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​North Carolina’s only shared artist workspace, juried art gallery & art supply store all under one roof.

More Than a Studio

The Makery is a creative workspace where you can create, connect, and grow. Access studio space, specialty equipment, classes, exhibitions, and a community that celebrates creativity.

Art Classes & Events

  • Member Coffee Club ☕️
    Member Coffee Club ☕️
    Fri, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Free • Members Only • Every 3rd Friday Grab a cup of coffee, bring something you're working on, and spend the morning making with us.
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  • Teen Drawing & Painting Studio
    Teen Drawing & Painting Studio
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Semi‑private lessons | $30 per 2‑hour class | Drawing and Painting | Ages 12-18
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  • Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Curious about the pottery wheel? This one-time intro class is your first step! You’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, including how to center clay, pull walls, and safely operate and clean up the wheel. No experience needed—just a willingness to get a little muddy and have fun! For ages 8 and Up
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  • Faux Stained Glass Workshop: Sunflowers
    Faux Stained Glass Workshop: Sunflowers
    Fri, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Grab your friends and join us for a relaxing evening of creativity, wine, and fun! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design your very own faux stained glass sunflower using a wooden cutout, colorful crushed glass, and resin for a stunning glass-like finish.
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  • Crushed Stained Glass Make & Mingle
    Crushed Stained Glass Make & Mingle
    Fri, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    In this hands-on class, you’ll create your own framed crushed stained glass piece, choosing from a variety of beautiful designs. Using resin, crushed glass, and wood cutouts, you’ll layer color, texture, and shine to bring your piece to life—no experience needed.
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  • Watercolor 101
    Watercolor 101
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 19
    Sep 19, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Learn to paint a watercolor landscape in this course designed specifically for beginner - intermediate level eager to explore the enchanting medium of watercolor painting.
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  • Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Tue, Sep 22
    Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Curious about the pottery wheel? This one-time intro class is your first step! You’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, including how to center clay, pull walls, and safely operate and clean up the wheel. No experience needed—just a willingness to get a little muddy and have fun! For ages 8 and Up
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  • Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 24
    Sep 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM EDT
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Semi‑private lessons | $30 per 2‑hour class | Acrylic or Oil | Ages 14+ Discover the joy of painting at your own pace every Thursday at The Makery! Artist and instructor Clina Polloni offers a relaxed, semi‑private studio where you choose the project that excites you most.
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About The Makery 
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At The Makery, we started with a simple idea: to create a space where artists, makers, and creatives could come together, share ideas, and inspire one another. From the beginning, our goal has been to build a truly collaborative community—a place where creativity thrives because people work, learn, and grow together.

 

Our shared studio, hands-on workshops, and supportive membership programs are designed to empower local artists, nurture artisan small businesses, and provide access to professional tools and resources. Every project, class, and event is rooted in connection, collaboration, and the belief that creativity is stronger when shared.

 

Join us, explore our memberships and classes, and become part of a Wake Forest art community where collaboration, inspiration, and creativity come to life.

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