mothers Fay gift, and my mum absolutely loved it. We got to get crafty, learn a new process and make something we could keep.
Our tutor and workshop mates were all lovely. All in all, a great time. Many thanks!
Sarah Carlstroem - 12 June 2023
Super thorough and enjoyable workshop! Richard was a great teacher, who you felt comfortable asking any question you had.
Jez Frank - 12 June 2023
A very enjoyable and informative two courses. Valuable, well presented, friendly and great fun. I learnt a lot in a short time. I look forward returning to complete the next level. Best Jez
Kitti Takacs - 11 June 2023
It was an amazing experience. I can’t wait to go for the next course. I can highly recommend for birthdays, friends and family who want something special. I loved it.
Craig Emerson - 6 June 2023
Craig
You can watch as many Youtube clips as you like but there is no substitute to rolling up your sleeves and getting involved under Richards expert tuition to understand the process of all things to do with epoxy resin.
The stage 1 epoxy resin course was all I’d hoped for and more.
Many thanks Craig
Donna Noel - 4 June 2023
I really enjoyed the workshop and learned a lot. Richard is a good teacher and other members of the team are very supportive and knowledgeable. It was a positive and friendly learning environment.
Kathryn Wood - 4 June 2023
This is my 2nd epoxy course, having done the seascape course in April. This was a great introduction to working with wood and epoxy. The workshop is well organised and set up. Everything required is pre- ready so it makes it easy to follow. Richard is a resin guru and his knowledge and experience shines through. Even though I’ve been dabbling with some home projects, I learnt a lot about resin and took away some great tips. Stuff you can’t learn on you tube!
For me, the fun part is the creative pouring - choosing colours, pigments, powders and where to pour. I can’t wait to do the part 2 and see the finished result.
Thanks Richard and team!
Filip Kanive - 4 June 2023
I was given beginners resin workshop as birthday gift. The course lasts around 2.5h and is packed with a lot of information while we were making our first own resin piece . Richard is very knowledgeable and answered all our curious questions.
Overall a great experience!
Namitha - 19 May 2023
I really enjoyed this class. Richard, our instructor, clearly knows his subject well and the quality and variety of pressed flowers provided was lovely - both store bought and those pressed by a previous batch.
We also got to press our own fresh flowers, that will be used by a future batch, which I thought was a nice touch.
It would be great to include a breakdown of the steps and the time allocated for each step, as this was not always clear to me. Since we were a small group on the day, it helped as I was able to ask more questions directly.
Sarah - 19 May 2023
Richard is a super patient and thorough teacher! It was such a fun session, learning a new skill and meeting new like-minded people. Definitely recommend to anyone!
Sarah - 19 May 2023
Richard is a super patient and thorough teacher! It was such a fun session, learning a new skill and meeting new like-minded people. Definitely recommend to anyone!
Kleo - 18 May 2023
The class was great. Richard was helpful and happy to answer any questions the class had!
Kirsty - 18 May 2023
It was a great introduction and goid fun and Richard was a very knowledgeable tutor. I will be attending another in the near future
Kirsty - 18 May 2023
It was a great introduction and goid fun and Richard was a very knowledgeable tutor. I will be attending another in the near future
Natalie Palmer - 14 May 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed the session and the different aspects involved. The instructions from Richard were clear and well explained. I've never pressed flowers before so was interesting to learn about this too.
Joy Godden - 14 May 2023
This was a great class. Plenty of useful information and tips and the chance to be vey creative!
Bajwamaheen - 14 May 2023
Richard was amazing! He explained everything so clearly and injected a lot of fun into the workshop. I learned a lot and had a great time, and definitely want to try some of his other workshops!
Reem Al Gazairy - 14 May 2023
Thank you so much for this lovely class.
In my opinion I would like to do the full process (from a-z ) with you to get the full confidant .👏🏻
kit - 10 May 2023
reat experience from start to finish. Booking was simple, venue was great with easy parking onsite. Richard was an amazing teacher, very knowledgeable and engaging. We covered all the basics and also learnt lots of hints and tips for making the perfect epoxy piece (measuring, steaming, the 4 (maybe 5) golden rules !). I would definitely recommend Richard and The River Shop and will certainly be going back for more lessons. Thanks Richard.
Jez - 8 May 2023
I found the course extremely valuable. The instruction was well tailored for the beginner, clear and precise with lots of questions back to the students and a recap at the end of each section.
Going over previous sections was no issue with enough time allowed to complete this.
The end result was both exciting and satisfying. My thanks goes to Richard for his excellent enjoyable class.
Best Jez Frank.
Ps please keep hold of my piece of work as I will return in June for the Finishing course (part 2).
Marta - 8 May 2023
A big THANK YOU to Richard for a great introduction to the epoxy resin craft world. My friend and I have absolutely loved the beginners class on epoxy resin, and hope to attend many more in the near future.
Marta - 8 May 2023
A big THANK YOU to Richard for a great introduction to the epoxy resin craft world. My friend and I have absolutely loved the beginners class on epoxy resin, and hope to attend many more in the near future.
Monika - 8 May 2023
This was a great way to spend the day, a great mix and bunch of people attend these classes. The venue was fab and well equipped with all the necessary tools and materials. Richard the teacher was fun, friendly, patient and engaging .
I had a brilliant and memorable day , attempting some basics in using resin ,I would not hesitate to attend any of the other workshops . I'll definitely be back.
Casey - 7 May 2023
This was my first experience working with epoxy resin and I had a really great time! When we arrived, the workshop was clean and had our materials already prepared in an individual tub so we didn't waste any time looking around for supplies. I thought it was especially helpful that we were asked to think about why we were doing certain steps rather than just being told. It helped to really understand the process. I could easily see myself at home deciding to skip certain steps because I didn't have a certain tool and didn't understand what that step was accomplishing. If I had more space at home for the supplies, I would feel competent working on small epoxy projects on my own after this course.
Peri - 7 May 2023
Really enjoyed the Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop with Richard! I had so much fun creating my board and Richard was an excellent teacher! He was full of knowledge, attentive and engaging. Would definitely recommend and would love to take another class at the River Shop!
Alfred - 7 May 2023
I attended Epoxy Resin class and Richard is really a teacher that gets you right into the course from start to finish.
All questions you have planned to ask his teaching methods answers all.
By the end of the course you feel you can make products as a pro.
Richard listens to every concern you have as a student and assist which ever way he can.
Course atmosphere is so friendly and training cost is value for money.
Thank you .
Joy - 7 May 2023
I really enjoyed the workshop - plenty of information and tips as well as the chance to be individually creative.
Bridgette Woods - 9 April 2023
Great course for those new to epoxy resin! Richard is knowledgeable and can pitch this course to any level. Really looking forward to part 2!
David - 3 April 2023
Was great fun, looking forward to pouring more in the future..
Gail Murrell - 3 April 2023
Richard is a great tutor. Explains everything in a clear and concise manner, easy to understand way. I enjoyed this ‘Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop’ and look forward to attending ‘Part 2 - Resin Finishing’ workshop.
Rob - 1 April 2023
Great activity to try and was a very informative and friendly class. Would very happily do another course here and would recommend anyone who is interested does so.
Rob - 1 April 2023
Great activity to try and was a very informative and friendly class. Would very happily do another course here and would recommend anyone who is interested does so.
Jacky - 1 April 2023
I attended the beginners Epoxy Resin workshop today, what a fantastic experience. The teacher was great, very patient and thorough. He made sure that everyone was clear on what to do and asked US questions ~ so make sure you are listening!! He went above and beyond and I felt very confident following the very clear instructions. I would strongly recommend ~ ticks all the boxes, great venue, free parking, great working space and superb tuition. Thank you xx
Josh Bryson - 28 March 2023
Another excellent class! Richard provides a solid, concise introduction to not only flower pressing, but also provides tips for confidently working with epoxy resin to produce great results!
Natasha - 27 March 2023
Spent a lovely morning at the epoxy resin flower masterclass - from picking and pressing the flowers to arranging our designs and pouring the resin, each of the steps was well-explained and easy to follow. The workshop was well-equipped and Richard was friendly and knowledgeable.
Kate Tonizzo - 27 March 2023
I had made some resin pieces before, but never worked with dried flowers. I didn't realise we'd also get to press the flowers (something I'd never tried before). Lots of different dried flowers available to create some lovely coasters - looking forward to receiving the finished pieces soon!
Alessandra Maggiora - 26 March 2023
It was my second resin class at the river shop, and again a wonderful experience! Richard is a super teacher, knowledgeable and professional, but also friendly and fun. You’ll learn everything you need to create your pressed flowers resin coasters, from how to press them and then arrange them in the moulds and pour resin over. Highly recommended!
Diane Jones - 26 March 2023
This is my 3rd class with Richard @the_rivershop- can’t recommend highly enough.
Ed Bateman - 26 March 2023
It was a very enjoyable morning. We chose and cut some flowers to be pressed for the next group and then we got about choosing the flowers for our two coasters. I went for a simple design for each, although I saw quite a few others which were more ornate and they looked amazing. I invited my partner along too, and she had never done it before and really enjoyed it too.
Tracy - 22 March 2023
My husband and I went on this first and second Epoxy resin course and learnt all about using epoxy resin. We created some rather gorgeous resin and wood coasters and really enjoyed ourselves. Richard is a a very good teacher - he has an engaging and very clear style and the class size is just right - there was plenty of room to work in his very organised and well equipped workshop. It was an absorbing practical workshop with lots of opportunity to ask questions. Felt we would be able to do it at home now if we wanted to.
Bozena - 21 March 2023
Great fun. I enjoyed the class very much, Richard who was running the show was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend his classes and hope to join a few more myself.
Bozena - 21 March 2023
Great fun. I enjoyed the class very much, Richard who was running the show was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend his classes and hope to join a few more myself.
Jim - 16 March 2023
A good afternoon, teacher was knowledgeable and friendly.
There was a lot more in the subject than anticipated but information was exchanged in a easy going manner.
Jim - 16 March 2023
A good afternoon, teacher was knowledgeable and friendly.
There was a lot more in the subject than anticipated but information was exchanged in a easy going manner.
Tracey - 8 March 2023
I really enjoyed this session! Met some lovely people and was able to learn, make and have a finished product in the same day which was marvellous. It has really encouraged me to take it further and see what I can achieve.
Tracey - 8 March 2023
I really enjoyed this session! Met some lovely people and was able to learn, make and have a finished product in the same day which was marvellous. It has really encouraged me to take it further and see what I can achieve.
ibi - 6 March 2023
The course was very informative and practically useful
Richard the teacher was great, his communications was very clear and his passion made it the session engaging It was reassuring to be taught by someone who was obviously an expert. The room was a little too cold, although we were offered hoodies to wear
Joanna Smith - 5 March 2023
Great course, Richard was so keen to ensure we had a great understanding of the process, so that rather than having a one off experience, we were prepped to go on and make projects by ourselves - really good bunch of people and a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon - can’t wait to see my project when it is ready!
Pamela Cranston - 5 March 2023
I did the Beginner Epoxy Resin workshop and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Richard was very good at explaining each step and why we were doing it. He also gave us lots of advice and guidance on things we would need to consider if taking on a project at home with our newly learned skills. He was also very good at making us all feel welcome and was interested in what had brought us to the course and brought this into his subsequent teachings throughout the class.
The workshop was inspirational - both in terms of pieces he has made or has in progress and in terms of the quality of tools and their orderly storage.
I definitely recommend this course to anyone that wants to try out an epoxy resin project.
Dean Geering - 5 March 2023
The course was excellent and very informative.
Tyla Jones - 5 March 2023
I really enjoyed the class, the session was well organised with all of the equipment layer out for us and richard was a great teacher, explaining everything in detail and answering all questions. I’m looking forward to the next class.
Jacob Sames - 13 February 2023
Very good beginners guide to epoxy resin. Only improvement I can think of is when fielding a question to the class e.g. "can anyone tell me.." maybe don't leave it for so long before it's awkward that no one knows the answer.
Other than that, great day out.
Mattias - 10 February 2023
I really enjoyed this course at the River Shop and I can't wait to do the second part.
In my opinion, the course is very well structured with a lot of information provided. It's not just a 'follow along' course but there is some useful and interesting theory regarding the uses of resin, environment, workflow etc. There should be some notes coming from the River Shop regarding the whole class but I did bring a notepad to write as much as possible on it and that will help a lot for my future projects. I would suggest people do the same and take notes, as it's still a class and you will need them.
Roman - 9 February 2023
I had a lovely experience at this course. Can't wait for part 2 to finish my masterpiece. 🤩
Lily - 9 February 2023
Really good tips and tricks for resin beginners! Had a fun afternoon, would definitely recommend the course.
Stuart - 6 February 2023
This workshop was a very interesting way to spend an afternoon and the perfect first experience of crafting with resin. The materials and schedule were set up perfectly for students to make the best of the time, and Richard provided one-to-one assistance, useful tips and advice throughout. I'd highly recommend this course as the perfect first step for those interested in working on resin projects big or small.
Stuart B
Keeley Louise Hillman - 6 February 2023
Enjoyable afternoon, but the workshop was a little overcrowded and the tutor a bit dismissive, the atmosphere could have been much nicer.
Niamh Hickey - 6 February 2023
Richard was great and very knowledgable. A very enjoyable experience I bought my boyfriend for his birthday- we are booking on to part two! Thank you
Colin Burnell - 5 February 2023
Very Informative and Enjoyable Workshop. Thanks Richard.
Regards Colin
Craig Tollerton - 5 February 2023
Fantastic course. My partner and I did a class on the Saturday for part one and a private part 2 on Sunday. Richard accommodated us easily to help with our travel and we felt well looked after in both. Highly recommend going to this as just an experience or a stepping stone to bigger projects.
John Wheeler - 5 February 2023
Good location, easy to find.
Extremely informative session and Richard was an excellent instructor.
Kim - 5 February 2023
Great workshop with Richard. Clear instructions throughout so very easy to follow. Also loads of tips for recreating at home. We’ll be back for part 2!
John - 4 February 2023
I drove from Cambridge and found the location easily.
The course was very informative and Richard was an excellent instructor.
Looking forward to starting my own project.
Jenny - 4 February 2023
Amazing class, so much fun. It was easy to follow and perfect for beginners
Suzy - 25 January 2023
I really enjoyed the resin beginners course, there was so much info to take in though that it would be nice to have a handout with some of the main points as it is difficult to take notes and keep up with everything while there.
Fernanda - 21 January 2023
it was a Christmas gift from my son, I loved!!! I will continue for the second class.
I recommend, the teacher is very friendly with amazing skills.
Fernanda - 21 January 2023
it was a Christmas gift from my son, I loved!!! I will continue for the second class.
I recommend, the teacher is very friendly with amazing skills.
Fernanda - 21 January 2023
it was a Christmas gift from my son, I loved!!! I will continue for the second class.
I recommend, the teacher is very friendly with amazing skills.
