Fiona Saunders M.Des (RCA)

 

Having graduated from St. Martins/ Central Schools of Art and the Royal College of Art, after nearly 40 years as a freelance designer, I have a broad experience of  the gift, textile and surface design industries. Time spent - much enjoyed- at The National Trust in a teaching, as well as design capacity, led me to broaden my remit and I now offer art and craft classes/ parties in addition to privately commissioned work. I look forward very much to hearing from you!

 

Clients have included Past Times, The British Museum, The National Trust, Marshall Cavendish Books, Colefax and Fowler, Caspari, Heritage Playing Cards, Conde Naste Publications,Stephanie Hoppen Galleries Ltd, and various local authorities eg Chiltern District Council, S. Gloucestershire Council.

 

'Dear Fiona....Thank you for all your input- what a lovely day! Your skills, patience, good humour, customer care and expertise were very much appreciated'

Laura Hetherington, Heritage Arts and Learning.

 

'I was very impressed with your crafts workshop, thanks for all your efforts. The Halloween idea was very impressive and your sessions are very good'

David Hardill, Community Heritage Officer, S Glos Council.

 

'I have enjoyed this course immensly and have been taught - plenty! This has given me the courage to try more' A participant;

Winterbourne Academy, S. Glos.

 

'Fiona's enthusiasm and creative input helped transform the  National Trust's touring exhibition 'A Plant in Time' which went on to win a prestigious Global Green Award for the best exhibition in 2010'

Mike Calnan, head of gardens, The National Trust.

 

'Fiona is a competent and accomplished professional whose knowledge of art is extensive and whose enthusiasm for her chosen profession is infectious. Alex has not only gained a place on an A' Level art course  without a GCSE, but is holding her own aginst peers who do hold such a qualification'. 

Andrea, parent of Alex.