"[Patients] had a fantastic day and for them to experience the whole process from an initial idea to something they can create and then see on paper is wonderful. It’s been a great day and they got so much out of it.” – Nic Hardwick, Nightingale Ward Play Specialist, Chesterfield Royal Hospital
"Duncan and Emma have lead many sessions for People Express. They are always professional and give great thought to the needs and aspirations of the individuals in the group they are working with. They have lead very successful workshops, producing beautiful artworks, with adults with autism, disabilities, mental ill health and dementia. They are friendly and approachable, and work to challenge participants to develop work that they didn’t think they would be capable of. Participants are encouraged to play, explore and experiment through the workshops and are always pleased with the artwork produced, giving a real sense of accomplishment. Many thanks to you both!" – Kalila Storey, Arts Engagement Officer, People Express
"Duncan and Emma are two of the most organised creatives and are a joy to work with. As artist and author in residence they inspired our library users of all ages to engage with stories and art to create works we were very proud to display and include as part of our Arts Council work. Libraries are cultural hubs welcoming to all and Emma and Duncan embraced that to take us all on an exciting journey. We look forward to working with them again in the future." – Helen Ackroyd, Principal Arts Officer, Inspire Culture Learning and Libraries
"Duncan and Emma guided us step–by-step through the process in a very relaxed but encouraging way." – Participant at "Imprinting the Wild", Whistlewood Common
"It was wonderful to have the opportunity to combine drawing, writing, printing and producing a piece of artwork." – Sian Tower, workshop participant at the Old Station Gallery, Rowsley
"Good positive atmosphere, good demonstrations of both techniques – writing and printmaking." – Adam Walkden, workshop participant at the Old Station Gallery, Rowsley
"Hands on." – Anne K. Fletcher, workshop participant at the Old Station Gallery, Rowsley
"…Really fun and good for most ages." – Participant at "Create a Comic" workshop, Creartii Art Studio, Belper
"It was awesome!" – Participant at "Create a Comic" workshop, Creartii Art Studio, Belper