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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

  • Intro to Sewing: Learn the Basics
    Intro to Sewing: Learn the Basics
    Sat, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    New to sewing? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start! We’ll walk you through the very basics of using a sewing machine—from threading the needle and winding a bobbin to practicing stitches and sewing simple seams.
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  • Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 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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  • Paint and Sip: America the Beautiful
    Paint and Sip: America the Beautiful
    Sat, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Celebrate summer with a colorful evening of creativity at The Makery! In this guided Paint & Sip workshop, students will create a vibrant patriotic hot air balloon landscape inspired by glowing sunsets, open skies, and Americana charm.
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  • Wood Burned Birdhouses
    Wood Burned Birdhouses
    Sat, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Design your own bird house.  In this class you will learn how to wood burn on a natural gourd.  Once you complete burning the design into your gourd, your instructor will provided different coloring supplies to bring your bird house to life.
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  • Summer Camp Mythical Makers
    Summer Camp Mythical Makers
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 06
    Jul 06, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Join us for an exciting camp experience where each week brings a new theme designed to inspire creativity and imagination. Campers will engage in a variety of artistic activities, exploring different mediums and techniques while making lasting friendships in a fun and supportive environment.
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  • Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jul 09
    Jul 09, 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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  • Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy
    Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 10
    Jul 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Semi‑private lessons | $30 per 2‑hour class | Charcoal, Color Pencil, Pastels | Ages 12+ Discover the joy of drawing at your own pace every Friday at The Makery! Artist and instructor Mary Lou Amy offers a relaxed, semi‑private studio where you choose the project that excites you most.
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  • Teen Drawing & Painting Studio
    Teen Drawing & Painting Studio
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 10
    Jul 10, 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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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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