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Jo Walton

whatjodidnext

Artist BA, C&G upholsterer + tutor 20 yr exp, interiors. Studio - Fossgate, York. @roguesatelier Art from £150 to £1000 @whatjodidnext @craftcourses
Looking forward to @rich_hardcastle_band playing f Looking forward to @rich_hardcastle_band playing for my exhibition preview evening on 28th November. Thanks Rich and @rise_bluebird for organising, it’s gonna be a fab night! ☺️ @whatjodidnext @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
I don’t just teach you know… I’m a working u I don’t just teach you know… I’m a working upholsterer! This is for @ambientetapas in Hull. If you want to learn upholstery get in touch. My next available dates are: December 10/11/12, January 14/15/16, February 4/5/6 - £90 per day. Makes a great Xmas pressie! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @craftcourses @modellifabrics #whatjodidnext #learnupholstery #upholsterycourse #upcycling #upholsteryworkshop #heritagecraft #classicupholstery #learnupholstery #upholstery #upholsterytechniques #upholsterylife #upholsteryschool #traditionalupholsterycourse #upholsterycourseyork#shabbytochicupholstery #furniturelove #upcycledfurniture #furnituremakover #vintagefurniture #giftvouchers #giftideas
Ready just in time for North Yorkshire Open Studio Ready just in time for North Yorkshire Open Studio’s tomorrow! 11 am til 4pm - this weekend! Come and see it in person at @roguesatelier art studio on Fossgate… @whatjodidnext @SWAinfo @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #ny_open_studios #winteropenstudios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Fresh off the easel Hedgerow 5 - 100 x 60cm. Deepl Fresh off the easel Hedgerow 5 - 100 x 60cm. Deeply textured and carved, then painted in oils… for sale, message me for more details. You can see this and more in person at North Yorkshire Open Studios 2/3rd November, in my studio Rogues Atelier in Fossgate, York city centre… @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @SWAinfo @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart
Lovely to be back teaching a full class again! Nex Lovely to be back teaching a full class again! Next available dates are: Nov 23/24, Dec 10/11/12, January 14/15/16 @ £90 per day - book one, two or all three days. Makes a wonderful Xmas pressie! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @craftcourses @modellifabrics #whatjodidnext #learnupholstery #upholsterycourse #upcycling #upholsteryworkshop #heritagecraft #classicupholstery #learnupholstery #upholstery #upholsterytechniques #upholsterylife #upholsteryschool #traditionalupholsterycourse #upholsterycourseyork#shabbytochicupholstery #furniturelove #upcycledfurniture #furnituremakover #vintagefurniture #giftvouchers #giftideas
Gold - changes with the angle, the weather, the ti Gold - changes with the angle, the weather, the time… just off the easel at 80 x 80cm - for sale, message for more details. Now sold! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @SWAinfo @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Working hard on some new large pieces for this eve Working hard on some new large pieces for this event, along with Rob Burton. Take a look @ny_open_studios for details of all York artists participating. See you soon! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @SWAinfo @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Super skilled complete beginners! I can teach you Super skilled complete beginners! I can teach you how to achieve your own unique design. Only 6 people maximum per session… msg me here, text or email for more info… thanks - Jo 😘 @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @craftcourses @modellifabrics #whatjodidnext #learnupholstery #upholsterycourse #upcycling #upholsteryworkshop #heritagecraft #classicupholstery #learnupholstery #upholstery #upholsterytechniques #upholsterylife #upholsteryschool #traditionalupholsterycourse #upholsterycourseyork#shabbytochicupholstery #furniturelove #upcycledfurniture #furnituremakover #upholsterylife #vintagefurniture #giftvouchers #giftideas
I can’t get out into nature quite yet (soon), so I can’t get out into nature quite yet (soon), so I have to bring it to me… another big painting at 100cm x 60cm to get lost in. Prep, plan and undercoat on, ready to paint tomorrow. @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart
I do like making these abstract meditative pieces I do like making these abstract meditative pieces - not made one for a while. At 80cm x 80cm I can really get lost inside the process, which is good for me. Ultimately I create art for the way it makes me feel… @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @goldleafsupply #whatjodidnext #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
A couple of works in progress… keeping busy # @ A couple of works in progress… keeping busy # @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart
Some very heartening reviews from my students! I d Some very heartening reviews from my students! I do miss my classes… All being well I’ll be back teaching in September. New course dates to be announced soon @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @craftcourses @modellifabrics #whatjodidnext #learnupholstery #upholsterycourse #upcycling #upholsteryworkshop #heritagecraft #classicupholstery #learnupholstery #upholstery #upholsterytechniques #upholsterylife #upholsteryschool #traditionalupholsterycourse #upholsterycourseyork#shabbytochicupholstery #furniturelove #upcycledfurniture #furnituremakover #upholsterylife #vintagefurniture #giftvouchers #giftideas
A painting of my daughter Blythe, for her birthday A painting of my daughter Blythe, for her birthday… I don’t think it’s quite finished but I could tinker with it forever. It’s a lovely painting project while I’m recovering, it’s actually nice to have the time! Oil on canvas 20 x20cm @whatjodidnext @blythe._.k @roguesatelier #whatjodidnext #roguesatelier #portraitpaintings
Today Chris visited so that I can do some sketches Today Chris visited so that I can do some sketches of him while 90% housebound - how kind is that?! He’s a busy man so it’s much appreciated ☺️ I think it’s a decent start for 30 mins ish for each one, and my measurements from a life study with us both in conversation aren’t too shabby! @christophertauerslife @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier #lifedrawing #portraitdrawing
