I think it is important that before you book a class, order a commission, buy some art or book onto our Spain painting trip that you know more about who I am from a mall section of comments from some previous customers.
“Delia C – Dear Sue, Just to thank you once again for a really lovely and enlightening day … everyone was impressed with my first oil painting! I shall really look forward to meeting up again when possible.. Thank you also for all your advice, attention to detail and for the moments shared through the breaks and delicious lunch. With best wishes, Delia”
“Katie & Ellie. My sister and I did Sue’s ring making course on our Birthday, we had a great time and Sue was fantastic, very knowledgeable and a great teacher. Looking forward to seeing the finished pieces and would look to do her other courses, Thank you Sue!”
“Maria – I had a thoroughly enjoyable day with Sue, she is a brilliant host, and exceptionally good teacher. I was amazed that with her help, knowledge and tips I was able to produce a lovely oil painting that I am proud to display.”
“Jane – My daughter in law and myself recently attended this one day art course. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Sue is an amazing teacher and confidence booster! Everything about our day was first class from the techniques that were so clearly explained to our coming away with paintings that whilst the subject matter was the same, showed our quite different personalities! In addition the lunch was super and the home made biscuits with coffee went down a treat!”
“Marielle – I attended Sue’s one day oil painting course, I had a very nice day. The studio is set in lovely surroundings of woodland, and it is very tranquil. I had never really tried oil painting before and am completely new to this type of media. Sue is an excellent teacher, she’s very patient and guides you step by step, she will go over something until you have got it. I found the whole experience a very enjoyable and a very encouraging day. Sue taught me everything from what materials and media to use to create the painting and showed me the techniques needed to use the brushes correctly. With Sue’s guidance and support I was very surprised as to how I was able to create the painting. I was well chuffed with myself, with what I have achieved, thank you Sue. I would definitely recommend Sue’s course to anyone at any level, try it and see what you think.”
“Laura – Following lockdown Sue made the day of painting relaxed, fun and informative. Upon arrival Sue chatted about what we would be doing throughout the day and ensured maximum comfort at each stage of the painting experience. Encouragement and excellent tuition resulted in a great oil painting to take home. Sue is an extremely talented artist who is generous in sharing her wealth of knowledge and expert eye as she teaches each stage of your masterpiece. For anyone left handed that has experienced difficulties in technique, Sue was able to demonstrate brush position and tips that make sense. I would absolutely recommend Sue to anyone considering a day of art whether you have painted before or have no previous painting experience. A definite 5* day and a huge thank you.”
“Stephanie – Having signed up for the six week beginners course over a year ago, have now finally completed it. What a brilliant course and Sue such a good teacher. Very patient, helpful and inspiring. I have learnt so much and become so inspired and now have taken up oil painting. I had never painted before and had often thought about it but never felt confident enough to do it. So glad to have completed the course and done several paintings that I feel very proud of. Lovely surroundings to be painting in. Highly recommend.”
“Sara – I cannot praise Sue O’Mara’s Pet Portrait course highly enough. I had looked at various other artists’ web sites to commission a pet portrait, but after reading through the details of Sue’s course, felt that painting my pet would be more fulfilling, and it really was. I am extremely grateful to Sue for nurturing my inner artist. Sue is lovely, and an excellent teacher. Her course is structured in such a way, that you see real progress during, and at the end of each day. Sue explains methods and painting techniques with each stage, and is extremely encouraging. I am an absolute beginner, and thrilled with the end result! The course is extremely enjoyable, and great value for money. The location of the studio is very peaceful, and the lunches provided by Sue an added bonus – they are delicious!”
“Steve – As a family we booked a beginners lesson with Sue, which was amazing! Ranging from a 12 year old sister to a 55 year old father it was safe to say we had very different ideas of painting, but the very talented Sue was a great teacher and really helped us to all achieve beautiful art which none of us thought we would be capable of! We had a lovely day painting and will definitely be back!”
