I love this sewing studio I learn so much and the teacher is the best my experience here has always…read morebeen amazing every time I come.I definitely recommend to anyone.

I've had a sewing machine for about five years with every intention to learn how to sew. It wasn't…read moreuntil my husband asked to use it (and knew how!) that I realized I needed to get on that! I went to the Beginner's Class and we made a pillow. It really gave a feel for the machine. Toni (the owner and instructor) was great and really helpful. She made it fun to learn. I think the best thing about this class is that it left me feeling really confident about using my machine (at least for simple things...for now!) I believe this was money WELL spent. When I get tired of making throw pillows, I'll go back for the next class!!!

I wasn't sure what to expect on my first campus visit to Duke University. What I found was…read moreamazingly beautiful and peaceful. The grounds consisted of native plants, lush trees, magnolias, open green spaces with benches for resting and incredible buildings of Gothic architecture. The chapel was open and available for viewing. I highly recommend taking a peek inside this huge iconic chapel in the heart of campus. What a lovely place.

This was another check on my bucket list. The campus it's amazing and I got to see Cameron. The…read morebest basketball team in college plays here and I finally got to see it. Coach K rightfully has his own street. The road to NCAA championships.

This is an interesting artists space that has moved around within Durham a few times. Great place…read moreto see glass blowing, pottery making, weaving, printing, metal sculpting, and more. They offer classes and also have occasional open houses like their annual holiday market. We usually make it out at least once a year and have purchased cards and pottery from the artists. They are all very friendly and love to talk about their work. Check their website for their hours and/or events.

Liberty Arts i.e. a co-working space for artists. If you're an artist, looking for a place to work…read morewith like-minded people to teach, learn and inspire, this is your place. Located in the Golden Belt warehouse district, Liberty Arts has a small gallery inside their warehouse, in addition to the large co-working area. This gallery is open to the public on the last Thursday of every month as well as more recently for Durham's Third Friday. During this time, visitors have the chance to view a vastly varied set of media [incredible woodwork, bronze casting, blown glass and even handcrafted pipes!] but also chat with artists and explore the studio. The co-working space also offers community classes, and although pricey, they have the ability to offer some very unique opportunities. Everything from jack-o-lantern casting and carving, welding education, plasma cutting and metalworking, clay-metal fusion and bronze casting. I highly recommend checking out their website for current events! You can tell that the artists truly look forward to chatting with interested visitors. So, stop by, ask questions or just soak up the creative atmosphere!

I took a drawing class at this art space during a particularly difficult move, and it became so…read moremuch more than just a class--it was a true place of refuge. The instructor is an exceptionally talented artist, but what stood out even more was her ability to teach with patience, clarity, and presence. Her instruction created a calm, focused environment where it was easy to slow down, breathe, and simply be in the process of making art. Each class felt like a meditative respite. For a few hours, I was able to step out of the stress of life and reconnect with creativity, observation, and a sense of inner quiet. That is a rare and meaningful gift. The space itself is welcoming and supportive, and you can feel the care that goes into both the teaching and the environment. I'm deeply grateful for this experience and would highly recommend this art space to anyone looking not only to grow their skills, but to find a peaceful, restorative creative community.

This is a cool building for kids programs and they offer so many fun camps. They teach lots of…read moredifferent styles of art. The one aged group performed a fun play. Check it out.

My daughter has been to several birthday parties and camps here and she loves it. Tamara is an…read moreamazing art teacher that is very warm and kind to the kids. She makes everyone feel welcome and makes sure the kids have tons of fun! Camp here is always a sure bet!

From the owner: TC ARTWORKS is a happening art studio in Raleigh. We offer unique art classes to kid's and adults…read moreno matter what their talent level. Tamara Clary Clark is the owner and head Art Honcho, bringing 3 decades of experience to the art easel. * Kid's Track Out classes - Ages K - 15. Tuesday - Friday 8 am drop off & 4 pm pick up. Each class is a different theme focusing on a famous artist & period in art. * Vino & Vintage classes - Adults and Girls Night Out. A two hour class learning how to create a home accessory project and DIY at home. * Small Furniture Workshop: A 3 hour workshop. Bring in a small piece of furniture to refinish in class. * Advanced Furniture Refinishing Workshop: A day workshop learning several techniques of furniture finishes. * Beginning & Advanced Drawing Classes. 5 class session lasting 2 hours each class. *Beginning & Advanced Painting Classes. 5 class sessions lasting 2 hours each session. * Private Parties for Kids -Host your child's Birthday Party with us! Reserve TC ARTWORK'S Studio for 2 1/2 hours. The Host/Hostess will choose what Art activity from our themes. *Corporate Team Building: Class participants take home a finished project as well as the knowledge and confidence to 'DIY' at home. *Vino & Vintage Private Parties: 2 hour class. Choose your project and date. Bring your favorite beverage, wine and snacks. We provide aprons, cups, napkins, plates and all supplies.

