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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 15 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. In my studio space 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.

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 Professional artist & author

Jo Allsopp

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  • 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 coming out later this year which is available to pre order from  sites including Search Press and Amazon. Loving art of a different kind, I am a black belt and currently a world champion in Tae Kwon-Do at hand power - have been British Champion breaking boards and held many more titles from this martial art and Judo

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Jo Allsopp appeared on BBC One
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with Nick Knowles

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Opening Hours

Come Visit

Tues - Sat: 10am - 3pm

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

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Please view more of my work in the Gallery section

By Jo Allsopp

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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

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Upcoming Events

  • Foxy or Friends Mosaic Making - full day 9th Dec
    Foxy or Friends Mosaic Making - full day 9th Dec
    Sat, 09 Dec
    Moira
    09 Dec 2023, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    09 Dec 2023, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    Make this stunning fox mosaic (or other shapes are available including the hare and Christmas themed). Hot chocolate, cream and marshmallows too
  • Christmas Mosaic Making Workshop
    Christmas Mosaic Making Workshop
    Sat, 09 Dec
    Moira
    09 Dec 2023, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    09 Dec 2023, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    This is for the mini sessions, make Christmas decorations to hang from your tree or gift these to family and friends. The sessions are 10am - 12 or 1pm - 3pm
  • Winter Wildlife Painting Day - Snowy Fox
    Winter Wildlife Painting Day - Snowy Fox
    Sat, 16 Dec
    Moira
    16 Dec 2023, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    16 Dec 2023, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    Paint this gorgeous fox in the snow step by step. Lots of exciting techniques are demonstrated throughout so all abilities are welcome. Mulled wine and mince pies too
  • Complete beginners watercolour  painting course 5 weeks
    Complete beginners watercolour  painting course 5 weeks
    Tue, 16 Jan
    Sable Studio Gallery
    16 Jan 2024, 13:00 – 13 Feb 2024, 15:00
    Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    16 Jan 2024, 13:00 – 13 Feb 2024, 15:00
    Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    Learn this exciting medium, so many demonstrations of techniques. All materials are supplied for the duration of the course which is Tuesdays 1pm - 3pm starting 16th Jan. Double click for additional information or look in the shop area in description. There you can then book and reserve your space.
  • Painting & Prosecco Experience - Snowy Squirrel 20th Jan
    Painting & Prosecco Experience - Snowy Squirrel 20th Jan
    Sat, 20 Jan
    Sable Studio Gallery
    20 Jan 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    20 Jan 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    Fabulous painting experience for all abilities and ages due to my professional step by step instruction. Bring your own materials or use mine in the gallery for the day. Cost is £55 per person if using own materials or an additional £5 to use mine which are artists quality. Click for more info
  • Sparkly Silver Jewellery Making Day (Art Clay)
    Sparkly Silver Jewellery Making Day (Art Clay)
    Sat, 10 Feb
    Sable Studio Gallery
    10 Feb 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    10 Feb 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Sable Studio Gallery, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    A fabulous opportunity to make several pieces of jewellery on this full day starting at 10am until 3pm. You each get 14g of clay and a sterling silver chain and ear wires or hoops. You can reserve a space in the shop area by purchasing a 50% deposit. Limited spaces, maximum 8 places
  • Painting & Prosecco Experience - Inky Badger
    Painting & Prosecco Experience - Inky Badger
    Sat, 17 Feb
    Moira
    17 Feb 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    17 Feb 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    Fabulous painting day full of demonstrations of watercolour and ink techniques painting this beautiful badger. Suitable for all abilities including beginners - double click for more info or book in the shop area
  • Brand new watercolour class for beginners Tuesdays 1-3pm
    Brand new watercolour class for beginners Tuesdays 1-3pm
    Tue, 20 Feb
    Moira
    20 Feb 2024, 13:00 – 17 Dec 2024, 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    20 Feb 2024, 13:00 – 17 Dec 2024, 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    This is a brand new class starting 20th February then continuing every tues 1-3pm. Find more information here by double clicking or see the description in the shop area.
  • Painting & Prosecco Experience - Mad March Hares 2nd March
    Painting & Prosecco Experience - Mad March Hares 2nd March
    Sat, 02 Mar
    Moira
    02 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    02 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Moira, Unit 3 Furnace Ln, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6AT, UK
    Paint these boxing hares using watercolours step by step. Click here for more detailed information or visit the shop area
  • Painting Holiday in the French Riviera 7th - 12th May 2024
    Painting Holiday in the French Riviera 7th - 12th May 2024
    Tue, 07 May
    Nice
    07 May 2024, 15:00 – 12 May 2024, 11:00
    Nice, Nice, France
    07 May 2024, 15:00 – 12 May 2024, 11:00
    Nice, Nice, France
     A fanta A fantastic opportunity to join us on what will be our fourth visit to the South of France where we will paint various scenes/topics which may include; boats, harbour, buildings, seascapes, landscape, flowers at various exciting locations including Monte Carlo, the port area and old town.
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