Neil - 20 January 2023
Very informative course well worth going to, good fun and relaxed atmosphere. My only suggestion for improvement would be if you could hand out a take home print out of some of the main tips you give in class as there’s no time for note taking. I’d 100% recommend going!
Graeme Dimmock - 15 January 2023
The course was extremely good, our teacher was excellent, he showed us everything we needed to know for private crafts and I feel very confident to grow my skills and practice. Some of the provided materials weren't appealing, I was lucky a participant was absent and I swapped their wooden river materials for mine. Then whilst there were provided colour examples, there was no way to determine what material would create what colour. It should be said, if I was more confident I'd be more satisfied."
Jasmine Lam - 14 January 2023
Richard was engaging and the class was enjoyable with attendees at different levels of competency. Only wished we had the option to work on more projects on the same day - seems like that offering is in the pipeline!
Philip Southwood - 12 January 2023
The workshop is very fun and engaging, and
I would recommend it to anyone that is interested in learning to use epoxy resin with wood.
Hannah Jayawardene - 12 January 2023
I went for the beginners Epoxy resin class. It was such great fun as well as being really informative. The studio itself is a lovely space and Richard is a fantastic teacher.
After trying to use resin myself at home and not getting good results, I found this workshop so valuable in learning all the technical information and practical tips I had been missing. I've gone away with way more confidence and motivation to give resin another go. Thank you!
Julie Smith - 8 January 2023
A good introduction to what I hope will be an ongoing hobby for me. Having watched resin pieces being created on YouTube I was keen to get involved and this course covered the basics and gave an insight into materials and techniques.
Neil Handcock - 8 January 2023
Very enjoyable and informative course from Richard. Came away with lots of practical knowledge and tips on how to get started using epoxy resin. Just wish there would have been some printed information to take home, as there's a lot to take in and little time to write it down.
Leanne Sames - 8 January 2023
Very good course in starting epoxy. A lot of information will be thrown your way.
If you do the morning course grab something to eat before you start so you can concentrate.
Cristian - 8 January 2023
Really nice course lots of information and hands on approach.
Richard was really nice and answerd all of our questions however far fetched they might have been.
Thank you.
Sylvain Perez-Jacobs - 8 January 2023
A very interesting course covering the basics of epoxy resin. Course leader is very knowledgeable and is more than happy to answer any questions throughout. Highly recommend!
Kaizarin - 21 December 2022
Beginners epoxy class. Enjoyed the lesson. Was very informative and a good basic understanding of the materials.
Kaizarin - 21 December 2022
Beginners epoxy class. Enjoyed the lesson. Was very informative and a good basic understanding of the materials.
Kaizarin - 21 December 2022
Beginners epoxy class. Enjoyed the lesson. Was very informative and a good basic understanding of the materials.
Timea - 21 December 2022
Great classes! Both were very informative and fun😊
Timea - 21 December 2022
Great classes! Both were very informative and fun😊
Julian Judd - 17 December 2022
The workshop location is excellent with free secure parking right outside the unit. An excellent introduction to working with epoxy resin. Richard is professional and engaging with expert knowledge. Signed up for part two at the conclusion of the course.
Hema - 6 December 2022
Great beginners course in epoxy resin. Shared good knowledge and information on how best to use and apply epoxy resin to own craft ideas.
Elaine - 6 December 2022
The beginners’ epoxy resin class was brilliant. Richard gave helpful, expert guidance and also tips for using these skills in future too. It was also really well paced, with lots of time, rather than feeling rushed. I would definitely recommend it!
Kerstin Seeger-Jonckheer - 5 December 2022
I very much enjoyed the course. It was insightful and fun. Would recommend :)
michele collins - 4 December 2022
I really enjoyed the beginners class on Saturday 3rd December I could have stayed all day 😊 and would really like to observe a River table being produced👍🏽
Richard was great - patient, informative and witty
Thank you for a great afternoon.
I’m definitely looking forward to booking classes after Christmas
Ellie - 3 December 2022
Great class! Really informative and fab hands on experience! Can’t wait to do the table course!
Jayden - 3 December 2022
The man in the workshop explains the things we have to do really good
Jayden - 3 December 2022
The man in the workshop explains the things we have to do really good
Tom - 19 November 2022
I’ve learned basic info about the resin, teacher was very helpfull and willing to help in my diy project with is a bonus, venue was great. Over all very happy, can’t wait for another course.
Paul - 6 November 2022
It was an excellent introductory workshop that covered the theory of working with resin well and provided a simple wood and resin project to work through. The course leader covered the course well and was always available to give assistance and information. Overall an excellent course.
Irina - 6 November 2022
Thank you Richard! The class was smashing! Clear instructions, meticulous attention to detail, angelic patience, all questions answered. I was feeling a bit intimidated to be in a totally new working environment, but very quickly felt at home . Learned an awful lot and got inspired with my own projects. Can’t wait for the second part. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
David Birden - 6 November 2022
Amazing course and very well taught. Thank you.
Zac - 5 November 2022
Workshop was great, with friendly and informative tutoring. Looking forward to my next visit. Thanks
Jane - 5 November 2022
I had a great time this morning at the Epoxy Resin workshop. The atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed, and I have gained some really good knowledge to practice this more on my own. Looking forward to coming back for further activities. Thank you!
Alison - 4 November 2022
My daughter bought me Epoxy Resin Workshop experience as a birthday present and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Richard explained the process so that we all had a clear understanding of what was required to make up and pour the resin in order to achieve an unblemished result. I came away from the course really pleased with my set of 4 coasters which featured a marine theme.
Alain - 4 November 2022
Went as a birthday treat, I did not know what to expect....what a surprise and excellent experience. the course is well run, very thorough and easy to understand. the group was fairly small (7)
and we were allowed a lot of interaction. I would call the course very relax and very friendly. I would recommend this to everyone from teens to old folks, like me .
Alanna - 24 October 2022
This was a fantastic introductory workshop and would highly recommend to anyone either just wanting to try something completely new or to gain knowledge of epoxy resin and how to use it for further projects. Richard was very knowledgeable and unlike some other workshops I have done with other compaines, we all learnt the basics around eposxy resin before doing any practical work. It was great fun and I am looking forward to seeing the results and using my new coasters!
Lisa - 9 October 2022
Another great class from Richard.
I enjoyed learning about the optimal conditions for working with epoxy resin and techniques for creating moulds. I already looking forward to the next class!
Darren Graham - 9 October 2022
Great to learn a new skill combining modern material with old.
Fantastic way of using up of cuts to convert into something useful.
Richard was a great teacher.
Daniel - 9 October 2022
The class was amazing. Very well explained by Richard, especially the little details about the procedures about the wood and resin which were shared via demonstration (very helpful). I totally recommend this course for someone interesting to work with resin. Thank you Richard!
Pawel - 6 October 2022
The teacher was very informative and very helpful. I’ve learnt a basic skills of working with epoxy resin and can’t wait for part2. The venue was very well organised and I’m glad I took part in it.
Catherine - 5 October 2022
Loved the session, it was super interactive and easy to follow and lots of creative expression with colours and personalisation :D
Elena - 4 October 2022
I enjoy the class and Richard was informative and friendly teacher. 4 stars because we were a bit far from the window and the point where everything was being explained and it was a little dark in our corner of the room, which made working more difficult.
Dimitar - 4 October 2022
Richard explained the key points to resin pouring and mould making. Only issue I had was the duration of the class, where we spent too much time in between just waiting around.
Heather - 4 October 2022
I attended the Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop on Saturday- it was a thoroughly enjoyable day with Richard providing wealth of information. I would recommend it to anyone interested in creating their own epoxy pieces-but beware , you may well catch the bug and want to learn more and more!
Ewa - 4 October 2022
What a great class! All instructions given were clear and very helpful. The teacher was mindful of different pace of the students and was making sure that everyone is following up the group. It gave me good, basic knowledge about epoxy resin and how to work with it. I was able to purchase a starter kit to practice more at home. Definitely going for part2.
Imogen Block - 3 October 2022
I really enjoyed the course. Richard gave a very clear and comprehensive overview of everything you need to consider when working with the resin. I’d love to come back for another course and explore working with resin in this very supportive environment. Thank you!
Matt - 3 October 2022
An excellent course in the introduction to working with resin. A relaxed and enjoyable environment in the studio, with expert tuition from Richard.
Piotr - 3 October 2022
I have really enjoyed this workshop. The location of venue was nice with free easy parking and the teacher was welcoming. There was good portion of knowledge provided about working with wood and resin. If you are interested to try it's good place to go to. Recommended!
Donna - 11 September 2022
An excellent introduction to working with epoxy resin. A great workspace, ample opportunity to ask questions, Richard is a professional and friendly tutor with expert subject knowledge. A very inspirational course
Daniel Weston - 11 September 2022
Good fun - gave me the confidence to try it myself!
Grant - 8 September 2022
Richard ran a fantastic course running through the basics of an epoxy resin pour. Would definitely recommend the course for anyone who has seen numerous online videos as this goes into far more detail and will ultimately save you money by getting things right first time
The 2.5 hour course flew by and was fully interactive, getting all questioning and thinking more about the sciene behind the art
Can't wait to book onto another!
Cliff Bull - 4 September 2022
Very informative with a strong element of hands on learning.
Great fun offering the ability to try your hand at creating a workpiece in wood and resin.
Would recommend to others.
Cliff
Catherine Jones - 4 September 2022
This course was fun and I enjoyed learning a new skill. Richards explanations and instructions were very clear and detailed which will enable a beginner to start using resin for their own projects. I am really looking forward to seeing how my pour ends up when dry and after this curse I decided to book onto the part 2 course to learn how to finish resin and wood projects.
Josh - 4 September 2022
A concise and informative class, with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Richard was a great teacher, with a lot of patience and a lot of insight to offer!
Nina - 3 September 2022
After wanting to step into the world of resin for ages I decided to attend this course. Best decision ever. Everything I needed to know as a beginner was covered today. It was delivered in such a straight forward and explanatory way . Real hands on experience. Our teacher was really friendly and put you at ease, no question was left unanswered. The venue was great, easy to find and extremely well organised. I’ll definitely be attending more courses.
M - 25 July 2022
Very enjoyable. Thank you.
M - 25 July 2022
Very enjoyable. Thank you.
Emma Gibbins - 11 July 2022
I bought this class for my partner for a birthday gift as he was interested in learning more about resin. We both agreed it was a fantastic introduction to the skill, and it's something we would love to continue. Richard was a great teacher and was patient with everyone on the class, while providing input when needed. Would definitely recommend to others.
Catherine - 10 July 2022
This was a good course for a complete beginner as well as those with an interest. Some notes would be useful - so I'm looking forward to receiving a top tips sheet.
Sam - 9 July 2022
Great course, good fun and covers everything you could want to know.
Looking forward to a tips and tricks sheet following!
Scott O'Brien - 9 July 2022
The workshop was well designed and delivered, laying the groundwork to get going in resin work. Take a notepad and pencil as there’s plenty of hints and tips to note down for future use!
John - 8 July 2022
Absolutely brilliant course. Incredibly knowledgeable and talented instruction. Can't wait to get started making more at home!
John - 8 July 2022
Absolutely brilliant course. Incredibly knowledgeable and talented instruction. Can't wait to get started making more at home!
kathryn - 14 June 2022
I loved this class! Great teaching methods allowed me to learn a lot in a short space of time. Would highly recommend!
Marilena Runcan - 14 June 2022
Great learning! Enjoyed every minute of the workshop. Highly recommend it for anyone looking into making a start into epoxy resin pouring.
Stuart - 12 June 2022
Friendly atmosphere, well-equipped workshop. Lots of useful information, tips and practical advice. A highly enjoyable afternoon. Looking forward to Part 2 next weekend!
Sarah - 10 June 2022
The workshop was good fun and informative, although quite pricey. Learning ranged from making the mould, to environment for handling resin, different types of resin, how to size the amount of resin needed, and making the block itself, etc. Some suggestions for future workshop: have a one-pager covering the key lessons so people can refer back rather than rely on memory. Would also be nice to be shown different pouring techniques for achieving different colour effects & transition.
Anton - 8 June 2022
Great fun learning the processes. Richard was a great teacher and we all produced products to cherish.
Anton - 8 June 2022
Great fun learning the processes. Richard was a great teacher and we all produced products to cherish.
Deepali - 7 June 2022
The class was very good and informative. Richard was calm and explained every step very patiently. I am looking forward to our next class.
Deepali - 7 June 2022
The class was very good and informative. Richard was calm and explained every step very patiently. I am looking forward to our next class.
Tony Crabb - 5 June 2022
Fantastic introduction. Cant wait for part 2!
Julian Markson - 5 June 2022
Arrived knowing nothing about Epoxy Resin. Richard shared information with the group in a very patient and friendly way, and we all learnt so much. Starting with setting and creating a sealed frame, and inserting live edged timber, to mixing the epoxy resin to the correct formula, adding colour and pouring it into the frame to create the miniature (very miniature) live edged table. A fab way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Highly recommended.
Annette Seth - 5 June 2022
I had not worked with resin prior to this course and it was very insightful to the material and the possibilities of it. Richard was very informative and answered all the questions raised. The workshop is a great inspiring place in a good easy to access location.
Thomas - 5 June 2022
Learnt a lot about epoxy resin techniques, like preparing the mould and adding colour to the resin.
David - 5 June 2022
Fantastic course, great introduction to epoxy resin construction techniques including pouring. Call is delivered bye experienced technically competent tutor with great insight. I would thoroughly recommend this for any have a go resin enthusiasts.
Julie - 4 June 2022
A really informative session with lots of technical information.
The class was well prepared and I’m excited to receive my finished please in a week #FreePostage !
My only advice would be to maybe offer an informative session (with all the technical bits) and a separate session for crafters (who don’t need all the technical stuff!)
Marilena - 4 June 2022
Great day today for my first ever experience of mixing colours and pouring epoxy. Loved every minute of it!
Emma - 4 June 2022
Excellent class! I’ve been wanting to learn this technique for ages, and it’s something I want to be able to teach my A Level Product Design students, so this was a great way to learn without the worry of having to trial and error. I really enjoyed the lesson, and the level of instruction was pitched just right. Amazing facilities and really well prepped for smooth running of the class. I feel confident that this is now something I can do on my own and I’m really excited to try this out again in my own workshop!
Andrew - 16 May 2022
I had great fun and I am inspired to learn more and make something wonderful.
Rebecca - 15 May 2022
Really enjoyed the course. Gave a lot of food for thought and I had so much fun!
Ellie - 12 May 2022
Really loved this course. Richard was very engaging and knowledgable. Great teaching, learnt a lot and had fun!
Federica Monsone - 9 May 2022
Very enjoyable afternoon. Good pace although it would have been good to have a larger group area so everyone could work together and see what everyone else was doing. But all in, a good way to get an intro into working with epoxy resin. Richard is a patient, knowledgeable, clear teacher and I enjoyed learning from him.
