Welcome to Sable Studio Gallery
Painting Classes, Painting Holidays and Painting Retreats
I set up Sable Studio Gallery 20 years ago but have had my gallery space at Moira Furnace Museum for around 17 years. Such a beautiful location by the canal my unit is located in the courtyard with several other businesses including a pottery studio and café. There is free parking on site, wheelchair access, toilets, woodland walks, boat rides, ice creams, picnic areas and so much more locally to see and do. From here, I run regular watercolour painting classes and workshops and I also offer painting holidays and art retreats both here in the UK and in the South of France. From my gallery I also sell paintings, cards, prints, soft furnishings, jewellery and giftware.
Professional artist & author
Jo Allsopp
I am a fully qualified art tutor and began working in Adult Education over 20 years ago for Leicestershire County Council. When a unit became available to rent by the canal, I decided this was just too much of a great opportunity to miss and so began running my own classes from my gallery space. The business has gone from strength to strength and I have lots of regular students who attend my weekly drawing and painting classes as well as attendees to the weekend workshops which I offer most Saturdays. I also offer painting breaks both here in the UK and in the South of France which are hugely popular.
In 2019 I was chosen to appear on BBC One on the new art TV series 'Home is where the art is' with presenter Nick Knowles which was a fabulous experience. This then led to me pushing my art further afield and striking up a working relationship with the SAA. I have my own watercolour book out now and available to buy from sites including Search Press and Amazon. Loving art of a different kind, I am a black belt and have previously held world champion title in Tae Kwon-Do at hand power - have been British Champion breaking boards and held many more titles from this martial art and Judo
Loose and Lively Animals in watercolour, inks and mixed Media
Available with all good stockists, Amazon, Search Press & here in my online shop
Jo Allsopp appeared on BBC One
Home is Where the Art is
with Nick Knowles
Upcoming Events
Sat, 07 DecMoira07 Dec 2024, 10:00 – 15:00Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
Sat, 14 DecMoira14 Dec 2024, 10:00 – 15:00Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
Thu, 09 JanSable Studio Gallery09 Jan 2025, 13:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
Fri, 10 JanSable Studio Gallery10 Jan 2025, 13:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK10 Jan 2025, 13:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKAn introduction into this wonderful and very exciting medium. This course is designed for the complete beginner with no previous knowledge. Click for more information here or see a full description in the shop area where you can also book
Sat, 11 JanSable Studio Gallery11 Jan 2025, 10:00 – 15:00Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
Sat, 25 JanSable Studio Gallery25 Jan 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK25 Jan 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKMake a bespoke side table (or tray) to be proud of on this exciting workshop. There is a wide choice of designs - please go to the shop area to book. Limited spaces, all materials and PPE will be provided. There is also an option to come the following day to do an additional pour for more depth.
Sat, 15 FebMoira15 Feb 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK15 Feb 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKThese days are so popular and start at 10.30am until 3.30pm. All abilities are welcome to attend due to my thorough teaching style. A welcome glass of fizz on arrival with complimentary tea/coffee throughout the day. Click here for more information or book now in the shop area.
Sat, 08 MarSable Studio Gallery08 Mar 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK08 Mar 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKThis is for a full day making a gorgeous leaping hare suitable as wall art using all of the materials in the gallery. This workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities - you can reserve a space now in the shop area.
Sat, 29 MarSable Studio Gallery29 Mar 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK29 Mar 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKCome along and paint loose flowers in watercolour step by step. My workshops are suitable for all abilities due to my thorough teaching style. Click for more information here or take a look in the shop area where you can book a space. 
Sat, 26 AprSable Studio Gallery26 Apr 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK26 Apr 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKCome along and paint your own pet from a photograph under the guidance of your tutor who has over 20 years teaching experience. Click for more information or look in the shop area where you can book. 
Tue, 06 MayNice06 May 2025, 19:00 – 11 May 2025, 23:00Nice, 19 Rue Costes et Bellonte, 06200 Nice, France
Sat, 31 MaySable Studio Gallery31 May 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
Sat, 07 JunSable Studio Gallery07 Jun 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK07 Jun 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKThis is one of the extremely popular resin events where you have various options to choose from. Small side tray tables, larger tray tables or the very popular deep pours. Book now in the shop area by reserving a space with a deposit. All options and prices can be found there.
Sat, 28 JunSable Studio Gallery28 Jun 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK28 Jun 2025, 10:30 – 15:30Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UKA fantastic opportunity to paint along step by step, this beautiful lion cub. All abilities are welcome due to my thorough teaching style. Bring your own watercolour materials or use mine in the gallery for the duration of the workshop. Click for more details or see these in the shop area.
Opening Hours
Come Visit
Tues - Sat: 10am - 3pm
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Please always ring me before setting out as I often travel to other venues to demonstrate to art groups and organisations around the country so would not wish for you to have wasted a journey. I also offer painting holdi
Please view more of my work in the Gallery section
By Jo Allsopp
SLEEPING LION
Contacts and Links
Please find herewith my address and some useful links to my social media accounts and my Etsy shop where you will also find more beautiful products
Unit 3 Furnace Lane, Moira
Derbyshire, DE12 6AT
United Kingdom
01283 224332/07714 700686