I am always on the hunt for alternative sources to art supplies found in big box concrete buildings…read morethat offer up half of their space to kitchey already made dumpster filling junk. So when I am in a new area of a town, I google "art supplies" and pray for some relief from the tyranny of plastic and cake decorating, scrapbook paper and seasonal driftwood. So I found ArtPost in an unexpected place. A small dwelling type storefront with funky painted blue building and two doors... take the left. Inside you will find traditional and some on trend art supplies packed inside the small space like a european counterpart. If you are an artist or craftsperson, I don't believe you will be able to leave without something. p.s. they have some of the coolest japanese brush tip pens.

I did not realize this until I came here, but Art Post is one of the only few local art supply…read morestores (and I believe the only one downtown). I have used them twice now for private classes/team building projects and both time they were phenomenal. For far less money than what other chain art-creation-team-building-events asked, Art Post created a custom activity for our group and created a laid-back atmosphere that encouraged creativity but also socializing. I also observed a class with younger children and the teacher was patient and also encouraging of creativity with the kids. Overall, I was very impressed with their community outreach and artistic philosophy. They also host some really great outdoor markets on the weekend where you can find lots of great local art and music!

Loved it! I didn't actually do any crafts tonight and it was my first time checking this place out…read morebut it's super cool and has a nice laid back and inviting feel. There were small groups of friends doing crafts together, a big group crafting for someone's birthday party (they brought cookies and cake and two humongous pizzas; this place allows you to bring your own food and snacks which is so cool!), and an outdoor area in back as well where my group and I hung out. They have feminine hygiene products available in the restroom for those who are in need. They've also got a jar of gigantic Kirkland dog biscuits which I didn't know existed but my dog absolutely loved them so thank you crafts and drafts! Definitely recommend this place as a fun and chill spot to hang out with friends.

So fun! This was my first visit! We got lucky since they were having a buy one get one half off…read morecraft kit deal. We opted for the wood burning kit. It was very fun to try and we spent about 3 hours working on our crafts. We used the stencils, wood burning tool, paint, and colored pencils for our creations. They were super open to let us taste any beers we wanted to try before making our selection. They had 8 beers on tap and then a lot of canned beers and other drinks available as well. Can't wait to go back and work on something else!

Like another reviewer wrote, there is a difference between the Durham Art Guild and the Durham Arts…read moreCouncil, although both seem to operate in the same building. We usually come on the third Friday art walks in Durham and check out the art they have on display. Sometimes there is free food but perhaps COVID put a stop to it. If you like to view art, stop by and wander their galleries.

I will admit, I got my wires a little twisted at first between the Durham Art Guild and the Durham…read moreArt Council. I like to just think of them as the same thing and am still a little unsure of what the main differences are between the two. Both reside at the same physical location, although they have separate websites and galleries within the building. If anyone can spread light on this conundrum I will take it gladly, but simply put I THINK the DAC is the building at 120 Morris St and the DAG is an organization residing there; but let me tell you what I DO know about the DAG [Durham Art Guild]. The DAG is a nonprofit member-driven visual arts organization that was established back in 1948 (making it one of the oldest community visual arts organizations in NC, and one of the five oldest in the nation). Their mission is to enrich and connect communities by creating opportunities for and providing leadership and future visual artists and art enthusiasts. Membership levels range from $30 (full-time student) to $1,000 (director's circle). The DAG operates two public galleries: the SunTrust Gallery (in the Durham Arts Council Building and open 5-7pm during the Third Friday art walk) and Room 100 at The Golden Belt (open 6-9pm on Durham's Third Friday art walk). Both galleries are free and open to the public as well as hosts a public reception for the artists exhibiting in this space on Third Friday's with a lovely reception with wine and finger snacks.