“Sarah – My girlfriends created a bucket list for me and one of the things to do was a life drawing class. Having never done any drawing before I signed up for a day session with sue. Well what can I say from the initial conversation and emails we exchanged sue put me at ease. The woodland studio is a tranquil and enhancing environment. Sue is so easy going and informative. Her life model, also sue was a very brave and inspirational lady also. Arrived without a clue, left feeling inspired to do more. Can’t recommend more highly. Thanks sue xx
“Neryene – My husband surprised me with a one on one oil painting class with Sue. It was amazing, and I enjoyed it tremendously. Sue made me feel at ease, it was a very relaxed and comfortable setting. I have learned so much in the 6 hour course. Sue is a gifted teacher and very patient. I was treated with a lovely lunch outside in the countryside setting. I will definitely be back again for more classes, I am very interested in a jewellery making class. Thank you again, Sue”
“Philip – I had one to one lesson with Sue. Sue is a great teacher. She gave me very useful tips, I learned some techniques in oil painting, found it very interesting and engaging. As a novice she made me feel very comfortable. The studio is very relaxed, located in the countryside. The homemade biscuits were lovely, I enjoyed my lunch. With Sue’s help and advice I was able to complete a picture that I was proud to take home. I highly recommend the one day course!”
“Bridget – I had a lovely day with Sue learning how to use oil paints in her well appointed studio. Sue is an excellent teacher for beginners like me. The painting I completed combined lots of techniques including mixing colour, use of brushes and perspective. With encouragement and advice from Sue it was possible to complete a painting in one day to take home and keep. I am now motivated to continue learning to paint with oils thanks to Sue.”
“Virginia – As a birthday gift my husband booked 2 days of 1 to 1 tutoring from Sue. I really enjoyed my time with her, she was so patient and knowledgeable and I felt at ease with her right from the start. I had never used oils to paint with before but with Sue’s guidance I produced 2 pieces of work both of which I am quite proud. I would recommend anyone to try the course and indeed I intend to enrol in the six week course in September. Thank you Sue for the lovely experience.”
“Stephen – I had not undertaken any art work since I was at school many years ago. Sue put me at ease very quickly, explaining the process we would follow, the techniques to be used and the expected learning. Sue delivered on all points. The day was a total pleasure, Sue was very kind, excellent at her art and very supportive. She built my confidence quickly and by the end of the day I had produced a painting that I was very proud of and that totally wowed my family. I have no hesitation in recommending Sue and am already booked for my next lesson!”
“Sharon – Really enjoyed my starter session which has led to me being addicted to painting! Sue is wonderfully patient, creative and inspiring. She acts as a critical friend, giving advice honestly and guiding you through new techniques to boost your confidence and skill level. Thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile! Suggest you give it a go!”
“Liane – I have brought one of Sue’s paintings and it is truly beautiful. A very talented lady – it has made me want to book onto the ‘One day beginners’ class in the new year. The studio leads out onto woodlands and the atmosphere feels professional and relaxed. Thank you for my painting.”
“Jeanette – Loved the courses I have taken. Sue is an excellent teacher, and guided me to complete some lovely art works that all my family was very impressed with. A lovely atmosphere with the studio opening onto a nice garden and woodlands. The lunch was perfect, keeping one going during the full day course. Would recommend Sue and her classes.”
“Michael – Great course, I was amazed how much I learnt in just one day.”
“Kay – What a wonderful introduction to oil painting the 6 week course is! I turned up having never done any oil painting before and after the first 2 sessions I had finished my first painting under the expert guidance of Sue. She is a lovely lady, very calm and encouraging and very experienced so able to answer any queries or concerns I had. She holds the classes in her quiet and light filled studio at the back of her house. I felt very nervous embarking on this course but she has filled me with confidence and I am now on to my 3rd painting which is surprisingly intricate (my choice of subject matter) but I feel happy that with Sue’s help I can achieve the picture I set out to do. I would recommend any of Sue’s courses to any one who has an interest in oil painting, whether they have any previous experience or not.”
“Geraldine – The warm welcome given to us by Sue set the tone of this creative but relaxing day. We learnt some very clever techniques and were encouraged to see the positive in every mark we made (even if we thought we had made a mistake). I was amazed to come away with a finished oil painting.”
“Sarah – I thoroughly enjoyed the oil painting day course with Sue. She is warm, welcoming and knowledgeable not to mention full of great tips. I surprised myself with the winter scene that I was able to create with Sue’s support and guidance. The day was well paced and I enjoyed every minute. Highly recommended.”
“Anne – Spain was wonderful, I loved it and would love to come next year. Great food, excellent painting days. The courtyard day in the village was brilliant.”
“Rosie – Thank you Sue for a lovely Spain painting holiday. You took all the stress of going away on my own away. Really nice to meet new people and have paint in such a lovely setting. The orange grove was so pretty.”
“Lesley and Sarah – Thank you Sue, we both had a blast, so interesting to see all the different art works over the week.”