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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

  • Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Mar 12
    Mar 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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  • Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy
    Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Mar 13
    Mar 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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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  • First Spin
    First Spin
    Fri, Mar 13
    Mar 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 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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  • First Spin
    First Spin
    Fri, Mar 13
    Mar 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 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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  • Makery Kids Club: Welcoming Spring
    Makery Kids Club: Welcoming Spring
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Mar 14
    Mar 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Join us every week in March for a fresh, creative spring art series designed just for kids!
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  • Makery Kids Class: Drawing Fundamentals
    Makery Kids Class: Drawing Fundamentals
    Mar 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    The Makery , 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    In this fun and creative class, young artists will learn the basic skills that help them draw what they see. We’ll explore exciting concepts like shading, shapes, light and dark (value), and how to make drawings look three-dimensional instead of flat.
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  • First Spin
    First Spin
    Sat, Mar 14
    Mar 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 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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  • First Spin
    First Spin
    Fri, Mar 20
    Mar 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 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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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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