Wendy - 9 May 2022
Excellent workshop, very informative and just the right amount of info for a beginner. Richard is so knowledgeable, have already booked onto 2nd workshop! Thoroughly enjoyable morning!
Alessandra - 8 May 2022
Great workshop, very informative and perfect for those who wants to start playing with resin, either pouring or for crafts and upcycling. Richard is extremely knowledgeable and will tell you everything you need to know, great experienced teacher who helps and support while leaving you free to create. Relaxed and funny environment, I can’t wait to receive my river pour! Highly recommended, and I’m pretty sure I’ll be back for a second one… :)
Jim Gardner - 8 May 2022
A great course and a very knowledgeable teacher. Everything was explained well . This taught me a lot about resin usage and tips you wouldn’t know teaching yourself from a book. I would highly recommend anyone to join this class and learn about resin art
Ahmet Sakalli - 8 May 2022
The class was very good, informative, relaxed and fun from the beginning. Even though I didn’t know much about Epoxy resin I left the class with so many helpful information. Richard was calm, patient and was explaining every detail very well. I’m looking forward to our next classes. Excellent.
Jim - 7 May 2022
A very well planned beginners resin class with lots of information and inspiring tips. Will try to use everything I was taught there. Would totally recommend this course to anyone!!
Gabriele - 7 May 2022
Great experience 😁 good teaching and fundamental in a fun environment
Jimmy Magee - 30 April 2022
This course was great fun and very informative. Will certainly use this company again.
Marco - 22 April 2022
Hi, I have learned a lot about how to manage the ingredients to get an epoxy
resin work, now I know the importance of planning the right amount of resin involved, just to save money and time!
Nice experience, thanks to Richard
Christine Yates - 12 April 2022
Really enjoyed my time there, and I learnt a lot of useful information.
Terry Wade - 10 April 2022
What a fantastic experience. Richard was absolutely fantastic. He has loads of knowledge that he is more than happy to share. He also does not spoon feed you all the information but actually makes you think and interact. I find that helps me retain more information and also enjoy the classes loads more. You will not be disappointed.
The environment was clean and very well setup and safety is always at the forefront of everything we did.
Learning new skills is always great but when you have a sublime instructor, it makes the whole experience just that little more emersive. Plus i get a cool looking project at the end of the session. Now on to part 2.
Hameeda Sultany - 9 April 2022
Really enjoyable afternoon learnt lots of practical information and guidance
Andy - 7 April 2022
I really liked the set up of the workshop and was very interested in the tools. It was really interesting to see a workshop dedicated to timber and epoxy. The teacher was excellent and was happy to answer all my questions and he explained things really well. It was useful to be able to park on site. I like forward to attending the part 2 follow-up workshop.
David Campbell - 7 April 2022
Very enjoyable day, Richard has all the knowledge.
Linda - 7 April 2022
Excellent course. Covered all the basis and I now feel confident to carry on at home with some element of success. Highly recommended.
Su Leppard - 5 April 2022
The beginners epoxy resin course was great fun and very informative. I recommend bringing a notepad to jot down useful info Richard provides, and watching some epoxy resin vids beforehand so you have some idea of what colours and effect you want to achieve. Highly recommended.
Marius - 4 April 2022
A very informative course and the teacher is friendly and very supportive. Anyone looking to learn how to use epoxy resin should definitely considering this course.
Farrol - 3 April 2022
This was an excellent intro class to Epoxy Resin working . Richard is very thorough and knowledgeable on the technical and creative side of Epoxy Resing making . I would prefer the class to be an extra 1/2 hour, so 3 hours as there is so much to take in.
Highly recommend it for beginners!
Carla Lunedi - 3 April 2022
I truly enjoyed the course.The workshop is a good size room very bright; everything was set out for the learners beforehand.
Richard is a competent and experienced teacher, his advice are very helpful. I look forward to seeing my little "piece of art"!!
Thank you Richard.
Chris - 3 April 2022
Richard did a great job explaining all the fundamentals of epoxy resin work. I had a tonne of fun trying it out for the first time, and I'm really looking forward to the final product
Jimmy - 2 April 2022
From start to finish the teacher was informative, engaging and eager to teach. Questions were encouraged and explained to each member of the class in detail and to everyone’s level of understanding. Would highly recommend if interested in learning epoxy resin to sign up to this course. Great fun and as mentioned earlier very informative.
Jimmy - 2 April 2022
From start to finish the teacher was informative, engaging and eager to teach. Questions were encouraged and explained to each member of the class in detail and to everyone’s level of understanding. Would highly recommend if interested in learning epoxy resin to sign up to this course. Great fun and as mentioned earlier very informative.
Jimmy - 2 April 2022
From start to finish the teacher was informative, engaging and eager to teach. Questions were encouraged and explained to each member of the class in detail and to everyone’s level of understanding. Would highly recommend if interested in learning epoxy resin to sign up to this course. Great fun and as mentioned earlier very informative.
Jimmy - 2 April 2022
From start to finish the teacher was informative, engaging and eager to teach. Questions were encouraged and explained to each member of the class in detail and to everyone’s level of understanding. Would highly recommend if interested in learning epoxy resin to sign up to this course. Great fun and as mentioned earlier very informative.
Jimmy - 2 April 2022
From start to finish the teacher was informative, engaging and eager to teach. Questions were encouraged and explained to each member of the class in detail and to everyone’s level of understanding. Would highly recommend if interested in learning epoxy resin to sign up to this course. Great fun and as mentioned earlier very informative.
Nicole - 2 April 2022
Excellent afternoon. Richard was very informative and patient.
Taylor - 2 April 2022
Excellent afternoon, learnt a lot - cannot wait to try out the new skills we learnt at home! :)
Bridgit - 2 April 2022
Youtube epoxy resin videos piqued my interest. Thought before I spent loads of money trying it out, I'd get a professional to show me the ropes. My young adult children were also interested, so I arranged for all three of us to attend. Richard is an amazing teacher. He showed us the appropriate method and also explained the hidden risks that might become costly. We learnt that prep time is most important, everything else will fall into place if this is done right. We had an amazing time...together, which is quite difficult these days as the kiddies are older. Thanks Richard.
Alice James - 14 March 2022
This workshop was exactly the thing I needed to learn the basics of resin. Informative & helpful at every step of the way. Top notch!
Ciara - 13 March 2022
Fantastic session with Richard! Really excellent introduction into how to use epoxy resin and all of the exciting things you can do with it. Richard was very knowledgeable and very patient with all of our questions. A really fun course and a great introduction to the technique whether it be for a potential new hobby or for home/work DIY. I'm looking forward to the second class! :)
Chris Price - 13 March 2022
Review of Rivershop Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop Course
5th March 2022 13.30-16.00
Facilitator: Richard
Rivershop Studios
I arrived slightly late to the course and the unit we were in is a little bit of a maze, but Rivershop had sent instructions.
The only thing is the front gate has a coded pad on it. If it is locked, it is impossible to get in. The code would have been nice.
The workshop is a long narrow room with high ceilings and the first thing I noticed was how well everything was set out, with benches for participants nearest the window and good lighting.
Each person had a box with components in needed to complete the task.
Richard himself was very good: clear, obviously very competent and knowledgeable, welcoming and wanting to get the best out of the group.
He led us through the process of making a small river with epoxy from the frame to hold the wooden pieces and then adding the wood to make some coasters and then the epoxy.
Each instruction was clear and repeated, going at everyone’s pace. No questions were treated as stupid and encouragement was given throughout.
This was an enjoyable session with a palpable outcome: the epoxy river as promised and everyone made a river that (to my eyes) looked very good.
As an introduction to epoxy resin, this was an excellent starter course, with good instruction and excellent materials and equipment.
As a bonus, Richard promised if we needed to repeat the course, it would be free ! There is a follow up course to finish the coasters: sanding and finishing.
I would have liked a handout at the end: Richard said that they had stopped them because people didn’t take them home – maybe just give people the choice whether they want it or not ?
All in all, an excellent course that did what it said on the tin.
Chris Price
James - 11 March 2022
I was bought this a gift as I’ve been interested in making any epoxy table for a while.
I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, Richard is friendly and knowledgeable and delivered a brilliant course. I just can’t wait to see the finished product.
James - 11 March 2022
I was bought this a gift as I’ve been interested in making any epoxy table for a while.
I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, Richard is friendly and knowledgeable and delivered a brilliant course. I just can’t wait to see the finished product.
Matt - 10 March 2022
Richard really knows his stuff - but he also has an excellent way of sharing that information, tailoring his style to the different abilities in the group.
I can't recommend the course highly enough!
Matt - 10 March 2022
Richard really knows his stuff - but he also has an excellent way of sharing that information, tailoring his style to the different abilities in the group.
I can't recommend the course highly enough!
Serpil - 6 March 2022
Great class with excellent instructor. Will definitely do another course soon!!
Alicia Gelassakis - 6 March 2022
A very informative and enjoyable course, covering the basics, the potential pitfalls and the great possibilities. It would be nice to leave with some written handouts to help remember and consolidate the information as there is a lot to take in, but still an excellently taught course.
john - 6 March 2022
Very informative and friendly class, Myself and my husband went together and even though we new a little about the resin we picked up a few tips.
Richard was very helpfull and we look forward to doing other courses in the future,x
Emma - 6 March 2022
Great course, has given me the confidence to start pouring at home :) thanks Richard!
Emma - 6 March 2022
Great course, has given me the confidence to start pouring at home :) thanks Richard!
Lucy - 18 February 2022
Excellent class! Richard was fun but informative and the set up of the class with everyone facing in to each other made it really sociable. Looking forward to coming back for part 2 and seeing the end product!
Lucy - 18 February 2022
Excellent class! Richard was fun but informative and the set up of the class with everyone facing in to each other made it really sociable. Looking forward to coming back for part 2 and seeing the end product!
Jessica Wilkey - 13 February 2022
I booked this course for my husband as a Christmas gift and he absolutely loved it. He found it very informative and good fun. He's already been out to buy new tools and wood so he can get started at home. He spoke very highly of Richard and said he'd definitely recommend - 5 stars from us! Thank you!
Anonymous - 12 February 2022
Good course, well delivered
Kate Miles & Thomas Miles - 12 February 2022
Great class! Richard is so informative and gives you great advice. Will definitely book again!
Mik Bjorkenstam - 10 February 2022
My11 year old daughter and I absolutely LOVED our beginners course with Richard! He was a great teacher and took the time to explain things clearly and answer all our questions. It was a wonderful into to working with resin and wood and we will definitely be coming back for more classes!!
Laura - 7 February 2022
I bought this course for my son and myself. It was a fantastic and enjoyable day learning all about Resin and more. Richard is very knowledgable, enthusiastic, and a great instructor. Looking forward to the second part.
Thanks for a wonderful day.
Nicola Harrison - 7 February 2022
Thank you so much for such a lovely introduction to Expoxy resin. I had such a great afternoon on your beginners course.
Richard’s knowledge, experience and passion coupled with a desire to help others to develop their skills and craft make this really enjoyable, informative and relaxed.
I loved the workshop set up with the shop area next next door. Well done for creating such a great space to deliver your courses and to share your experience.
It was great to share the workshop with so many nice people. I would be great to see how everyone’s pieces turn out. Do you add them to your Facebook group or Instagram?
Is there an optimum (maximum) timescale to return for part 2? I would love to attend part 2 to create the coasters. Is it possible to have delivered both parts over one weekend ( for those lose travelling from further afield)? Or not really feasible with drying times?
Is there much call for a cuppy after the class when we have all got to know each other a little bit? A nice social way to end the course.
Thank you again. Your course has exceeded all my expectations. So grateful you could accommodate me.
Kindest regards
Nicola
Christopher Sheehan - 6 February 2022
Great class
Dan Pennington - 6 February 2022
This is a great course for learning all the basics of live edge resin pouring. I really can’t rate this course highly enough. Richard has lots of knowledge to share and was great at answering all of my questions. If you’re looking to get started with resin pouring this is the course for you.
Dan Pennington - 6 February 2022
This is a great course for learning all the basics of live edge resin pouring. I really can’t rate this course highly enough. Richard has lots of knowledge to share and was great at answering all of my questions. If you’re looking to get started with resin pouring this is the course for you.
Luka Pillai - 6 February 2022
Richard is a great teacher , blending science and theory with fun ! The perfect environment for people to ask questions and try something new. No previous skills or expertise required , I can assure you !
Jennie Moody - 6 February 2022
Had a really good afternoon with Richard on the beginners epoxy resin course. Found it very informative and relaxed. Would recommend
Helen Elliot - 5 February 2022
Richard is a great teacher, very knowledgeable answering all the questions that were fired at him.
We will be back!
Prathab - 5 February 2022
This was amazing! I sense an addiction growing inside me :) But seriously the class was great, Richard is a brilliant teacher and explains everything in detail so you genuinely understand how things work the way they do, plus he's pretty funny. It really motivated me to do more classes.
The studio itself is well equipped and clean, when you walk in to where you'll be working everything is pre laid out for you (your material, pencils, glue guns etc) so you don't really need to move from that spot until the end when you move your work away so that was really useful. The unit is compact but enough for 8-10 people as everything seems to be thought out in detail. i.e the glue guns are wireless so you don't have cables going everywhere.
Simple things like having name tags as well so you don't have awkward moments when you want to ask someone for help is a nice touch.
I may have been lucky but the crowd of people who were there were great too which made the experience all the better.
I think it's important to note that what you actually make on your first session is different to the picture, it's more like an A5 notepad (slightly thinner) and a bit taller, it's the basis for one long piece to make 2 coasters from, which if you chose to do will be in your second session.
I'll be back for the "Part II" and the plan is to build a table at some point his year :)
Martin - 4 February 2022
Great course Great guy. I currently wrote a review saying average and I have tried to change it. There was some misunderstanding myself. So 100% Great course and apologies
Kate H - 13 January 2022
Richard was a great teacher and walked us through using resin & the basics of making river tables. Would recommend!
Matteo Errigo - 12 January 2022
The workshop was fun and informative. They properly teach you how to make an epoxy resin river so that you can then do it by yourself. The actual project does not really look like the pictures on the booking page but it's a rather small and thin sample (the size of an envelope and 1 cm thick).
Jason Eyles - 10 January 2022
I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in working with epoxy resin, Richard was very knowledgeable and was happy to answer any and all questions.
Jessica - 10 January 2022
My colleagues gifted me this workshop for my birthday and I had such a blast! It was a great way to spend an afternoon and now I want to make my own dining table!
Jessica - 10 January 2022
My colleagues gifted me this workshop for my birthday and I had such a blast! It was a great way to spend an afternoon and now I want to make my own dining table!
Jessica - 10 January 2022
My colleagues gifted me this workshop for my birthday and I had such a blast! It was a great way to spend an afternoon and now I want to make my own dining table!
Toni Street - 10 January 2022
Thank you to Richard for a great beginners resin course. It was purchased for my husband’s birthday present, we had a great time and look forward to using all of our new knowledge and skills in the future. Would definitely recommend!
