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Testimonials
I purchased this kit and it arrived very speedily (just in a few days). I also bought the clay and tools which also came super fast. Overall the whole kit is such good quality, really well made and well planed. The manual which I received is so thorough, well put together and extremely easy to understand. You also get a video step by step and tutorials which for visual learners is a bonus. I don't think you'll find a course like this for this price elsewhere! I also love how £10 of the price is donated to the NHS charities together, which is really needed in a time like this.
But of course not matter how good the manual is if you are a beginner like me you'll have 1 million questions going through your head as you are sculpting so I am constantly emailing Lydia with pictures who replies super fast and and in a lot of details using diagrams explaining what to do. She usually replies very quickly (within a few hours if not sooner).
The best thing about this kit is that because its at home and therefore fairly self led you can do it at your own speed taking as much time as you'd like and fit it around your life and other things you might be doing. You don't feel pressure to it done in a set amount of time which has been really great! It also forces you at have confidence in your own decisions as the teacher isn't in the room with you which for me is very beneficial as I tend to rely on teachers a bit too much! But of course Lydia is always there is you need her (I tend to check in with her every once in a while, just for peace of mind if nothing else!)
I am also a returning student to Lydia Smith Sculpture Studio courses, I also did her 2 day ear sculpting course which was an in studio session with her so it interesting to compare the two ways of learning. And as you can see I have been so pleased with her course that I have come back and I will definitely be returning again after this course is finished. For anyone that likes being creative but maybe has no experience with clay, this is an amazing course and I would recommend it! You get to be hands on, practical and express your creativity. It's so fun and you don't need to be an expert. I am a complete beginner! But I can also see how this might be good for someone who is intermediate and is trying to brush up and improve on their skills, with Lydia's guidance and skills she can definitely help tailor this course for your level!
- STAY HOME SCULPTING student
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I recently purchased the stay at home sculpture kit and so far have been really impressed. I ordered the kit with the clay and tools included and everything arrived really quickly. The armature was really easy to put together. Lydia has been able to make this kit suitable for all abilities. As someone who is a complete beginner I think the details she has given has been very thorough, with clear instructions and reference photos to help. The demo was really clear and easy to follow. As a complete amateur I had some other questions just to check I was on the right track, Lydia is very approachable and replied really quickly and gave precise feedback in helping me improve. Thank you Lydia!
- STAY HOME SCULPTING student
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Finding a job in the creative / film industry is quite a challenge. I had the pleasure to talk to Lydia Smith and ask for her advice.
It was more than wonderful to talk to a person who sees the possibilities as they are and not from a very de-touched unrealistic perspective. Her advice was right on point she understood the challenges very clearly and didn’t worked with generic solutions but targeted my specific issues. The consultation was extremely beneficial and her advice was amazing. I recommend her to everyone who needs consultation regarding the creative industry or life in general.
-Coaching Client
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Talking to Lydia has been an absolute pleasure, I felt heard and understood. She made so many great suggestions about my portfolio and my CV, very in-depth and personalised.
Having just graduated in these difficult times, talking to her about my experience and myself felt like talking to a friend that cares and wants me to succeed.
I was able to see her passion and determination through her words and how she helped me address other issues than the way I present myself professionally, I learned about myself through our conversation, which I am massively thankful for.
I will definitely follow her advice and I strongly recommend reaching out to her!
-Coaching Client
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This is such a comprehensive and well planned out course for complete beginners and more advanced sculptors like myself just wanting a ‘personal sculptor trainer’
to keep me creatively motivated at home at times of my own choosing. Lydia’s teaching style is really clear and I love her ‘can do’ attitude and comprehensive instruction manual. This course would make a brilliant present for someone special!
-STAY HOME SCULPTING student
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I have to say you were amazing Lydia, the students loved it! You certainly know your craft, very professional and encouraging.
- workshop organiser
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Four evenings of highly enjoyable and intensive sculpting with Lydia surpassed all of my expectations. Previous pottery classes gave me the basics, but her teaching and considerate approach took my work to a much higher level. If I had the opportunity to work with Lydia again I would do so in the knowledge that I would continue to develop my potential!
- Workshop Student
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Having wrestled with some professional decisions for a few months, i had the chance to speak to Lydia. Having been so successful in her particular creative field i felt confident in Lydia’s advice. Whilst she wasn’t the only factor in helping make my decision to move onto bigger and better things she was certainly very useful in helping to evaluate my options. I know work as a designer for the worlds biggest toy company!
-Coaching Client
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Lydia came with some of her latest work to talk with a group of Retired Gentleman from various walks of life and professions.
