Hopewell Studios

Sep 22nd, 2021

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Jun 5th, 2022

My disabled husband and myself had a wonderful day trying a technique that I , as an amateur potter, have long wanted to try. The day more than exceeded my expectations. Amazingly, the adaptations and ntense support that was provided for my husband , meant that he too was able to fully participate. Thank you to everyone at Hopewell studios for making the experience possible for both of us. Our raku pots are a happy reminder of a special day.
May 15th, 2022

Hopewell is a beautiful idea made real. Well done Ed...you should be very proud!
Mar 28th, 2022

Having attended a photo course, I tried to make contact about (amongst other things) when the next lighting course might be, & the return of (art-related) items Id loaned them. But I can honestly say Ive never been treated so ignorantly, contemptuously, and dismissively ever. After further emailing (twice) I received another dismissive, condescending & patronising response, which completely lacked any consideration of my points or replies to my questions; but did say theyd happily return my items, but in their own good time theyve still not been received, and thats NOT SATISFACTORY! You might also note that their website isnt legally compliant with data protection laws (e.g. no pop-up asking if you accept their cookies; and no privacy statement saying whether they do or do not use cookies, or how they will/will not use your personal information. This is particularly serious in relation to the protection of childrens personal data, and is shoddy business practice at least! There are no other policy(ies) or terms and conditions (that you see on legitimate company web-sites) either. Also, farms are dangerous places, so you might also want to check they have public liability insurance for the specific activity you might be intending to do there (and not just a general farm or general photo-studio liability policy). As part of their requirements for liability insurance cover, they will be able to provide you (and should be happy to do so) with a full risk analysis which will include the specific protocols, procedures, and safety equipment required or advised (whether they provide it or not) for any/all individual activities that take place there. Noticeable in the Raku videos posted on their Facebook pages is the absence of most of the Health & Safety Executives list of compulsory personal safety equipment for this activity (eye protection, () aprons and safety footwear etc.), the point of which comes into stark reality with the burst of flash fire towards/around one participant in the video (24 Mar 22); and there are trip hazards all over, and with participants getting in each others way thats a recipe for disaster! One star, because I was forced by Google to.
Oct 26th, 2021