Michael Cole - 10 January 2022
This was my first crafty course attended but definitely won’t be my last. Richard was a great host and course leader and I really enjoyed the morning at The River Shop. If you’re thinking of dipping your toe into a crafting experience, I’d highly recommend this.
Sarah Cook - 9 January 2022
Great session, really interesting and enjoyable.
David Spaughton - 9 January 2022
A very informative class set at a sensible level for those starting out with resin. Richard, taking the class answered questions and gave lots of help making the time fly by.
Joanne Farrell - 9 January 2022
A fun and informative workshop. Would recommend to everyone who wants to learn the technicalities of working with epoxy resin without any prior experience. Suitable for all ages as both me and my 11 year old thoroughly enjoyed Richard's teaching and getting creative!
Matthew Luckhurst - 9 January 2022
Good course, Richard was very knowledgeable and was happy to answer any and all questions.
Viv C - 9 January 2022
Would definitely recommend this workshop. The instructor - Richard - was a great teacher - very knowledgeable and helpful, and you get to make a creation that can either be collected at a later date or posted to you. Bought the workshop as a Xmas gift for my other half and we both really enjoyed it.
Andrée Pattinson - 9 January 2022
Brilliant class. Richard is a great teacher. I am definitely going to do more classes with him.
Thanks Richard
PUMMI - 9 January 2022
Great course, lovely enjoyable, super interesting course. Rodger was lovely teacher. I highly recommend this whether your into art or diy or just for fun. It’s a great concept and my sister took me along. We are both doing the part 2 too. Really beautiful what you can achieve with resin. Highly recommend this course
NICCI - 9 January 2022
Very interesting And well planned course. Professional and easy to follow. Certainly will continue to part two.
Anonymous - 9 January 2022
Great location and venue.
Richard very knowledgeable and encouraging with engagement of the group.
We thoroughly enjoyed our morning.
We highly recommend this workshop for anyone new to resin.
Huseyin Yenersu - 9 January 2022
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Ashleigh Mead-Herbert - 8 January 2022
Friendly teacher and great knowledge
Ashleigh Mead-Herbert - 8 January 2022
Friendly teacher and great knowledge
Justin - 8 December 2021
The venue was great. We learned a lot about resin and completed an exercise preparing the wood, calculating and mixing Resin. Then the fun part of mixing colours and designing how you wish your piece to look. The teacher knows everything about this topic. Resin is very serious and his knowledge proves it. He made it enjoyable and was very encouraging.
Justin - 8 December 2021
The venue was great. We learned a lot about resin and completed an exercise preparing the wood, calculating and mixing Resin. Then the fun part of mixing colours and designing how you wish your piece to look. The teacher knows everything about this topic. Resin is very serious and his knowledge proves it. He made it enjoyable and was very encouraging.
Justin - 8 December 2021
The venue was great. We learned a lot about resin and completed an exercise preparing the wood, calculating and mixing Resin. Then the fun part of mixing colours and designing how you wish your piece to look. The teacher knows everything about this topic. Resin is very serious and his knowledge proves it. He made it enjoyable and was very encouraging.
Justin - 8 December 2021
The venue was great. We learned a lot about resin and completed an exercise preparing the wood, calculating and mixing Resin. Then the fun part of mixing colours and designing how you wish your piece to look. The teacher knows everything about this topic. Resin is very serious and his knowledge proves it. He made it enjoyable and was very encouraging.
Anna Buldakova - 5 December 2021
Great class! Richard, our teacher, was very knowledgeable and shared with us a lot of insights on how to work with epoxy resin. We'll be back for part II!
Viktor Buldakov - 5 December 2021
We with my wife liked this master class a lot! It was really great to try epoxy resin and we enjoyed our time.
I can certainly recommend this mater class to others and we are planning to go to part 2 to finish our work!
Max E. - 5 December 2021
The workshop with Richard was great! He created a very welcoming and open atmosphere, allowing us to learn and be creative without risk.
It was very informative and I'm very much looking forward to joining him again for another workshop soon (booked in already)
Nick Thoeodosi - 5 December 2021
interestng and informative
Jo Preston - 5 December 2021
Well structured and taught class. Open honest advice from knowledgeable teacher.
Ikram - 5 December 2021
The resin art class is an amazing workshop to learn tips, the resin quality and techniques, and the step-by-step process. Thank you Richard for sharing your knowledge and experience and I look forward to take other classes and learn more about the resin art.
Sheri Sultan - 5 December 2021
Richard was very informative and I have left the class with a very basic understanding of using resin.
I do however feel the class was a little too large for the actual workshop we were in. Myself and my group (of 5) were in quite a cramped area with no natural light. The rest of the attendees in the class were on the other side of the room on a large table with lots more light. Richard seemed to focus on that side of the room for most of the class.
Just a small criticism, but when I asked a question and needed help, Richard told me to hang on and wait. It would have been nice to have the help i needed as everyone processes information differently.
Keily Potter - 5 December 2021
Really enjoyed the beginners Epoxy Workshop. Very clear and straight forward instruction/guidance. Definitely recommend and will be going back to learn more!!
Daniel - 17 November 2021
Richard was very insightful and informative, I enjoyed the experience and would recommend to a frien
Daniel - 17 November 2021
Richard was very insightful and informative, I enjoyed the experience and would recommend to a frien
Aaron Blythe - 13 November 2021
The course was brilliant, very well organized and good fun.
Andrew Lebas - 13 November 2021
If you want to make a river table then this is a good place to start. Our tutor Richard was welcoming and explained everything we wanted to know in a calm and collective manner. I would highly recommend this course for anyone who wants to make beautiful things out of resin.
Gerda - 13 November 2021
Very good informative course
Jacob - 13 November 2021
Great couples activity. Looking to make a river table at some point and very glad we attended the course. Learn how to prepare a frame for your wood, and the right conditions for curing. Thanks guys
Jemima - 13 November 2021
Loved it! Gave us the confidence to try a project of our own and taught us all the do’s and don’ts. Great host. Made us very comfortable
Julie Johnson - 12 November 2021
Great course learnt more of the tips and tricks needed for a successful project from creating the mould, calculating the mixture needed to complete the pour and colour mixes. Would love to know how to book for the 2nd day and the cost...
Envil Francis - 10 November 2021
It was a great experience and I learned a lot
Envil Francis - 10 November 2021
It was a great experience and I learned a lot
kiran cheema - 10 November 2021
had a great time.. was brill
The instructor was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions, would highly recommend this for anyone looking for a little boost before they start their first project
Alina and Diego - 9 November 2021
Very fun workshop! It was a present activity for my fiancé and he liked it a lot! George explained things very clearly and with good sense of humour which made it a very engaging workshop. Will come back for part 2 !
Serena - 8 November 2021
What a great workshop!
It was our first experience with resin and we enjoyed it very much.
Great location, timing and teacher :)
Raffaele - 8 November 2021
My wife and I spent a great morning with Richard.
The venue was lovely and well organized.
The teacher was kind, patient, and funny.
We simply loved it!
Peter Handcock - 8 November 2021
I was interested in this course because it was an essential first step to a much larger project that I have in mind. The clarity of the information given and the friendly delivery and chat amongst fellow students made for a most enjoyable afternoon, and a brilliant first step for my project.
Anne Handcock - 8 November 2021
I had no preconceptions about this course, and being in my 70’s I wondered if I would keep up. No need to be concerned, Richard was a very competent and friendly teacher, made sure everyone was comfortable with the information and lent a hand with any practical difficulties. I thoroughly enjoyed making the first piece I have done, and have the appetite for more. It may be the start of a brand new hobby.
The venue was well equipped, and the arrival instructions actually worked out perfectly although it seemed a little deserted when we got there early! I would thoroughly recommend.
Anne Handcock - 8 November 2021
I had no preconceptions about this course, and being in my 70’s I wondered if I would keep up. No need to be concerned, Richard was a very competent and friendly teacher, made sure everyone was comfortable with the information and lent a hand with any practical difficulties. I thoroughly enjoyed making the first piece I have done, and have the appetite for more. It may be the start of a brand new hobby.
The venue was well equipped, and the arrival instructions actually worked out perfectly although it seemed a little deserted when we got there early! I would thoroughly recommend.
Maria O'Neill - 8 November 2021
Attended the Epoxy Resin Workshop on Sat 6 Nov in Woolwich.
Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Richard is a great teacher, and took us carefully through the various stages, so at the end we had created beautiful mini epoxy resin river tables. Fantastic, and I can't wait to receive it when it's dried.
Thanks
Maria
Jessie Nicholson - 7 November 2021
Learnt about epoxy table making. Teacher was friendly and informative.
Venue was nice and easy to get to.
Jessie Nicholson - 7 November 2021
Learnt about epoxy table making. Teacher was friendly and informative.
Venue was nice and easy to get to.
Louisa Dawes - 7 November 2021
An amazing course - simple, informative and so well organised. You have everything you need laid out in front of you and just need to follow Richards instructions to come away with a lot of knowledge and something beautiful you made yourself. Thanks Richards I throughly enjoyed my afternoon!
Louisa Dawes - 7 November 2021
An amazing course - simple, informative and so well organised. You have everything you need laid out in front of you and just need to follow Richards instructions to come away with a lot of knowledge and something beautiful you made yourself. Thanks Richards I throughly enjoyed my afternoon!
Penny - 6 November 2021
Very good experience, Richard was a great teacher, we learnt a lot and look forward to receiving our finished pieces. Best wishes, Richard and James
Ollie Morris - 9 October 2021
If you are interested in getting into epoxy this is the course for you. Richard was great. He explained how everything worked and interacted with the whole group. Recommended.
Ross Trowbridge - 6 October 2021
So much fun! Had a blast with this course. It was well planned, explained, educational and had great fun making my river piece. As a complete novice, never having done any epoxy before, I can’t recommend enough how at ease and comfortable I felt and would urge anyone reading this to get booked in. Hopefully I’ll be back for another course one day soon. Thank you!
Mark Brown - 5 October 2021
I enjoyed the class on Saturday, it was a good experience and to try something new.
Richard explained everything clearly and was helpful.
I am now looking forward to seeing my cured board and joining Part 2 soon.
Thank you
Debra Wickins - 5 October 2021
Absolute loved this little craft workshop. This was the perfect birthday gift for me! I have wanted to try resin for a long time but was not confident enough. Richard, the teacher, was amazing and explained everything in great detail. I came away with the confidence to give it a go by myself. Would highly recommend this for any crafty lovers out there that want to try something new.
Steve Katzarski - 4 October 2021
Had great fun at the workshop, Richard is very knowledgable and experienced. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try something new!
Angela Hodgkins - 4 October 2021
Learned how to prepare the mould, the wood and the epoxy resin in the first stage of making a pair of coasters. Very useful basic info for someone wishing to pursue this as either a hobby or business and very easy to understand. Highlighted potential pitfalls that could be very costly.
Brogan Jones - 4 October 2021
Was good fun and the teacher was very knowledgable and patient, staying after class to answer my questions.
Tanya Cordrey - 3 October 2021
Great course. Easy to follow instruction and a lot of fun. Definitely keen to do part 2
Reem Al Gazairy - 3 October 2021
I enjoyed it a lot , learn more and it did open my eyes
Lisa Coote - 3 October 2021
All the equipment that we needed to be able do our Epoxy Course was conveniently in our own plastic tray for us. Richard was a great tutor, he explained everything meticulously and we were able to ask any questions we needed. He was keen to share his knowledge and I now feel very happy that I can make something with confidence. I would definitely recommend this course.
Shig - 3 October 2021
Did the beginners class, its a very good 1st step into working with resin, there's alot more too it than you'd think.
Richard has extensive knowledge and shares it well. Every step is very clearly and simply explained. Highly recommended.
Tim Allen - 3 October 2021
Overall very good, great fun and I learned a lot, loads of useful tips and advice. I was also very happy with the result. The only criticism I would make is that there were a lot of people on the workshop and it was fairly full on with a lot to cover - a break in the middle for tea and discussion would have been very welcome, rather than at the beginning.
Emma bruggenwirth - 3 October 2021
Richard was really informative and happy to answer any questions. It was a very hands on course and it was great to get really creative at the end with the colours of the resin. Excited to get started and try it at home.
James Austin - 18 September 2021
Learned a lot in an afternoon and I’d be confident in taking on bigger projects in future. Richard a great friendly tutor.
Will Swannell - 11 September 2021
Richard is a great teacher. The class was friendly and informative. A big success!
Will Swannell - 11 September 2021
Richard is a great teacher. The class was friendly and informative. A big success!
Anonymous - 11 September 2021
Great experience..clear guidance. Though would like to have had more time as weighing out materials and blow torching were not permitted. All round good course though, would recommend.
Diana Osman - 8 September 2021
Great atmosphere, good Information and products - attentive and informative teacher. I recommend this course
Jay - 6 September 2021
What a fabulous way to spend a Saturday!
My wife and I had an enjoyable morning in the company of Richard, the course tutor, and some friendly fellow participants.
We learnt about many aspects of working with epoxy resin - including design issues, health & safety and practical considerations. We not only learnt the theory, but were taken step by step through the hands-on process of making our own wood and resin coasters.
Richard was a great teacher - knowledgeable and friendly.
We shall definitely be back for Part Two of the course.
Andrew Cooper - 5 September 2021
Many thanks to friendly forces Courses for the epoxy resins beginners learning experience on Saturday, very informative and made easy to understand.
Highly recommended
Ian Whitlock - 5 September 2021
Great course - thoroughly enjoyable! Richard is able to set out the key principles of using epoxy resin, and the use these principles to make a simple board. I will be back to attend the follow on course !
Amma - 5 September 2021
Fantastic, fun class with a kind, patient teacher. Learnt a lot about the process and had a lot of fun working on our own creation. The teacher gave us great tips and watch outs for working with resin on our own - super helpful to hear from straight an expert.
Liz Edwins - 4 September 2021
I was a complete beginner to work with epoxy resin and I learned lots of the practical skills, principles and also how to put your own artistic stamp on your work. My class was run by Richard who was very welcoming and interesting. He made me feel at ease so I felt able to ask questions and check when I wasn’t sure.
The workshop is light, airy and was set in an interesting creative hub.
I had a really great morning and certainly want to come back for the second part of the course.
Liz Edwins - 4 September 2021
I was a complete beginner to work with epoxy resin and I learned lots of the practical skills, principles and also how to put your own artistic stamp on your work. My class was run by Richard who was very welcoming and interesting. He made me feel at ease so I felt able to ask questions and check when I wasn’t sure.
The workshop is light, airy and was set in an interesting creative hub.
I had a really great morning and certainly want to come back for the second part of the course.
Josh Gill - 27 August 2021
Really great and informative workshop. Taking away lots of ideas and can't wait to see how I can funk up all the scraps of wood in my garage!
