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References
Caroline
Johnstone, Arts Development Officer, West Lothian Council On prep:
Preparation is always a stressful time. Tim made it very easy for us by listening to what we were looking for, making
suggestions and helping us to devise the best way to carry out our workshops and run his element of the event. Tim is
an excellent communicator and we were always happy with the speed and care in which he took to reply to any of our questions.
Tim knows what he needs to get the job done and sources good quality materials from suppliers he trusts. Not only did
this save us a lot of time, but also a lot of money. On workshops:
We were really impressed with Tims kite workshops. Often working with 30+ young primary children, Tim had command of
the classroom and had a great rapport with the young people. The kites they made were simple enough for them to make
on their own but challenging enough to keep them interested and concentrated. All the staff, pupils and parents were
extremely impressed at the ease of which the kites flew - clearly a testament to the quality of materials used and the excellent
knowledge base that Tim has. On events:
Tim and his team arrived with plenty of time to set up for our event. We provided a gazebo for Tim to work from but
he really made it his own by bring decorations, products and materials of his own. It was vibrant and eye-catching and
looked very professional. Tim coped extraordinarily well with the crowds of people that came. He had a queue for
at least three hours but took the time to speak with every person and help them put together their own kite. Even once
the crowds had subsided Tim walked through the park to help fix any problems and show the young people how to get their kites
in the air. The whole day was handled with enthusiasm and professionalism and we would love to work with Tim again in
the future. Martin Fell, Organiser
of Tenament Fair Gibson St Gala, Westend Festival May 2008 The Timskites project played a significant role in making our part of Glasgows Westend Festival a successful and much enjoyed event. Our contribution included many stalls offering all types of wares and activities suitable for all. We also showcased musical talent with a variety of styles from jazz to folk. I purposefully situated Tim at the centre of the festivities due to the valuable contribution he makes to the overall atmosphere and the service he provides for our younger, creative, festival goers. Tims stall was a success in every way, despite the rain, and we would be very happy to have him back at our Gibson
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