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

Main open seating area inside The Makery shared art studio in Wake Forest.
Main open seating area inside The Makery shared art studio in Wake Forest.
Child sitting on a bench observing the fine art gallery at The Makery.

The Makery is a creative co-working studio and shared artist workspace in Wake Forest, North Carolina. We’re a place where you can paint a canvas, throw a pot or work on a laptop; all under one roof.

 

Our space brings together a shared artist studio and makerspace, art classes and workshops, a juried gallery with rotating exhibitions, and a local art supply storefront. With flexible memberships and hands-on classes, The Makery supports artists, hobbyists, and creative professionals at every stage.

 

Whether you’re looking for a creative co-working space, art classes in Wake Forest, a local art gallery, or a welcoming studio to build your creative practice, The Makery is where creativity and community meet.

The Month's Events

Art Classes & Events

  • Intro to the Wheel
    Intro to the Wheel
    Feb 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 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!
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  • Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Feb 12
    Feb 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    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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  • Makery Kids Club: Learn to Throw
    Makery Kids Club: Learn to Throw
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Feb 13
    Feb 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Join us each Friday in February for a wheel throwing series designed just for kids ages 7 and up!
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  • First Spin
    First Spin
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Feb 13
    Feb 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 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!
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  • Galentines Hat Burning Workshop
    Galentines Hat Burning Workshop
    Feb 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Come and join this unique class. Learn how to wood burn on your very own vegan suede western style hat.  Your instructor will provide step by step instruction on designing, wood burning and adding embellishments from a min hat bar to your hat.  
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  • How Gnome-Antic: Paint Party
    How Gnome-Antic: Paint Party
    Feb 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Join us for a cozy evening of creativity and fun at The Makery! In this Valentine’s-themed Paint & Sip, we’ll guide you step-by-step to create an adorable Valentine’s Gnome on an 11x16 canvas.
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  • Makery Kids Club: Winter Wonders
    Makery Kids Club: Winter Wonders
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Feb 14
    Feb 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Join us every week in January for a cozy, creative winter art series designed just for kids!
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  • Makery Kids Club: Love and Friendship
    Makery Kids Club: Love and Friendship
    Feb 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Join us every week in February for a creative and fun art series designed just for Kids!
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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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