Lamia Estatie - 23 August 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed the Beginners Epoxy workshop! I attended with my mom and we were welcomed from the start. Richard was friendly, professional and happy to answer questions about working with resin. I learned a lot and feel equipped with enough information to go ahead and start my own project. Will certainly be recommending this workshop to my friends!
Anne Woollett - 23 August 2021
Excellent course, conducted in a great group and delivered by a fantastic tutor. Richard took us through the process of creating a scaled down river table at a comfortable pace, taking the time to ensure we had a solid understanding of the processes involved, and giving us plenty of opportunity to explain our aspirations and plans with regard to future projects, and then apply the process to those concepts. It was great to be able to get a pragmatic perspective on the subject - emphasing how we can realistically reduce the cost of working with resin, how to avoid common mistakes, and ensuring our planning and preparation is on point. It gives me a great deal of confidence in working with resin on small and large projects alike. In addition, I just really enjoyed the process of being creative with resin - in the past, it's been a case of working quickly to ensure I get it done without making major mistakes... but here I was confident that I could take my time, learn, be creative, and it would still work out. All in all, a brilliant experience and a valuable new skill. Thank you!
Anthony Marsh - 23 August 2021
Brilliant course! Excellent facilitator
Wenying Li & Tom Bennett - 22 August 2021
Tom and I had a great time at this class. I have always loved epoxy resin river tables and there is no other class like this in London. We have worked with resin on a smaller scale before, but it was fun learning to do it with wooden boards, and constructing the mould etc. It's relaxing, mindful and creative. And there arent't too many people, so the teacher has time to answer everyone's questions.
Salma - 21 August 2021
The workshop was fantastic. Richard was welcoming, friendly and happy to answer all questions. He walked us through the steps very clearly and provided all the information needed for us to go home and get started on a project. Highly recommend!
James Josling - 21 August 2021
An excellent introduction to epoxy resin. Very relaxed atmosphere and lots of tips on how to do your own projects
Mark Hollyhead - 21 August 2021
Great course (beginners epoxy resin), clear steps and help regardless of previous experience. Richard very informative and supportive, as well as keen people go away and practice the skills.
Tilly Steed - 10 August 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed the course I took part in and would highly recommend. I’ve always enjoyed making new things and had given resin a go before but never seemed to have a good outcome. I feel as if no YouTube video could help me as much as this course did it was clear with instructions and the teacher was extremely friendly and helped out the whole team. He was very open to answering questions and made the activity more enjoyable. It opened my eyes to try new things at home and I would love to take part in another activity like this soon. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and one I would recommended to others in the future.
Tilly Steed - 10 August 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed the course I took part in and would highly recommend. I’ve always enjoyed making new things and had given resin a go before but never seemed to have a good outcome. I feel as if no YouTube video could help me as much as this course did it was clear with instructions and the teacher was extremely friendly and helped out the whole team. He was very open to answering questions and made the activity more enjoyable. It opened my eyes to try new things at home and I would love to take part in another activity like this soon. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and one I would recommended to others in the future.
Tilly Steed - 10 August 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed the course I took part in and would highly recommend. I’ve always enjoyed making new things and had given resin a go before but never seemed to have a good outcome. I feel as if no YouTube video could help me as much as this course did it was clear with instructions and the teacher was extremely friendly and helped out the whole team. He was very open to answering questions and made the activity more enjoyable. It opened my eyes to try new things at home and I would love to take part in another activity like this soon. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and one I would recommended to others in the future.
Tilly Steed - 10 August 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed the course I took part in and would highly recommend. I’ve always enjoyed making new things and had given resin a go before but never seemed to have a good outcome. I feel as if no YouTube video could help me as much as this course did it was clear with instructions and the teacher was extremely friendly and helped out the whole team. He was very open to answering questions and made the activity more enjoyable. It opened my eyes to try new things at home and I would love to take part in another activity like this soon. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and one I would recommended to others in the future.
Siena Marquard - 9 August 2021
Had a great time as an intermediate resin user at the resin beginners course part 1, despite having worked with resin and paint alone previously I still learnt a lot from this course in terms of woodworking and combining resin and wood properly :)
Siena Marquard - 9 August 2021
Had a great time as an intermediate resin user at the resin beginners course part 1, despite having worked with resin and paint alone previously I still learnt a lot from this course in terms of woodworking and combining resin and wood properly :)
Jacqui Bertie-White - 9 August 2021
What a great class to start my epoxy resin journey. I didn’t really know fully what to expect from the class, as I’ve never used resin before. It’s amazing what things you can use it for. I am buzzing with ideas now. The course, run by Richard, was taught at just the right pace for everyone to follow. Richard was full of very detailed information for us and nothing was too much trouble to answer, no matter how small. It was a nice sized class and just right for the room size.
I will definitely be coming back for the Epoxy Resin Part 2 class.
Maureen Brown - 9 August 2021
My main reason for going on the course was to see what I was doing wrong with my try at mixing the resins Richard pointed me in the right direction. I would recommend this course to anyone into resin I learnt so much and really enjoyed it. Richard teaches at a good speed not fast so you can follow him and ask him questions.
baneesh chopra - 9 August 2021
Great informative beginners class into Epoxy Resin, very helpful teacher and great learning environment. They also ensured we were all comfortable from a Covid Social Distancing perspective. Well worth it!
clive steed - 8 August 2021
Really great course.
Resin looks easy on YouTube but there was no substitute for being in a room with an expert answering questions and demonstrating things in a relaxed and pleasant environment.
Picked up some really useful tips and now feel more confident to give things a go.
Will certainly come back.
Plenty of parking
COVID procedure was all good.
A great day many thanks.
David Norwood - 7 August 2021
A few things I learned was measuring resin, in a covid19 friendly environment, instructors took in account my disability, ps you don't always see this in courses, questions where answered and a worthwhile course, a enjoyable day out learned a lot and can't wait for the results to get home.
David Norwood - 7 August 2021
A few things I learned was measuring resin, in a covid19 friendly environment, instructors took in account my disability, ps you don't always see this in courses, questions where answered and a worthwhile course, a enjoyable day out learned a lot and can't wait for the results to get home.
Victor Wright - 13 July 2021
Thanks for well informed and very interesting beginners course the presentation was excellent and the hands-on
experiences was a great help to the understanding of epoxy reading . Vic Wright
Graham Mackman - 11 July 2021
Superb intro course to resin. Everything was provided and the pace was perfect, it was good fun, meeting others interested in the same thing. The tutors enthusiasm came through and he gave enough time to each as well as providing great tips. Do this course if you have an interest in resin art.
Sue r - 3 July 2021
The team were very friendly and helpful.
Maggie L - 1 July 2021
Really enjoyable and informative beginners course. My partner and I attended - having been mesmerized by river pours on YouTube, and wanting to trial the technique ourselves - maybe have a go at a larger project down the track. Richard, the instructor, was patient, detailed and eager to inspire people to have a go with a project. The class if well paced, and stepped out - as you make a mold, mix your resin and then pour. The end result is a board, but you can come back to part 2 to create coasters. Thank you - we had an enjoyable workshop and learned a lot! :)
Steven - 30 June 2021
Great beginner's class for those interested in learning the basics. Teaching was clear and at a pace suitable for all. We look forward to seeing the finished product!
Janine Khoshnevisan - 29 June 2021
I did this course recently and was thoroughly impressed. The process was well explained with plenty of hints and tips on how to continue with this medium on your own afterwards. In spite of us all being complete beginners we produced stunning and sometimes surprisingly interesting results. No two were the same. I would highly recommend this course.
Ros - 28 June 2021
Richard is a great teacher. I especially appreciated the insider knowledge he provides on the practicalities of working with resin, and the expensive mistakes that are so easily made. A great course.
Moet - 26 June 2021
Richard was very informative & guided the class really well.
Emma Spice - 15 June 2021
Fantastic course! Really knowledgeable teacher, I can’t wait to go back again.
Sarah Dorans - 8 June 2021
Really enjoyed this course and will be returning for the part 2. Well organised. A good introduction to working with resin and lots of useful information. Thankyou
Alan Lobb - 4 June 2021
Fantastic course to start you off.
Very helpful and friendly.
Would highly recommend.
Alan Lobb - 4 June 2021
Fantastic course to start you off.
Very helpful and friendly.
Would highly recommend.
Hassan Ali - 3 June 2021
The epoxy resin class is great for beginners and the teachers are very helpful.
Monica Moise - 1 June 2021
They teaching as step by step. I really like and I want to learn everything what is posible.is very nice to work with resin.thank you for everything and see you again soon.
Jessica - 31 May 2021
Richard was a great instructor - will definitely be back!
Daniel Ingram - 31 May 2021
A very helpful class if you want to begin your journey with epoxy resin teacher was very helpful and more than happy to answer any questions
Donna Gouldthorpe - 30 May 2021
Really enjoyed the class. Our teacher Richard was very knowledgeable. Would recommend.
John Gouldthorpe - 30 May 2021
My wife and I attended the introductory class for working with resin. What an amazing class. Richard was extremely knowledgeable and we honestly can't wait for our next class! I feel that the way he taught our class really excited us with wanting to learn more about working with resin. CAN'T WAIT!!!
Wendy Saunders - 30 May 2021
I enjoyed the course and will be booking the next one soon 👍
Louise Parker - 30 May 2021
Had a really educational day with Richard and his team. It’s was so useful to learn how to do a live edge pour. There’s not much he doesn’t know about resin. I will definitely be signing up for more of his classes. 100% worth doing. Thanks Richard
Daniel I - 29 May 2021
Great beginners epoxy resin workshop teacher very informative and happy to answer all questions a great base to start your epoxy journey
Sara I - 29 May 2021
Great beginners workshop, learnt everything needed to start using epoxy and combining with wood. Very helpful and friendly teaching. Venue was easy to find and well equipped for workshop.
Alison Bailey - 19 May 2021
It was a very good course. It gave a good insight to know how and where to start with making a resin table.
Richard was very informative about the subject matter and knew his craft well.
If you would like to know how to make a resin table - this course would be very beneficial as a starting point.
I had 2 guests with me and they really enjoyed the experience too.
john greening - 18 May 2021
Pros.
The teacher was friendly, funny and welcoming. Parking is good.
Mould making concept was well explained. Concepts of resin, weighing and mixing are very well explained.
Time is well spent making sure each student understood the volume calculations.
Teacher happy to stay back to answer any and all questions and offers email advice.
Cons.
Group quite large (12ish)
Not take away notes.
Project wasn't a usable item (6 inch chopping board?)
Very structured, so no options what you are making or for embedded items in the cast etc.
Volume calculations didn't work so the Mould was half empty.
Mould was pre-cut. Wood was pre-cut. Torching out bubbles was a 'watch only' experience as no one was allowed to touch the torch. Most bubble were missed so the project wasn't worth keeping. Temp, humidity etc are mentioned as important but not explained.
Course was not as described.
The course states 2.5 hours but is really 2 hours at most and it is not a course, it is only PART of a basic course.
Even though is states......
WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS CLASS?
...... walk away with your very own unique live edge pour.
This not true.
The class stops at the pouring stage. Instead of bringing out solid pours to use to learn the full process you are told you have to pay £90 more to finish your first one on another day. Therefore you don't learn milling, planing, routing, sanding, wet flatting, polishing, waxing, etc.
This could be a very good course.
Joseph Frost - 18 May 2021
Great intro course for all things resin!
Richard was a really knowledgeable and empathetic tutor who had time for everyone on the course no matter the level.
Can't wait to book on to part 2
Aimee Gatliffe - 18 May 2021
Perfect introduction to epoxy resin. Really enjoyable and taught clearly with great descriptions and information.
Ike - 18 May 2021
The teacher was so friendly and helpful. Its so amazing how simple he made things! I really enjoyed this course and would highly recommend!
David - 15 May 2021
Really great lesson, very easy to follow, not at all intimidating as a less craftsy person
Amanda S - 15 May 2021
A hands on and fun learning experience with Richard who made the session informative and enjoyable. I've signed up for Part 2 and highly recommend the course to anyone curious on taking on an epoxy resin hobby.
Dave Grant - 3 May 2021
Superb. Richard was clear, patient, friendly and informative. Agneisha (sorry for spelling!) was really helpful too. The preparation, facilities and organisation were great. We got stuck straight in, and ended up with a nice finished piece. It was an excellent introduction and well worth doing.
Jo Grant - 3 May 2021
Great workshop, very informative, enjoyed by the whole family. Thank you Richard & Agnisha
Dominic Beckett - 2 May 2021
I really enjoyed this course. Richard was a fantastic teacher, all the instructions were really clear and everything was well prepped. It was exactly what I hoped for in terms of getting stuck in and learning the epoxy process.
I'm looking forward to getting my work back, and can't wait to get the materials together and have another go now I feel more confident.
Would recommend!
Andrew Green - 2 May 2021
Fantastic course! Everyone was really friendly and we dove straight into making a miniature river table! All details were explained thoroughly and with patience. Would 100% recommend anyone taking this as their first class.
Thanks guys!
Andrew
Matthew Grant - 1 May 2021
The instructor and assistant were very friendly and supportive on the course, and made it easy for me to understand, and I now feel capable that I could reproduce this and it has widened my understanding of epoxy resin
Matthew Grant - 1 May 2021
The instructor and assistant were very friendly and supportive on the course, and made it easy for me to understand, and I now feel capable that I could reproduce this and it has widened my understanding of epoxy resin
Matthew Grant - 1 May 2021
The instructor and assistant were very friendly and supportive on the course, and made it easy for me to understand, and I now feel capable that I could reproduce this and it has widened my understanding of epoxy resin
Adrian - 1 May 2021
Really good beginners course today, all Covid protocols explained and adhered to. Very interesting insight into how to work with and manage Epoxy resin products and I will be looking at the other courses once I've had the time to practice what we've learnt today.
Erin Smith - 1 May 2021
I absolutely loved this course. It was informative and fun. It’s definitely given me more confidence in trying more stuff. I’m definitely going to be back for part 2.
The teachers were friendly and easy to talk to.
Erin Smith - 1 May 2021
I absolutely loved this course. It was informative and fun. It’s definitely given me more confidence in trying more stuff. I’m definitely going to be back for part 2.
The teachers were friendly and easy to talk to.
KateT - 19 April 2021
Lots of fun trying my hand at something new, and really pleased with the end result. Workshop is large and relatively spacious - a good thing, in these strange, socially-distanced times.
Michelle - 17 April 2021
A great introduction to epoxy resin for beginners. I learned so much and I am looking forward to working on larger projects.
Thank you Richard.
Rose - 17 April 2021
Very good fun, Richard was a very good at imparting his knowledge and experience, and the course itself was very hands on and practical. Overall great experience and I would recommend to others.
Ion Somesan - 4 April 2021
Everything went really well Richard was brilliant covering everything and more.
John - 4 April 2021
Richard is a good instructor. He knew I was a complete novice and took the time to guide me through the process. I came in with zero knowledge, and left the session with a good understanding of how I could make my own resin creation. Well worth the time and the money.