This is the last weekend of open studios! Next one This is the last weekend of open studios! Next one is Winter 🥶🥶❄️If you want to see our art but can’t make this weekend then get in contact as I actually really do work here! Myself or Rob would be happy to show you around… @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @the_gift_project @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies #northyorkshireopenstudios
With a LOT of help from my friends - I’m ready… it’s been a tough time with a broken ankle/leg but I’m really looking forward to seeing everyone during this event. Rob’s not had it easy either! Both of us suffering injuries a few weeks ago. But we’re made of strong stuff - we are Rogues! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @the_gift_project @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupply #ny_open_studios
More from me and Rob! You can follow Rob @the_gift More from me and Rob! You can follow Rob @the_gift_project We’re at venue 117 in the North Yorkshire Open Studios brochure. You can find all the other artists on the NYOS website… @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @the_gift_project @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupply #ny_open_studios
Here we go - as promised! Another 2 from myself an Here we go - as promised! Another 2 from myself and Rob… his work first, mine second…. Pop in and see us in the busiest, prettiest cafe lined street in the centre of York. @kiosk_cafe is the best btw 😉 @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios @goldleafsupply @ny_open_studios @saltaireinspired #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupply @the_gift_project #ny_open_studios
This weekend and next! 1st painting is mine, secon This weekend and next! 1st painting is mine, second is Rob’s. Both are large abstract pieces… I’ll be posting a couple of images from us both each day, follow for updates! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @the_gift_project @goldleafsupply @n_y_open_studios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupply #ny_open_studios
Gold Leaf Supplies have asked their customers to s Gold Leaf Supplies have asked their customers to show case their work - so here goes… This piece is highly textured and embellished in gold leaf at 70 x 70 cm. If you’re interested in knowing more, or the price, then please DM me, thanks! @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios @goldleafsupply @n_y_open_studios @saltaireinspired #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupply
Well - that’s a wrap for York Open Studios this Well - that’s a wrap for York Open Studios this year! Thanks to all your support, enthusiasm and sales! I’m off to the pub on my broomstick xx @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios @n_y_open_studios @saltaireinspired #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Update… now sold! The paint is finally dry on t Update… now sold! The paint is finally dry on this one… ready for York Open Studios - venue 96 @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios @n_y_open_studios @saltaireinspired #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
It’s the last weekend of York Open Studios! 10 t It’s the last weekend of York Open Studios! 10 til 5 both days… @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios @n_y_open_studios @saltaireinspired #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Great first day of York Open Studios! Thanks to al Great first day of York Open Studios! Thanks to all who visited 🥰 @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier #whatjodidnext @yorkopenstudios #yorkopenstudios2024 #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
More small sections of large artworks at around 10 More small sections of large artworks at around 100cm x 60cm or larger. Getting ready for @yorkopenstudios 13/14th + 29/21st April, @saltaireinspired 3 to 5th May, ny_open_studios 1/2nd + 8/9th June… crazy busy but it’s an amazing opportunity to really push my creativity. Non-stop making, completely in the zone, I can see the development from piece to piece @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #rustart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Small sections of a big artwork. Playing with with Small sections of a big artwork. Playing with with gold, copper, paint and verdigris @ 80 cm x 80 cm. One of a series of 4 that I’m hoping to complete for York Open Studios… @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart #industrialart #goldleafsupplies
Spring is in the air - and on my easel… Meadows Spring is in the air - and on my easel… Meadows and hedgerows are on my mind. Can’t wait to see the flowers! Seed heads suffice for now - inspiration is in the mind @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @yorkopenstudios @ny_open_studios @saltaireinspired #whatjodidnext #yorkcreatives #britishartscene #artforsale #ukart #contemporarybritishpainter #cloudscape #newart #contemporaryart #modernart #abstractart #abstractartist #abstractartwork #artgallery #painteroninstagram #abstractseascape #thepaintersdistrict #buyfromartist #artcollector #galleryart #instaart
It fits! So that’s my bit done… 48 seats/backs It fits! So that’s my bit done… 48 seats/backs/chairs in total. Zoe and Tim @ambientetapas I’m looking forward to the next ‘little’ project! Thanks guys and good luck for the re-opening tomorrow xx
Nice to team up with @ambientetapas again! Daily w Nice to team up with @ambientetapas again! Daily workout throwing this banquet seating around the studio… I’m enjoying it! It’s a good start to the year. Back to teaching upholstery on soon on 17/18th January. @whatjodidnext @roguesatelier @craftcourses @modellifabrics #whatjodidnext #learnupholstery #upholsterycourse #upholsteryworkshop #heritagecraft #classicupholstery #learnupholstery #upholstery #upholsterytechniques #upholsterylife #upholsteryschool #traditionalupholsterycourse #upcycledfurniture #furnituremakover
Ace student Jan! And so was her hubby Sam - but th Ace student Jan! And so was her hubby Sam - but that’s another post…
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