JoAnne's reviews


Dec 2023



This class is very timely and practical for sure. Also, I love that we are painting Australian flowers. With Fran's guidance, I was able to achieve beautiful results with cards I am proud to give to others. Fran is inspirational and practical at the same time. Cards for holidays and other occasions are always needed and how lovely to be able to produce ones yourself that you can give to your friends and family.

Paint a Watercolour Australian Christmas Wreath review by Joanne Sparks

Dec 2023



This was a very fun class and my first time painting with palette knives and second time with acrylic paints. Wow. Fran supports you to learn something completely new and demonstrates the techniques required and you have loads of fun! I still can't believe I was able to paint this colourful kookaburra in my first palette knife class. Way to go, Fran! Thank you very much. Also, I got so many comments and likes in my social media for this effort. Amazing!

Painting class review by Joanne - Blue Mountains

Dec 2023



This class was excellent as it helped me make a significant improvement in my technique for painting waves. The proof is in the results! Fran, as always, is patient and takes the class along at just the right pace. She is superb at teaching in person or online. I will definitely continue to take classes with her.
You can see the practice techniques part in the first two photos and then the aerial view of the beach and the waves. I am extremely pleased with what I was able to achieve in this class.

Learn How to Paint Watercolour Waves: Free Class review by Joanne Sparks

Sep 2022



Fran is a fabulous teacher with watercolour. This medium is more difficult than some of the other types of workshops I have taken with her and I have learned so much. She makes it fun and supports the student to learn at their own pace. From the first week, we were creating beautiful paintings. I know I learned so much faster by taking this course than simply working with watercolour on my own. And I had a lot of fun! Thank you, Fran!

Watercolour Painting Course review by Joanne  - Blue Mountains

Jul 2022



Wow, this was a relaxing creative experience. I was able to use some skills I already had (cross stitch) and learn new skills like applique, plus new stitches. Fran is very creative as well as bringing creativity out in others. She provides the materials, including fabrics and threads, as well the supporting you to develop your ideas. I thorough enjoyed learning and combining skills, and creating a beautiful project. It isn't finished but I definitely got a good start.

Textiles class review by Joanne  - Blue Mountains

Jul 2022



It was great to be able to do this workshop during lockdown. I thoroughly enjoyed the fun and learning something new. Fran is very gifted in facilitating online workshops, including the technology and the learning objectives. She brings out the best in people and their creative endeavors.

Jul 2022



This workshop was terrific and fun. I was unfamiliar with the technique and within the first few minutes my creativity was unleashed. Fran is an amazing teacher and helps you learn with no barriers, to experiment without fear, and to feel very satisfied with the result. Great value for money! I created several cards and prints I will definitely send to friends. See the photo! I enthusiastically recommend this workshop.

Print Making class review by Joanne  - Blue Mountains

Aug 2021



Fran’s sessions are five ***** in my book. She is a superb facilitator and masterful with streaming technologies as well as inspired, creative, positive and effective teaching others to create and enjoy the experience of creating. She is consistent and delivers in every session. These “vibe” sessions let the attendee have a glimpse and taste of what she has on offer with her classes. I have also enjoyed her collage class. I enthusiastically recommend Fran and classes!
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