We were fascinated by her talk and exhibits, including a brief history of her chosen career, her trips to China for an “ice carving” adventure and the many jobs she has been part of at the Pinewood Studios. The film work has resulted in being part of the now famous HBO Game of Thrones Series.
The variety of commissions undertaken are proof of her expertise and appetite for perfection. We were all thrilled to have had the pleasure of seeing her talent, if only for 45 minutes.
We wish her good luck for the future and hope to follow her career in the future.
- Hon. Sec. Men’s Luncheon Club, Amersham
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I thoroughly enjoyed chatting to Lydia last week about the creative industry. She was very formative and down to earth about completing university and how to begin a creative career in film and performance. I feel a lot calmer about my decisions and to not worry so much, as there are a mountain of jobs and opportunities. I was very interested to hear about Lydia’s experiences and her portfolio, and our conversation has made me more determined to complete university and begin working. Her advice about my own portfolio was extremely helpful, as she informed me that I should develop my own hand drawings, as well as a variety of artistic skill and digital work. I am eager to show her what I will have accomplished once completing my education.
-Coaching Client
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Lydia has recently given me advice on my CV, Portfolio and ways to grow as a recent graduate. To receive this from Lydia who is working within the industry, from a professionals perspective, has been really helpful.
Our conversation has motivated and pushed me to keep doing what I love and to believe in myself more. She was enthusiastic and professional within her guidance of how I should go forward. It was also enlightening to know that although it is a hard journey with perseverance and commitment and professional advice from Lydia, that I can have a plan to move forward to achieve my goals. I would really recommend anyone to seek her advice and help, I have found this extremely useful and am truly grateful. Thank you Lydia.
-Coaching Client
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I completed work experience with Lydia, she was an amazing teacher and not only taught me moulding and sculpting skills but showed me what it was like in the art industry by taking me to studios such as Pinewood and Leavesden.
She has also helped me with my university portfolio by suggesting what order my pieces should be in, what to add/remove and also tips for the actual interview.
-Studio apprentice 2018/19
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I had the privilege of speaking to Lydia Smith about writing a business plan for an artist studio and she was a truly inspiring person to talk too. Her genuine passion about her work and her art comes through in everything she says, and she seems to know how to bring the same out in others. Even through my tedious questioning she found a way to motivate and encourage me, boosting my confidence before I even realised I needed it. In addition to her positive presence she was also incredibly knowledgeable, seeming to have experienced just about every obstacle you could throw at her and coming out with a clear explanation of how she overcame it. To anyone in need of a little motivation, particularly about art/sculpture or starting a small business, I wholeheartedly recommend speaking to Lydia Smith.
- Coaching Client
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I can’t think of anything more fun then spending the weekend sculpting and getting creative with clay, even thought I don’t really have any sculpting experience! Attending Lydia’s 2 day workshop where I sculpted an ear was so fun thanks to Lydia’s excellent and patient teaching skills! She teaches in a way that makes it fun and accessible even if you don’t have a clue what your doing! I will definitely be attending more of her workshops!
-Weekend workshop Student
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I am a primary school teacher and asked Lydia to come into my school and speak to my year group about her job as a way to excite the children before they started their new DT topic about puppetry. Lydia was really enthusiastic and engaging with the children and in turn they were really interested in what she had to say. She put together a really clear powerpoint about the work she had done and how it related to their topic in class. She answered all of the children’s' questions clearly and kept the children interested - which can be hard with over 60 children! They continued to talk about Lydia's visit later on in the school year so she really had an impact on their learning and creative journey. Thank you so much Lydia for coming into school.
- Talk organiser
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Lydia has gone above and beyond in order to help me progress in the film industry and how to present myself professionally when applying for jobs. As a recent graduate looking for trainee work it gets difficult knowing where to turn next but being able to listen to advice from somebody already within that world and who has been in the same position as me - their words really are priceless!
Lydia sat on the phone with me and answered all the questions I had regarding how to get my foot in the door and she told me what I can do to help get noticed by industry professionals, which is exactly the personalisation that I needed.
I'm feeling very positive about my future and will be going forward with confidence, thank you Lydia so much for your kind words and help!
-Coaching Client
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Lydia is incredible. She’s not only a talented artist but also a great teacher full of enthusiasm. I recommend her 100%.
- workshop organiser
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The art workshop was very educational, extremely well put together and Lydias´s instruction was excellent.
Lydia has great positive energy and is very passionate about sculpting. It was a great experience with insightful and creative activities.
The workshop gave us a much deeper appreciation of art. We really enjoyed it and highly recommend her.
- workshop organiser
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