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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

  • Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Beginners Wheel Throwing Class: First Spin
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 25
    Jul 25, 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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  • Crushed Stained Glass Workshop
    Crushed Stained Glass Workshop
    Sat, Jul 25
    Jul 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own 12” 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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  • Young Artist Entrepreneur Academy
    Young Artist Entrepreneur Academy
    Mon, Jul 27
    Jul 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – Jul 31, 2026, 12:00 PM
    The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Calling all creative kids with big ideas! In this exciting week long camp, young makers will learn how to turn their creativity into a real business while designing and developing products of their own.
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  • Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Painting Studio with Clina Polloni
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jul 30
    Jul 30, 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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  • Member Only: Creating Handmade Watercolor & Inks
    Member Only: Creating Handmade Watercolor & Inks
    Thu, Jul 30
    Jul 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wake Forest, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Dive into the alchemy of color in this hands-on workshop focused on creating your own watercolor pigments and natural inks.
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  • Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy
    Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 31
    Jul 31, 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 31
    Jul 31, 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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  • Sculpted Gourd Workshop: Party with you Gnomies
    Sculpted Gourd Workshop: Party with you Gnomies
    Fri, Jul 31
    Jul 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Wake Forest, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
    Come join to unique class where we will creating not one but two for these Gnomies babies. Your instructor will guide you step by step use air dry clay and a natural gourd to transform it into your own whimsical Gnomies.
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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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