Main Street Studio

Main Street Studio is located in the former firehouse of Charlton Fire District #1, at 786 Charlton Road, in the historic hamlet of Charlton, NY. Jason and Dana Nemec are in the process of transforming the old building into a contemporary craft gallery, artist's studio and community arts teaching and making space.

We are currently hosting resident artist studios, creative workshops, member programs, and pop-up markets.

Community Art and Craft Exhibition

May 31 - June 9 - 3rd Annual Charlton Makes! Exhibition of creative talent from in and around our community of Charlton, NY. Featuring workshops and demonstrations led by local makers! Learn More

Craft Workshop

Saturday June 1st - Weave a Wall Hanging Flower Basket Create your own basket with rattan reed and basketry tools, then fill it with locally grown summer flowers. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

Wednesday, June 5th - Learn to "Paint" With Wool Mallory Zondag introduces flat needle felting techniques to create images with wool and traditional painting techniques. Learn More

Woodworking Workshop

Friday June 7th or Saturday June 8th - Build the Perfect Bluebird House! For all skill levels - learn the basics of woodworking with this simple project class! Learn More

Music Showcase

June 7th - Live Music Performance by StudioBlue Makers of music! Join us on Friday, June 7th for a special performance by Charlton’s own “StudioBlue” jazz & swing music ensemble. Learn More

Craft Workshop

Saturday, June 8th - Soap Making, the Traditional Way! Learn how to make cold processed goat milk soaps and create your own scented bars using essential oils and natural colorants. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

Saturday, June 8th - Shibori Dyeing with Indigo Learn how to create traditional Japanese fabric patterns by folding, stitching and dipping fabrics into indigo dye. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

Sunday, June 9th - Eco-printed Silk Scarves Make a lasting imprint on a silk scarf using plants to create unique colors and patterns. Learn More

Update

- We're Hibernating We're planning a very busy Spring and Summer. Stay tuned for our schedule! Learn More

Open Studio Night

Wednesday, Nov 15 - Wednesday Night Open Studios Come hang out, chat, learn, teach and make with your neighbors. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

September 23 - Artsy Felted Vessels Learn how to sculpt and embellish your own unique bowl or vase from wool! Learn More

Fiber Workshop

September 17 - Mossy patch latch hooking Explore and learn the meditative art of latch hooking during this three-hour workshop. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

September 16 & 20 - Wet felting flowers Learn the ancient and awesome art of wet felting while creating unique multi-layered flowers. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

September 16 - Fantastic felted fungi Working with wool, wire and needle felting sculpture techniques to create uniquely felted fungi! Learn More

Gallery Opening

September 15 - Opening Reception: "Connective Fibers" Join us for an evening with contemporary fiber artist and educator, Mallory Zondag. Learn More

Exhibit

September 15 - 30 - "Connective Fibers" New work by contemporary fiber artist and educator, Mallory Zondag. Learn More

Community and Artist Collab

September 15 - 30 - Ewe & Us Join us for three weeks of activities with local wool producing farms and local artists that mold, weave and sculpt their rich fleeces into inspiring works of art. Learn More

Kid's Workshop

June 10 & June 11, 2023 - Kid's Painting Workshop with Karen Anthony Free painting class for kids! Two classes to chose from, Kitty Cats or Ice Cream Cones! Kids will have a lot of fun painting both. Learn More

Fiber Workshop

June 10, 2023 - Introduction to Japanese Fabric Arts Learn the traditional Japanese craft of folding fabrics to make ornamental flowers with "Tsumami zaiku" instructor, Renee Johnson. Learn More

Drawing Workshop

June 9, 2023 - Mandala Drawing with Betsy Seplowitz of Nourish Designs If you can draw a line or a squiggle, you can draw a mandala! Join us for a casual class exploring mandala and pattern drawing techniques. Learn More

Craft Workshop

June 3, 2023 - Adult Introduction to Basket Weaving with Patti Brousseau Try your hand at basket weaving while making a traditional wall-hanging basket to take home with you. Learn More

Kid's Workshop

June 3 & June 4, 2023 - Kid's Weaving Workshop with Lori Carter-Secreti Free weaving workshop for kids! Kids can spend an hour with local weaver, Lori Secreti, creating their own woven masterpiece! Learn More

Exhibit & Market

June 2, 3 & 4 + 9, 10 & 11, 2023 - Charlton Makes! The 2nd Annual exhibition of surprising locally-made works. This year includes a series of kids and adult workshops to get your creative juices flowing. Learn More

Kid's Workshop

June 3 & June 4 - Grondahl's Wizard Workshop A unique opportunity for kids to make their own magic wand inside a real wizard's workshop! Learn More

Ceramics Workshop

Saturday, May 13, 2023 - Clay Handbuilding for Wood Fire with Dan Greenfeld Join clay artist, Dan Greenfeld, for a very special workshop that explores the functional and creative possibilities of ceramic handbuilding techniques and the ancient process of clay wood-firing in a traditional japanese-style noborigama kiln located in Charlton, NY. Learn More

Exhibit & Market

Nov 25 & 26, 2022 - Holiday Market This year's market will feature some of our favorite potters, woodworkers, jewelry makers, fabric & fiber artists, and local farmers. Learn More

Exhibit

Sep 26 - Oct 7, 2022 - The Art of Wood Fire The Art of Wood Fire” showcases the work of a group of ceramics artists from across the Northeast who share in a twice-yearly communal firing with Dan Greenfeld, at a very special wood fired kiln in Charlton, NY. Learn More

Exhibit & Market

Jun 3,4,5 & Jun 10, 11, 12, 2022 - Charlton Makes! The show features 20+ artists and makers from Charlton and neighboring towns and includes hand-made furniture, fine metal work, pottery, painting, sculpture, photography, musical instruments, home & garden, jewelry, serving ware and local products. Learn More

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