Summer 2007 and 2006 Participant Comments:

"I love almost believing that I could be an artist.  Great instructors, small class size, great location, excellent value for money." - Chuck Mora, N.S. (2007) 

"What a great productive way to spend a holiday.  Awesome idea for the school!  Keep up the quality - working with real artists!  What an opportunity to improve skills." - Pat Van Asperen, Ontario (2007) 

"Best course ever - wouldn't change a thing.  I liked the small class, lots of work, very productive." Patricia Siller, Ontario (2007)

"Great location, well organized, general atmosphere of support, purpose and creativity.  I think it's perfect"  Mary Lou Bedford, NS (2007) 

"I really enjoyed the course.  I am sure it will get me started at something I've always wanted to do." - Irma Curley, PEI (2007)

"Dianne is open, warm and very knowledgeable and experienced.  She expected a lot from us and motivated us to take risks." - Elaine Casey, N.S. (2007) 

"Excellent.  The content of my course, the friendships, the whole experience was beyond my expectations." - Joan LaFrance, CT, USA (2007)

"Great job all around.  The program is fabulous.  Bravo!  Thanks for the privilege of being part of this great initiative.  Bon chance!" - Gail Novaco, CT. USA (2007) 

"A wonderful opportunity to immerse myself in the beauties of PEI - all I hoped for plus excellent instruction from Betty.  I learned a lot." - Pat Dodd, Manitoba (2007)

"Very much appreciated social events as each one highlighted a quality 'island' experience." - Shelley Ross, Saskatchewan/B.C. (2007) 

"At first I was concerned about more experienced painters in class, but they in turn gave me useful feedback." - Suzanne Bennet, Ontario/B.C. (2007) 

"Yes my experiential holiday met my expectations and more - meeting nice people participating in social events etc." - Nathalie David, Quebec (2007) 

"I had such a great time and we were all a family."  - Nancy Cairns, Stanley Bridge, PEI (2006)

 "Exceded all my expectations.  I enjoyed meeting some very nice people, hearing the French language and English language interacting.  It has inspired me to pursue relearning French so I will be able to speak both languages when I return."   - Jean Tate, Lindsay, Ontario (2006-07)

"It was well organized.  I learned a lot."  - Nicole Pelchat, Blanc Sablon, Quebec (2006)

"Very low pressure, well prepared, good feedback."  - Liz Keeney, Ohio, USA (2006)

"Helped me think out of the box."  -  Leo Despres, New Brunswick (2006-07)

"I enjoyed both The Dunes and Lobster suppers.  Great ideas for get-togethers."  - Heather MacLeod, Charlottetown, PEI (2006)

"Good low key island experience."  - Max Wheeler, Toronto, Ontario (2006)

"Personal stories (of the artists) added relevance.  Very positive attitude and casual atmosphere.  It was easy for all to feel the artist within."  - Margaret James, Toronto, Ontario (2006)

As a permanent resident of PEI, I still wanted the 'painting holiday' and I got it.  A wonderful opportunity to focus my attention on my art for a week and experiment with some different approaches with the guidance of an experienced artist."  - Margaret Muzika, Charlottetown, PEI (2006)