FAIZA KASSIM - 22 March 2021
Thanks Richard for teaching us and give everyone time to ask questions and answer it for more details. I really like the workshop clean and tidy, social distance, everyone has their own equipment for training. Definitely I will come back for more training. Thanks
James Francis - 21 March 2021
Really enjoyed the class, teacher was really good and made the whole thing enjoyable, would definitely recommend
Joyce Misrahi - 21 March 2021
Richard was a grat teacher and explained everything in details.
Dan Wagner - 21 March 2021
A great intro to epoxy resin principles & process. The course was structured to help anyone understand the basics. The teacher was very engaging and really friendly. I felt I learned a lot from the course and created a foundation of knowledge to start building upon. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in learning more about the craft.
Roberto Jordaney - 20 March 2021
Amazing couple of hours, the teacher was very informative and he suggested many tips. A real Expert!
Giulia Leone - 20 March 2021
Lovely atmosphere, also for people who never had experience with wood-resin. Very formative!
Dawn Tilley - 20 March 2021
Richard was a really good instructor, very informative and really nice. Very well organised afernoon, very much enjoyed and will be back!
Adam Barnes - 31 December 2020
A great resin workshop working on a smaller scale, but the instructor was able to relate everything so you would be able to pour a large table
Very knowledgable regarding the entire table construction
A great day
Adam Barnes - 31 December 2020
A great resin workshop working on a smaller scale, but the instructor was able to relate everything so you would be able to pour a large table
Very knowledgable regarding the entire table construction
A great day
Emily - 21 December 2020
Fantastic workshop, great atmosphere, great teacher, can't wait to do more there!
Anca Peter - 12 December 2020
I had a great time participating to beginners epoxy resin workshop course. I had the answers to all of my questions, so thank you Richard for the unique experience. I am looking forward for the next resin course!
David Kohler - 10 December 2020
Well informed trainer, an interesting course
David Kohler - 10 December 2020
Well informed trainer, an interesting course
Florinel - 6 December 2020
Very nice experience!
I'm a lot more confident and wish to come back for another class!
Thank you!
Dan - 5 December 2020
This was a great course which set out all the steps clearly. It would have been good to have a list of the steps afterwards because I didn’t take notes. Richard was friendly and accomodated the pandemic . The coffee at the start was a nice touch
Angel - 1 December 2020
I can't recommend this class enough. The venue was spacious and airy. The teacher, Richard, was quite friendly and does know his stuff.
He took his time to explain each step/process, and was able to answer all our questions.
Ronnie - 30 November 2020
Enjoyed the workshop, chance to ask some technical questions and learn a few new techniques. Look forward to a finishing course in future.
Greg - 29 November 2020
Very interesting 1st lesson, learnt alot, worth while
Wojtek - 29 November 2020
Really good and interesting course smashing introduction to Epoxy expiration
Davide Piovani - 29 November 2020
I recommend this course to those people who approach the world of resin for the first time and I found qualified teachers ready to remove any doubts.
Thank you
Andy - 29 November 2020
A great course learnt loads Richard was very knowledgeable, thanks
Claude - 29 November 2020
A great introduction to river tables and epoxy resin work! super fun, informative easy to follow and looking forward to doing more! Thank you
Claude
Anne Reyero - 18 November 2020
Richard, the teacher, was extremely helpful, informative & patient and also Agy his assistant.
The course was so enjoyable and I managed to produce a piece of work that I'm extremely pleased with.
All covid regulations complied with, felt very safe.
Would recommend this course to anyone, even if you think you're not very artistic - you will be guided through the process which is easy to follow.
Mark - 16 November 2020
I booked this for my wife as a birthday gift. She loved it, says she feels a lot more confident to give it a go on her own. Richard was very knowledgeable and patient in answering lots of questions on the day.
Jozef - 16 November 2020
Great fun as an introduction or refresher to epoxy resin.
Good direction from a confident and friendly team.
Looking forward to exploring this in more detail.
Stacey - 15 November 2020
Had a great day with Richard, learning all the foundations and tricks of the trade when working with resin. Everything was well organised and resources were as required. A lot of fun and an informative experience. Thank you all.
Stacey - 15 November 2020
Great workshop. Very informative and fun too!
They reduced class sizes so was easily able to stay socially distanced throughout. Highly recommended
Marius - 15 November 2020
Everything was perfect from the moment we arrived until the end of the course.
I'm looking forward for an intermediate course.
Thank you !
Kevin - 15 November 2020
Very good course , Richard was very helpful and answered all my questions with full knowledge
If there is a course 2 I will be booking it
Kev
John McCrum - 15 November 2020
Arrived at the course a greenhorn after two hours felt I had a real grounding in the subject.
thank you Richard
great venue
John Mccrum - 15 November 2020
Arrived at the course a greenhorn after two hours felt I had areal grounding in the subject.
thank you Richard
John Mccrum - 15 November 2020
Arrived at the course a greenhorn after two hours felt I had areal grounding in the subject.
thank you Richard
Jacqueline Diment - 15 November 2020
I very much enjoyed the course, Richard is a great teacher. The course was was well presented and easy to follow and Richard was knowledgable and happy to answer any questions. I was very pleased with the finished item.
The venue is fantastic a building dedicated to craft!
Claire - 14 November 2020
Loved my resin workshop today, really well organised , clear guidance and tips on how best to work with the materials. Came away inspired to do more and keen to take advantage of the next classes. Very COVID safe.
Jan Allen - 12 November 2020
Richard was a good teacher.really enjoyed the experience.
Jan Allen - 12 November 2020
Richard was a good teacher.really enjoyed the experience.
Jan Allen - 12 November 2020
Richard was a good teacher.really enjoyed the experience.
Martin Withington - 11 November 2020
Great course! Really enjoyable, easy to follow and very informative!
I really enjoyed this course and learnt a lot, this will really help me in the future with my resin projects.
The venue was really easy to find and the teacher was also great.
Gus - 7 November 2020
After recently being made redundant from a job i had been doing for 35 years & no longer enjoying, i decided it would be nice to do something that i would enjoy. After looking at images of river tables & finding them fascinating i booked myself on the river table course. It turned out to be a wise move as the course has left me with a confidence that i didn't have before attending. I have looked at many videos on this subject but nothing has given me the confidence to try & make a river table on my own. I would highly recommend taking this course if you are thinking of making one of these amazing tables.
Anna Moran - 4 November 2020
Really interesting, informative course. I only went to keep a friend company, as we have a shared love of all things crafty, but I ended up getting a lot more out of it than expected and would now love to explore the medium of resin more. Thanks Richard for a great experience. Would definitely recommend to anyone considering this course.
Greg - 3 November 2020
Great workshop, really enjoyed the experience. Very informative and fun.
Nicci - 1 November 2020
Wow. Brilliant.
Theory & pitfalls explained.
Richard was very good.
Would recommend even if you are doing smaller pieces.
My husband and I really enjoyed it very much indeed.
If you want to take up a new hobby this is a perfect starter to get you going.
Well done Richard & Thank you so much.
The Blackburn's.
Julia Seymour - 31 October 2020
The course was really good. I learned all the basics that I need to know to get started with epoxy resin. Everything was provided, teacher was very knowledgeable, venue was good. I can't wait to get my finished piece once it's fully dried! Thank you :)
Karen Griffith - 31 October 2020
Great course, definitely has me hooked on exploring epoxy resin further and creating more pieces. Richard very informative and clearly loves what he does. Highly recommended
Simon Au - 31 October 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed the epoxy resin course. It was well organised and the staff are really helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this beginners course and look forward to the full table making course.
Simon & Karen
Adam Sheppard - 31 October 2020
Really good course. I learn't lots of little tricks advice which I wouldn't have been able to get easily online. Course was a very good length. Instructor was very friendly and helpful.
Yiannis - 27 October 2020
The workshop was very enjoyable and a great introduction into Epoxy Resin and using it to craft things at home as a hobby. The workshop covers some good topics such as calculating how much resin you need and the ratio mix with hardener etc. Richard is very friendly and happy to answer any questions you might have.
Andy Proudfoot - 25 October 2020
Attended this course with a friend with a view to ultimately making small tables at home. The location is very easy to find and the workshop was the perfect size for our class of 12 people. The instructor was very knowledgeable and able to answer all our weird questions! I would absolutely recommend this course if you're interested in any table projects.
Michelle - 18 October 2020
Really enjoyed the morning but a lot to take in .Richard was very good ,and explained things well . It would be helpful to have some information to take away of everything we covered in the class , dos and donts , etc . We tried to jot some notes down but whilst doing this you can miss other things being explained . We are looking to incorporate resin art in our current business therefore more information to recap on after the day ,the better .
We are going to book another class with Richard to extend on what we have learnt so far .
We were also well looked after with teas and coffees being made for us whenever we wanted which was an extended bonus !!
Ian - 18 October 2020
Intro to Epoxy Resin Course was very good. Learnt a lot and would look to do more courses delivered by Richard. Even let me spend some extra time on my work after the course to correct a mistake. Thank you. Can’t wait to receive my piece. I am a visual learner so a step by step quick demo at each stage would have meant a lot less class questions and mistakes but still a great course. 👍
Will - 18 October 2020
Very good workshop run by Richard. Learnt a lot and now looking forward to starting some new exciting projects. Very covid secure environment. Looking forward to more workshops with Friendly Forces Construction soon!
Deepa - 18 October 2020
Really enjoyed this workshop! Richard was a great teacher and very informative. I had hundreds of questions, which he was happy to answer. Got a lot out of the workshop and very excited to put it all into practice!
Ian - 12 October 2020
Richard is a very good tutor and the course was well run and at exactly the right level.
Looking forward to the next course that we will have with him.
Sophie - 10 October 2020
Really cool workshop. Decided to give it a try with no experience or really any idea what to do, but feel confident now that I could figure it out and build something I'm proud of by myself.
Alex - 6 October 2020
I really enjoyed the course and had fun getting creative! Richard explained everything really clearly and was very friendly and approachable. I felt safe with the Covid-19 measures in place and we were given the option of leaving at anytime if we felt unsafe. Would recommend to anyone wishing to explore the world of epoxy resin. Great advice and a fab place to start!
Owen - 6 October 2020
It was great. All appropriate COVID precautions had been put in place and the course itself was brilliant. The teacher was knowledgeable, helpful, explained everything clearly and was happy to answer any questions or provide general guidance. Very glad we chose this course.,
Rachel Jecks - 6 October 2020
I had a great time attending the resin workshop on Saturday, the venue was excellent (and covid rules adhered to thoroughly throughout), but it was the quality of teaching that really made the course stand out. I came away having learnt a lot in a short space of time without feeling overwhelmed, and the practical hands-on approach to learning how to prepare a mould and mix the resin was fantastic.
Felix - 5 October 2020
Brilliant course! Richard had all the answers to some very detailed questions.
Friendly atmosphere and excited to have a go at some tables! Thanks for a great day!
Anna - 4 October 2020
Brilliant day, full of lots of information for resin casing, would highly recommend it for any beginner
Mark - 4 October 2020
Our tutor was very welcoming and great though out! Helpful with any questions we had, patient and knowledgable!
The course it’s self was also great It gave you all the knowledge and skills you needed to start you own small projects!
Couldn’t have had a better experience!!!
Natasha Poole - 4 October 2020
What an excellent experience. I learned so much which will enable me to start out, creating different and unique pieces using epoxy resin. The teacher was very informative and explained each step in detail and made it easy to understand. It was a great venue with parking which was a bonus.
Luke - 4 October 2020
Richard is a fantastic instructor and the course was great. Very knowledgeable about his craft and answered every question well.
Highly recommend and we will be heading back for his new courses
Natalie - 4 October 2020
Well paced, informative and a great introduction to a new world of crafting
Dev Mandavia - 3 October 2020
I learned exactly what i intended to when i was booked the course. The course was informative and the experience was excellent as my first time working with epoxy together with wood.
Richard (the teacher) was very informative and friendly. Managed to help with all of my questions and provide some insight into the epoxy world beyond just the course.
Easily accessible location with ample parking, and just right for the purposes for the course.
Alex - 29 September 2020
Quick and very informative course . Enjoyed it 10/10
Louise - 24 September 2020
As a beginner using Epoxy Resin this course is a great introduction about how to get it right, and learn the important steps about how not to make an expensive mistake! Richard gives you confidence to experiment, is reassuring with his depth and breadth of knowledge on the subject and is calm, cool and collected balancing the needs of the class. The venue was well set up to follow current Government guidelines and gave us the space we needed to work.
Emily - 22 September 2020
Richard was friendly, patient, knowledgable and open to asking any questions participants had. Great workshop!
Kenny Gillanders - 22 September 2020
As someone who has tried working with resin before I really enjoyed this course. The teacher, Richard, was friendly and answered all questions in a clear and easy to understand way. Some of the little tips he gave us I feel will be invaluable for me going forward.
As with everything during Covid-19 I was a little apprehensive about attending course, but I need not have been as the workshop was set out well and those in attendance had good space around them.
Kenny - 22 September 2020
I have to admit I was a little apprehensive about attending the class, but our teacher, Richard, put us all at ease and the workshop was well laid out.
The class itself was informative and well paced, Richard took time to answer all questions. The explaining of what can go wrong and how to fix them helped me see where I'd been going wrong when I'd tried working with resin previously. Richard was friendly and easy to approach with queries. Will definitely recommend this course to others.
Sonia - 22 September 2020
The course was fun interactive and very informative. Richard answered all our doubts. The timing mentioned in details was 12 to 3.45 but we were free by 2.15. For the fees we paid i guess we could have made one more project all by ourselves. But nonetheless the course was great. Thanks Obby.
Louise - 21 September 2020
This workshop was so much more than i expected! I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to everyone who want to widen knowledge of using Epoxy Resin! The way everything was explained made it very easy to grasp and understand what I needed to do and why. I was very happy with how Richard taught the group and i would like to attend again to make harder and larger design :) India
Viviana - 20 September 2020
The course was good and friendly. It covered a lot of basic and there was plenty of time for questions.
I would definitely recommend this course as it was a nice afternoon
Fiona Gruchy-Craven - 20 September 2020
Richard was informative and friendly with all the information useful and relevant. No question was too small for him to answer. the pace of the course was perfect and gives you confidence to start your first project using resin. I would definitely recommend this course.
Katie Chittenden - 9 September 2020
I really enjoyed this course. It was easy to understand but an important course to take when wanting to get creative with epoxy resin. I was also pleased with the social distancing and hygiene undertaken.
Katie - 9 September 2020
I really enjoyed this course. It was easy to understand but an important course to take when wanting to get creative with epoxy resin. I was also pleased with the social distancing and hygiene undertaken.
Lisa dias - 9 September 2020
Went on the beginners epoxy resin course as a gift. Just what I was expecting. Fun, friendly and informative. May or may not take it further but always good to learn something new.
Lisa dias - 9 September 2020
Went on the beginners epoxy resin course as a gift. Just what I was expecting. Fun, friendly and informative. May or may not take it further but always good to learn something new.
