“I found that the course delivered everything that was promised. The instruction was superb and I felt that the Robin and Moira were extremely knowledgeable. Their dedication and skills enabled me to proceed with a great confidence in my ability to take all that I learned and compete at a very high level. I was very inspired by their enthusiasm and I felt that I was receiving instruction from "masters”.
Great handouts! Easy to read. I will value my notebook and refer back to it often.
I have a little memento at the top of my drawing table, it reminds me before I begin or when I get stuck; keep it simple and design from the inside out, and it says this to me in a beautiful British accent!”
Joanne Gilmartin,
Graduate Garden Design School Boston MA (2009-2010)
“The format with the block schedule, the nine-month length and the business training made this the right program for me as a career changer and I was wowed by the promise of learning from British Designers!
The program gives you so much information and a lot of work to do it well, but all the instructors kept it all in perspective, professional and fun. As someone not from the industry, I had no idea how much information we would learn—and how much goes into becoming a designer.”
Lauren Miklavic,
Graduate Garden Design School Boston MA (2009-2010)
“I wanted the hands on approach not the collegiate one—I already did that.
It was far more challenging than I ever anticipated, but I learned so much not only about landscaping and design but about everything it takes to be an exceptional designer. I learned tremendous computer skills which I had very little before and I learned a lot about my strengths and weaknesses, which I probably already knew but forgot. Anyway this course has given me the confidence to move forward with an opportunity to begin in a field that is really interesting and fun to me. I am far busier than I ever would have thought and have gotten numerous referrals already! I’m only nervous now that I can keep up ! I have so much knowledge and confidence that I never anticipated. I am very pleased with the program, what I have learned and how much fun I am having.”
Kimberley E Zorniger,
Graduate Garden Design School Boston MA (2009-2010)
I’d definitely recommend the Garden Design School Program to anyone wanting to get started as a landscape designer.
Anon
I had toyed with the idea of changing career and doing something in horticulture for several years, and finally decided to take the plunge into landscape design. As this was to be a life-changing step for me (leaving behind an established, well-paid career) I wanted to be sure I would receive the best possible training to equip me for my new career. While many of the landscape design programs available offer a similar course syllabus, it was the fact I’d be working with highly-regarded, practising landscape designers that really swayed my decision. I also felt confident I would be learning the skills and techniques that really matter if you are serious about developing a career as a landscape designer. It’s easily the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done and I’m pleased to say that (Robin and Moira’s) high standards have rubbed off on me and I am now happily practising what they preached and securing interesting design projects since completing the program.
Christine Wilkie, graduate 2008.
I feel fully equipped to launch my own business professionally.
Anon
Robin Templar-Williams and Moira Farnham's teaching and commitment to each one of us was of the highest calibre - and as working landscape designers they brought a wealth of experience to the classroom.
I now run a successful landscape design practice with a variety of different projects on the go - from small city back yards to converted farmhouses with rolling acres. Life is busy - and I love what I do. My thanks to The Garden Design School for giving me the opportunity, rather later than most, to start a new career.
Annie Nicholl, graduate 2005
I feel confident I can practice as a landscape designer and I have never looked forward so much to working.
Anon
Hard work? You bet, but it is a fantastic experience working with some of the best people in the business. This is not a course based on theory. We are constantly referring to live and past projects, learning the facts that are essential if we plan to turn learning into a business.
Gordon Croy, graduate
The course has given me the confidence to offer clients a professional and creative solution that will stand the test of time, Anon.
As practising landscape designers Robin and Moira are knowledgeable and supportive tutors - the training they provide is second to none – and after graduation they are still only a phone call or e-mail away if you need advice. Gillian Sandham, graduate 2008.
Your teaching has been inspirational - I now feel I am actually living my dreams!
Anon
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