Self-guided art for casual creatives
Hosting pop-up and private events in Raleigh, NC
Artist-quality supplies in the medium of your choice
Our events
Join us at an event, and spend a couple of hours discovering a new craft and creating without expectation.
What we offer:
- Private parties
- Local partnerships
- Plein air public gatherings
Our mediums
Watercolor paint
Charcoal and graphite drawing
Oil pastel
Creating with Independent Study
Pick your medium
Choose from our growing selection of mediums
Gather inspiration
Find what sparks your interest among our curated items, ranging from books, magazines, and still-life objects. Have something else in mind? Get inspired by what’s around you in the world.
Make your art
Roll up your sleeves and create at your pace. We provide both quick-start guides and more detailed instructions to help you make something that moves you.
Wrap it up
You keep your art, and we’ll take care of cleaning up supplies.
FAQs
Where are you located?
Independent Study is currently collaborating with local businesses and individuals to bring the experience directly to you. We do not have our own studio at this time.
Is this good for beginners?
Yes! You don’t need any experience to try making with Independent Study. We will provide straight forward instruction on how to utilize all of our mediums and are here to help out if you have any questions.
What if I get stuck?
We can help you find inspiration in our collection of art books, provide still life props for drawing from life, or give you tips and tricks for getting started with your chosen medium.
Do you have options for kids?
We love kids, but Independent Study supplies are for adults only. Our supply quality requires care in use.
What’s included?
We provide all the supplies you’ll need to create with your chosen medium, including paper. Our curated collection of found objects will also help inspire and set the scene for your work of art.
Do you teach at Independent Study?
We don’t! All of our experiences are self guided, but we provide written instruction, inspiration, and our team is available to assist.
How do I schedule a private event?
Fill out our contact form, or email us at hello@independentstudystudios.com
Are your mediums always the same?
We will always have our core mediums available, but look out for seasonal special events and experiences.