Lisa dias - 9 September 2020
Went on the beginners epoxy resin course as a gift. Just what I was expecting. Fun, friendly and informative. May or may not take it further but always good to learn something new.
Lisa dias - 9 September 2020
Went on the beginners epoxy resin course as a gift. Just what I was expecting. Fun, friendly and informative. May or may not take it further but always good to learn something new.
Lisa dias - 9 September 2020
Went on the beginners epoxy resin course as a gift. Just what I was expecting. Fun, friendly and informative. May or may not take it further but always good to learn something new.
Manrina - 7 September 2020
I enjoyed learning how to use epoxy resin. I would have liked to have created something useful at the end. I guess what we created can be used as decorative art. It was certainly interesting and got my creative juices flowing.
Roxanne - 6 September 2020
Very pleased I attended this course. The teacher is informative, knowledgeable and patient. Happy to answer questions and give lots of guidance. Even with social distancing measures in place it was a relaxed atmosphere where I was able to work at my own pace. Would definitely recommend this as a good starting class of you have never used resin before.
JP - 6 September 2020
This was a very good course. I learned a lot in a short space of time and am keen to learn more about working with epoxy resin.
Zoe - 5 September 2020
Im a complete novice who decided I wasnted to learn after watching way too many You Tube videos. I came away from the class with all the knowledge i need to go away a play.
Very informative great atmosphere and top notch teaching.
Would recommend to anyone its a fab way to spend a few hours learning a new skill and having a good time.
Thank you
Andrew knox - 5 September 2020
Great venue, friendly atmosphere, very informative with detailed information. Worth every penny.
nisha klowane - 14 August 2020
I had a wonderful experience! Can’t wait to get started!
Daniel Primus - 9 August 2020
An amazing experience that gives you the tools you need to start your own epoxy journey. It thoroughly enjoyable and looking forward to the next one!
Shane - 29 July 2020
This is the first workshop I attended on using Resins, its ideal for beginners and covers key information and steps for resin casting. While we covered a little bit on the finishing steps, this is key for my ongoing projects - I'm going to take up Richard's advise on easycomposites products and their great customer care.
Richard is great and very knowlegable answering all questions patiently. Good care was taken to ensure everyone was safe and comfortable while working under Covid restrictions.
Jodie - 28 July 2020
This workshop is ideal for beginners like myself, I gained more information than I had expected in the few hours spent. Richard was a great teacher who was very knowlegable and more than happy to answer any questions the class had, he also went the extra mile to ensure everyone was safe and comfortable while working under Covid restrictions, really enjoyable experience, well worth travelling from Northern Ireland, really looking forward to the next course.
Kevin - 27 July 2020
I attended this course with my wife to learn a little more about epoxy resin and we had a brilliant afternoon. Richard was a really good teacher took the time to explain everything to us and made us feel very safe in these strange COVID times. We would definitely recommend this course for anyone who is a beginner wanting to learn more and have a little practice at using the resin and messing about with the colours. Thank you Richard.
Jade - 26 July 2020
Enjoyable and very informative session on using resin. Instructor was very knowledgable and friendly and guided us through all the steps in making our resin projects.
Sa - 26 July 2020
Great course, really enjoyed it. Richard is a great teacher, very helpful & knowledgeable. Class size was perfect. Would highly recommend to others.
Ann Marie - 26 July 2020
Absolutely loved it, I’ve started epoxy strat away at home, our teacher was brilliant
Suzanne - 26 July 2020
The epoxy resin course was just what I had been looking for.
Richard was a great teacher, practical and informative.
Good size class so he had time to talk to us and answer any questions. All materials provided.
Looking forward to seeing the piece I have made, and to the next class when they start up on making a river table.
Thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend it to others.
Philip Payne - 26 July 2020
Great course. Learnt a lot very useful. Good size class as well. Teacher was friendly, patient and informative.
Ann Marie Scarfe - 25 July 2020
This was a very interesting course, I feel I learnt everything I needed to know. Our teacher Richard was very helpful and full of advice. The workshop was great, I look forward to another course, thank you
Ann Marie Scarfe - 25 July 2020
This was a very interesting course, I feel I learnt everything I needed to know. Our teacher Richard was very helpful and full of advice. The workshop was great, I look forward to another course, thank you
Alvieve - 14 July 2020
This class was excellent and informative. We were taught the fundamentals and are now about to attempt our own projects. I feel even more excited to get stuck in and look forward to the table making course.
Hannah - 12 July 2020
A very well run course. Richard was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of my many questions! I felt safe at all times with the Covid rules in place and PPE available. Looking forward to seeing my final piece
Karen - 12 July 2020
Good workshop with knowledgeable teacher Richard. COVID precautions were stressed and PPE provided. Would have liked to see more examples of completed projects or test pieces, as being a complete beginner, I had no reference points. Would recommend the course
Alvaro Andre - 12 July 2020
I am a painter and decoration, it was great to learned something different, how to work with Epoxi Resin and make spectacular table tops and the most important learned how to measure the Epoxy Resin.
Mr Richard was spectacular with the introduction of the course, friendly, ready to take any doubts about it, and was very careful with social distances and we had the necessary disposition to feel safe.
The place is comfortable for the number of students, clean and very organized, I liked it.
Jevgenijs - 12 July 2020
Very polite and friendly teacher. Everything was explained and all the questions were answered.
The Workshop is clean and tidy. Masks and gloves were provided. Definitely would recommend to a friends. 10 out of 10.
Thank you
Simon Hall - 12 July 2020
Richard was friendly informative and knowledgeable.
The venue was right for the size of the group. And with the covid restrictions in place, gloves, masks and social distancing in place, felt as
Safe as could possibly be. Richard explained at the start about what was required with the policys in place from Obby and he and our group compled.
On the day we completed a model river table approximately 27x24cm, which gave the skills to return home and try something larger.
Richard gave a lot of useful information and how he uses resin.
I definitely give this experience 5 stars and would recommend.
Matt Thomas - 12 July 2020
Nice and friendly instructor really helpful and didn't mind my endless questions. I felt perfectly safe with all the Covid safety precautions in place and can't wait to see my finished piece.
Hannah - 12 July 2020
A lovely day spent with my partner Matt for his Birthday gift. Richard was very helpful and knowledgeable and answered all of my many questions. Felt safe at all times with effective Covid rules in place. Looking forward to seeing my final piece!
Karen Freeman - 11 July 2020
Richard was extremely friendly and explained everything very well. The class was laid out in a way to allow for social distancing and masks and hand gel was also provided. I learnt a lot about preparation, mixing, and coloring design. Great course for a complete beginner like me and I look forward to seeing my work once completely set. Richard will post home so no need to travel back if you live a distance away. Have a go you will be very pleased you did. Look forward to coffee table resin class next. Thank you
Jenisha Maisuria Sumra and Rishi Sumra - 11 July 2020
Absolutely loved this class! Richard was very knowledgable and patient. The class ran smoothly and we enjoyed every minute. We both felt very safe with measures that had been put into place in light of COVID19 and would definitely attend another class and recommend to others. Can’t wait to receive our final products. This has definitely given me more resin ideas for the future. I’ve found a new hobby for sure!
Jenisha Maisuria Sumra and Rishi Sumra - 11 July 2020
Absolutely loved this class! Richard was very knowledgable and patient. The class ran smoothly and we enjoyed every minute. We both felt very safe with measures that had been put into place in light of COVID19 and would definitely attend another class and recommend to others. Can’t wait to receive our final products. This has definitely given me more resin ideas for the future. I’ve found a new hobby for sure!
Jamie-Rose Larkin - 23 March 2020
My boyfriend and I did a course just before Christmas. Richard was incredibly knowledgable, and was a great instructor! We had so much fun using resin for the first time. Would definitely sign up to a Friendly Forces course again.
Peter Ferenczy - 18 March 2020
Amazing experience. The basics another skill is in the bag. Went very smooth. Recommended!
Kintija - 18 March 2020
All perfect, the class informative, the instructor knowledgable and calm, premises new and equipped. Would come back
Dawn - 9 March 2020
Great introductory course with a lot of great tips on technique and equipment / materials requirements. Richard is friendly, knowledgeable and on hand to assist when needed. Great venue with plenty of free onsite parking. Highly recommended for people with no previous experience of epoxy resin casting / pouring
Dawn - 9 March 2020
Great introductory course with a lot of great tips on technique and equipment / materials requirements. Richard is friendly, knowledgeable and on hand to assist when needed. Great venue with plenty of free onsite parking. Highly recommended for people with no previous experience of epoxy resin casting / pouring
Lindsey Brooks - 2 March 2020
Richard was very clear in his instruction and took the course at a good pace. He gave lots of information. It was a very enjoyable afternoon. Highly recommended.
Susie - 2 March 2020
Had such a great time, Richard was a great teacher. I left feeling really well informed and ready to start all the projects I had in mind! Can't wait to see my finished board :)
Paul W - 24 February 2020
Richard was very helpful, very informative and was well planned. I can highly recommend this course for beginners, some key points were addressed for binding the resin to the timber and how you remove bubble. Im ordering resin as we speak!!
Darryl - 23 February 2020
Really enjoyed the course time. Richard was very knowledgable and very receptive to questions during the course time. First time resin user and really liked the whole experience. Great taster to hopefully move on to bigger things.
Annie Hall - 23 February 2020
Really enjoyed this 2-3h course. Richard was very knowledgeable and patient and, as a complete beginner, I found the pace and detail offered in the course just right. A cup of tea would have made it perfect 😉. I am looking forward to my finished river resin board coming in the post!
Jason wood - 22 February 2020
Richard was really clear and friendly with his delivery of the course. He gave some excellent tips and tricks along with solid advice too. The venue is excellent .
Jason wood - 22 February 2020
Richard was really clear and friendly with his delivery of the course. He gave some excellent tips and tricks along with solid advice too. The venue is excellent .
Maria Myers and Ian West - 17 February 2020
Richard was very informative , helpful and friendly. We found that instruction was good and the step by step tuition was excellent. We have tried a couple of casts before attending this course and we hit a couple of issues. On the course we discussed with Richard what had happened and we talked through the tweaks / troubleshooting etc.
On the whole we found the course great and you can let your creative flow run wild with different colours and textures
Would thorough recommened
Thanks for the enjoyable course.
Maria and Ian
Isabelle - 16 February 2020
Great fun course with Richard, knowledgeable and pleasant teacher. We are hoping he will soon offer a follow-up course on the topic. Highly recommended .
Tom Nixon - 15 February 2020
This was a great introductory course on epoxy resin and wood.
Richard is a nice friendly guy and a great teacher. He help all of us make a export resin board and answered all of our questions
I would highly recommend anyone and everyone attend the course.
Sarah - 5 February 2020
I had a great time and learnt alot on how to use the resin and mix different kinds of pigments. Richard is very friendly , knowlegeable and will quickly put you at ease which is great for any one who is new to resin.
I would highly recommend this class .
Oliver - 4 February 2020
Richard led a very interesting course, explaining the steps of the resin process very well along the way. Mixing the resin and choosing colours was great fun.
Kathryn - 1 February 2020
I had so much fun in this course! It was very easy to follow as Richard was super clear and very patient when I tried to take over the course a couple of times 🤭 I think I’ve found my new hobby! Highly recommend and you don’t need any experience or special skills, just go for it.
Jess - 31 January 2020
Very helpful team with lots of experience! Great class for beginners and the class is small enough for you to ask lots of questions! Looking forward to more classes!
jess - 31 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
jess - 31 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Jess - 30 January 2020
Fun and engaging. Found the class informative and really helped me progress my skills. Can't wait for next time
Jess - 30 January 2020
Fun and engaging. Found the class informative and really helped me progress my skills. Can't wait for next time
Jess - 30 January 2020
Fun and engaging. Found the class informative and really helped me progress my skills. Can't wait for next time
jessica-adjei@hotmail.co.uk - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
jessica-adjei@hotmail.co.uk - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
jessica-adjei@hotmail.co.uk - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Jessica A - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Jess - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Jess - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Jess - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Jess - 30 January 2020
Really helpful and insightful class. Lives up to the name of the company! I am looking forward to further courses as they really support your learning.
Graeme Keeling - 30 January 2020
I learned the basics of materials preparation, and a combination of the technical preparation of resin e.g calculation of quantity, temperature control, mixing and pouring technique. Richard, the course tutor, was friendly, approachable and knowledgable. Instructions were clear and concise. The venue was well equipped, well organised and suitable for our group of ten. I would be more than happy to go back to Friendly Forces for other courses.
Graeme Keeling - 30 January 2020
I learned the basics of materials preparation, and a combination of the technical preparation of resin e.g calculation of quantity, temperature control, mixing and pouring technique. Richard, the course tutor, was friendly, approachable and knowledgable. Instructions were clear and concise. The venue was well equipped, well organised and suitable for our group of ten. I would be more than happy to go back to Friendly Forces for other courses.
Graeme Keeling - 30 January 2020
I learned the basics of materials preparation, and a combination of the technical preparation of resin e.g calculation of quantity, temperature control, mixing and pouring technique. Richard, the course tutor, was friendly, approachable and knowledgable. Instructions were clear and concise. The venue was well equipped, well organised and suitable for our group of ten. I would be more than happy to go back to Friendly Forces for other courses.
Graeme Keeling - 30 January 2020
I learned the basics of materials preparation, and a combination of the technical preparation of resin e.g calculation of quantity, temperature control, mixing and pouring technique. Richard, the course tutor, was friendly, approachable and knowledgable. Instructions were clear and concise. The venue was well equipped, well organised and suitable for our group of ten. I would be more than happy to go back to Friendly Forces for other courses.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Warren - 30 January 2020
Venue was great, well equipped and organised. The course was planned out very well, with clear and precise instructions which were easy to follow and interactive. Richard was very knowledgeable and helpful. A great teacher with a calm personality. Would highly recommend this for anyone interested in Epoxy.
Kim Anderson - 29 January 2020
Richard was very friendly and informative, I felt he covered everything we needed to know and I left feeling very enthusiastic about starting our own projects!
Oli - 29 January 2020
Really great course, clear instructions, had fun creating. Will do more.
Austin Basile - 27 January 2020
I'd watched many resin youtube videos before taking this course so I arrived with many questions. I was very excited to get going but had no idea what to expect. We learned everything from making a mold to calculating the amount of resin we'd need to mix. The class ran smoothly and was very informative, and the venue seems perfect for what we needed. I can happily say that not only did I get my questions answered but I had a great time, and left very inspired and confident in my abilities to move forward onto my own projects.
Gloria - 26 January 2020
This was a Christmas present for my partner and we had a great time! Richard was very friendly and knowledgeable. I had never worked with resin before and found the class informative and fun. Would definitely recommend!
Henrietta - 26 January 2020
This was a well structured, interesting course with a teacher who was clearly very knowledgeable about his craft. I really enjoyed learning the technical details of the process of making resin and playing with glue guns! It would be great to see the changes mentioned to reduce impact on the environment take place as I was a little uncomfortable using some of the disposable materials e.g. the wipes used to clean the table seemed like they could have been replaced with spray and a cloth.
Sarah - 26 January 2020
Brilliant course and intro to working with resin - can’t recommend it highly enough. Richard was a great teacher and explained all about resin with lots of very useful information. Very clear instructions and a well structured session that went at the perfect pace. Everything we needed to use was well organised and very prepared. All very easy to follow and in a great studio. Thank you also to Anneshka who was great at supporting throughout. Was a lot of fun and would love to take another course. Thank you Richard
Karen - 25 January 2020
Really great venue with a lot of creativity around!
Richard our teacher was very friendly, approachable and informative. If you didn't understand then he was happy to reiterate for you.
The class was a very good beginners guide to using resin and I do think I can now go away have give it a go myself.
The reason why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5.....there needs to be some improvement on sustainability & I know Richard is looking to this. Also I would have appreciated a fact sheet with helpful hints to either take away or to be emailed later. If these 2 small things could be rectified then 5 stars all the way!
Thanks Richard
Victoria Thomson - 25 January 2020
Richard was an excellent teacher. Loved the course, it was so informative and relevant- a new year energiser!
Victoria Thomson - 25 January 2020
Richard was an excellent teacher. Loved the course, it was so informative and relevant- a new year energiser!
Duncan Lewis - 24 January 2020
Richard was a great tutor, very friendly and explaining everything clearly and able to answer all questions. Instructions were clear and easy to follow. Worth noting that the door to the venue was locked when we arrived, so it's worth bringing the phone number with you so you can ring Richard and get him to let you in!
Clare Kelly - 24 January 2020
I recommend this course highly - as an instructor Richard has a real lightness of touch. He makes sure that you have all the technical knowledge you need to complete your project, but leave the creative elements entirely up to you! I had a really lovely afternoon at Friendly Forces.
David Goldsworthy - 23 January 2020
The course was well run and presented in a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We learnt how to make a mould which was then used to make a small resin board. The venue was easy to find and gave enough space for the eight of us on the course to work in with comfort. I would suggest that it would be helpful to give the students a small handout to remind them of what they had learnt and how to obtain resin products for their own use.
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Nicola - 23 January 2020
really fun course and very informative
Andy - 23 January 2020
Great class from the perspective of someone who's watched a lot of videos but wanted hands on experience before attempting anything on my own.
Buhlebenkosi - 22 January 2020
Loved loved loved my time there.
It reinforced my interest in working with resin and had some very useful tips at the end of it.
Richard is knowledgeable and has the patience of a saint 😊
Looking forward to bigger project classes.
Thank you Richard
Julia - 21 January 2020
I attended the epoxy resin workshop in December after being given it as a gift for my birthday and needless to say it was fantastic! The course leader was informative and relaxed which made for a very enjoyable day. The resources available were good quality and I really was pleased with my wood and resin piece, which I am hoping to turn into a table top! Don’t hesitate to book this!
Fathima Ikram - 21 January 2020
Such a wonderful experience. Gave individual attention to all participants and clearly explained the process. The teacher was very informative and did not hesitate to answer any questions and doubts. Easy access to get to the venue. Can't wait for other epoxy Resin workshops.
Sam - 19 January 2020
Really great class, really informative and easy to follow. I really enjoyed meeting the new people and teacher was very patient and knowledgable. Really happy with what I have made.
Would definitely go again.
Sam - 19 January 2020
Really great class, really informative and easy to follow. I really enjoyed meeting the new people and teacher was very patient and knowledgable. Really happy with what I have made.
Would definitely go again.
Sharna - 19 January 2020
Richard was a brilliant teacher and the course was fantastic. The new studio is beautiful with great light and learning about how to work with expoxy resin was just as I hoped. I am hooked.
Wendy & Samantha Nash - 19 January 2020
New experience which My daughter and I have interested for a long time ,Richard was great teacher with the 2 assistant, they are very welcome us and also we met nice people in the class , we had a brilliant time .. we definitely going to do it again will keep an eye on for the next course
Wendy & Samantha Nash - 19 January 2020
New experience which My daughter and I have interested for a long time ,Richard was great teacher with the 2 assistant, they are very welcome us and also we met nice people in the class , we had a brilliant time .. we definitely going to do it again will keep an eye on for the next course
Chelsea - 19 January 2020
Had such a great time at this course and learned a lot. Richard and team were very informative and helpful. The venue was very nice also :)
Sherran - 18 January 2020
I had a great time on this course and Richard was a brilliant teacher! I'd never used Epoxy resin before and didn't know much about it, but Richard took the time to explain everything as we went and was more than happy to answer all our questions. He also gave us loads of hints and tips for how best to continue working with resin ourselves at home. Would highly recommend this course!!
Jenny - 17 January 2020
Richard The tutor was patient, and friendly, but it wasn’t a chopping board as advertised on the site. It was great to learn the tips and tricks of resin pouring, even if the finished piece is on the small side using a couple of offcuts of wood.
matt - 16 January 2020
Really interesting introduction to working with wood and epoxy. Richard (the tutor) was very friendly, knowledgeable and explained everything clearly.
The workshop is well equipped and laid out and everything was ready to go when we arrived.
Would recommend to anyone with an interest in starting a new hobby or sideline. Richard made some great recommendations on where to get the best materials and explained difference between the types of epoxy resins, what they can be used for (and importantly what they can't be used for!)
Hopefully Friendly Forces Courses will be expanding their offering for more advanced workshops (there was mention of a longer course where a stool or coffee table could be created).
Janak - 15 January 2020
Great intro to pouring epoxy resin. If you’ve seen the instagram & youtube vids and want to know how to do it for yourself this is the course. There is no woodworking involved, you’ll make a mould and pour the epoxy. Richard is friendly & knowledgeable.
Dalida - 14 January 2020
Absolutely brilliant workshop !
Great start to resin works, can't wait for more courses.
Dalida
Stephen - 18 December 2019
Was not a cutting board - fair warning. I prefer the class as what it was honestly: we chose a couple pieces of scrap wood and filled the gap between them with resin, learning all about it in the process.
Jasmit - 16 December 2019
Hello it was a wonderful class all my question became clear . Thank you so much looking forward to attend more classes
Jasmit - 16 December 2019
Hello it was a wonderful class all my question became clear . Thank you so much looking forward to attend more classes
Popi - 14 December 2019
We went to this course with my partner and we loved it. Richard was very helpful and friendly and had lots of knowledge to share with us. We thoroughly enjoyed it, it was great fun! We will definitely be returning with the new classes and would recommend to anyone who wishes to learn about resin.
Esther - 12 December 2019
The course was informative and gave an insight into how to create the moulds and the diffetent materials you can use.
I would recommend the course.
Susan - 12 December 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop. I'd never worked with epoxy resin before, but had seen it on instagram and was curious. Richard was a great teacher and gave time to everyone and answered all the questions as we were going along. I came away with new skills, confidence in working with epoxy resin and a piece I am proud of. I travelled a long way for this session but it was totally worth it.
Sean Mac - 10 December 2019
Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop - what a great afternoon. Richard is a knowledgeable and charming teacher. He has a great understanding of not only the subject of resin pouring and all the technicalities that go with it, but of how to teach. The class moved along as fast as Richard could answer our questions. We all came away smiling and happy having not only learned an immense amount about how resin works as a medium, but also having actually made something. I highly recommend this course. It was exactly what I wanted to learn about and I will be returning to future classes producing coffee tables and then kitchen tables. 5 Stars all round.
Sean Mac - 10 December 2019
Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop - what a great afternoon. Richard is a knowledgeable and charming teacher. He has a great understanding of not only the subject of resin pouring and all the technicalities that go with it, but of how to teach. The class moved along as fast as Richard could answer our questions. We all came away smiling and happy having not only learned an immense amount about how resin works as a medium, but also having actually made something. I highly recommend this course. It was exactly what I wanted to learn about and I will be returning to future classes producing coffee tables and then kitchen tables. 5 Stars all round.
Julie Price - 9 December 2019
Easy to find, easy parking, friendly tutor. We had a great time Richard put us all at ease and was open and happy to answer any small question . Adding new ideas and possibility. We are both going to head on to his next course in the new year and look forward to doing a bit of practisi v at home in the meantime. Well worth the money and experience. Julie
Chantel - 8 December 2019
I throughly enjoyed the workshop, Richard really takes the time to make sure everyone understands each part of the process and keeps it fun and engaging.
Sally Webster - 6 December 2019
This course was fantastic. Our teacher was so personable, thorough, knowledge & helpful. Having never worked with resin before, this course was perfect, it taught us the basics & showed us where we could take it.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone & would love to attend future courses provided by Friendly Forces Construction!
Tilly - 4 December 2019
Very well executed course. I enjoyed the day and am pleased with my resin board.
Tilly - 4 December 2019
Very well executed course. I enjoyed the day and am pleased with my resin board.
Tania Paine - 3 December 2019
This was a great class for learning the basics of Epoxy Resin art. The teacher was very knowledgeable and there was lots of time to ask questions. I really enjoyed the class!!
Tania Paine - 3 December 2019
This was a great class for learning the basics of Epoxy Resin art. The teacher was very knowledgeable and there was lots of time to ask questions. I really enjoyed the class!!
Sam Rattley - 2 December 2019
Richard was a great instructor and took time to explain the process and any additional questions people may have had. The class was very relaxed, informative, and enjoyable. You never felt rushed and the time flew by in such a friendly environment. Everyone left with a smile on their face! Fully recommended.
Oriol Pallarès - 9 September 2019
We have learned how to use epoxy resign, mixing colours and all tricks to take care if you mixe it with other materials like wood.
The teacher was very friendly and help us with all doubts and questions we had.
The venue is big enough for 8 of us with all facilities needed.
I will recommend this workshop to everyone who would like to work with product before start by youself.
Karina Mazurek - 29 August 2019
I went to the workshop with 2 of my work colleagues and we absolutely loved it! It was a lot of fun and a very informative course (whether you have used resin before or knew nothing about it). We weren't just given instructions on what to do - Richard has been brilliant in explaining to us step-by-step, everything that there is to know about resin e.g. how to prepare for working with resin, which one to chose for different projects, the best practices to achieve results we need etc. He also happily answered all other questions we had about working with this material and shared very useful tips and suggestions based on his own experience. I cannot wait to receive me piece once its cured.
Steve Hance - 27 August 2019
Brilliant workshop! Richard was knowledgeable and patient with all of the attendees, regardless of ability or speed. The course was extremely useful, and also gave us an insight to the economics of what is achievable within a certain budget, as the materials are very expensive. I'd definitely recommend this course to anyone who has seen the numerous epoxy videos which are making the rounds on social media, and thinks it's something they can do - it'll give you a great perspective of what you can manage yourselves with a bit of guidance and personal hands-on experience . Looking forward to seeing how my mini river table turned out after fully setting...
Nina - 15 August 2019
Richard was a great teacher, methodically taking us through each step and giving us excellent tips along the way. He was very accommodating and helpful.
Rui - 22 July 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this beginners course. Richard is very friendly and makes you feel quite at ease. I liked very much the way he delivered the course with a warm and positive atmosphere in the workshop throughout the day. The course was excellent, with lots of knowledge base information on how to use epoxy resin products and related materials and their interaction... As well as some great tips using inexpensive materials. Useful advice on the health and safety aspect of using the resin materials and related tools. - Rui
Zainab - 22 July 2019
This class provided a great insight into epoxy resin! The teacher, Richard taught us allot in terms of preparation and health and safety. He talked us through everything we need or should consider before we even start creating our work.
Very nice and friendly teaching in a lovely studio!
Sarah - 7 July 2019
Absolutely brilliant workshop with lots of technical detail about resins, and good health and safety practice. Really pleased with the piece I made.
Amy - 28 June 2019
Great to find a class dealing with epoxy resin in a furniture/woodcraft setting, rather than as jewellery - it's a really unique course in that sense. The instructor, Richard, is great - very knowledgeable and welcoming; and the class size is quite small so there's plenty of opportunity for one-on-one help and asking lots of questions. I'd really recommend this class to anyone with an interest in epoxy resin!
Jennifer - 16 June 2019
We felt like trying out something different and decided to give this workshop a go. We really enjoyed the workshop and learnt lots about working with Epoxy Resin and the realities of working with Epoxy Resin. We made really beautiful boards and look forward to getting them once cured. I would definately recommend this workshop and hopefully we may do another one of Richard's workshops in the future. Thanks very much Richard! Jen and Geoff
Tilda - 11 June 2019
The basics of resin - mixing it together
Emma - 7 June 2019
The Resin workshop was really interesting, Richard and his assistant were extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and we couldn't have asked for a better teacher. The venue was easy to find, and in good order.
Avinder - 29 May 2019
I loved every minute and learnt so much. Richard was really patient and helpful. It was so exciting to produce something so beautiful. It has inspired me to try this again.
Aga - 25 May 2019
Very good, I'd like more of such courses maybe covering Some furniture elements as well.
Meg - 19 May 2019
Great workshop! Really informative, worth taking if you're looking to learn the basics.
Kate McMullab - 25 April 2019
I attended the beginners Epoxy Resin Course and can't rate it highly enough. Richard was an excellent instructor and gave us enough space to learn whilst over seeing the class and all ways being on hand. He answered questions honestly and was open when he wasn't sure about the answer. All equipment was provided and as much resin as you wanted. I drove quite a way to attend this course but it was absolutely worth it. I can't wait to receive me piece once its cured.
Simon - 3 April 2019
Workshop was great, well organised with Richard being a really helpful friendly instructor. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Gabor - 30 March 2019
Richard was a great instructor, with many tips and tricks from his own experiences, which have proven really useful for us. He was a helpful, informative and relaxed teacher, making sure that everyone had what they needed and got the best out of the class. Both my wife and I had a great time, recommend this experience and would definitely do take a class again with Richard. Thank you!
Lucy - 26 March 2019
I went to this class with very little knowledge of epoxy resin and its uses but had seen the cool effects it can produce on instagram so thought i’d try something knew and out of my comfort zone. Richard and his wife (and their daughter Esme) were so welcoming and friendly! I felt confident knowing I had support the entire time but the freedom to experiment and get on with it myself.
Richard’s directions and little nuggets of advice throughout were really helpful. All the instructions were clear and we all went at a good pace. The resources were great and I was able to work on this lovely bit of yew wood and had a range of great pigments to choose from for the resin. Overall, it was really fun and informative and I was really pleased with the outcome of my piece.
Would recommend for anyone who has an interest in resin and the pieces of art it can produce. I will definitely look out for future workshops they’re running. - Lucy C
Marta - 26 March 2019
Great start to resin works, welcoming and nice class with good tips and guidance on what to buy and how it’s work. Highly recommend.
Annette - 26 March 2019
Knowledgeable and patient leader - always interesting people who sign up - wish it was longer!!