Front view of a building with a colorful shingled roof and large circular sign that reads 'the mac school of arts and crafts.' The building has large windows decorated with playful art and a sidewalk in front.

Welcome

welcome friends! here at the mac, We believe that creativity should be accessible to all. Come on in, let your imagination run free, and join our colorful community where art celebrates you!

to the macoupin art collective

where art and friends are made

A handwritten sign on a white piece of paper hanging on a wooden surface that reads, 'you are magic!' in black ink.
A young woman painting colorful cartoon animals and flowers on a white sheet of paper at a messy art table with paint bottles, a palette, and a phone.
A white wire rack filled with small paint bottles in various colors, placed on a dark table. Behind it, there is a wooden art piece of a cat.
Amber stained glass art in the shape of a dog, being held in a person’s hand inside a shop with people in the background.
Shelves filled with labeled plastic containers holding craft supplies like paint markers, zip ties, rubber bands, notepads, glitter colors, balloons, scissors, and markers in a craft room.
Clay sculpture of a whimsical creature with large closed eyes, a long pointed nose, small pointed ears, a wide smile with missing teeth, and a slightly exaggerated facial expression, placed on a wooden surface.
A stained glass ornament hanging in front of a wooden shelf with various paint and food containers.
Shelf of bottles of Mayco Stroke & Coat and Foundations Sheer acrylic paint in various colors, including red, peach, green, blue, purple, pink, orange, white, gray, and black, with color labels and some handwritten color names.
Smiling woman in red hat and red jacket holding an art project in a craft room.
Building with a colorful mural on the side wall, featuring abstract and geometric designs and words like "MAKE ART AND FRIENDS." The building has a sign for "the mac school of arts and crafts." There are cars parked in front and a sidewalk with a sma
Close-up of a craftsman’s hand holding a small woven basket made of thin wooden strips, securing the strips with metal clips, on a cluttered table in an arts and crafts store.
Green plastic basket filled with plastic bags of fabric scraps on a metal shelf labeled "fabric scraps."
A kid with red hair smiling while shaping clay on a pottery wheel in a ceramics studio.
A colorful, handmade ceramic vase painted with pastel stripes is on a table covered in paint splatters. A person is painting the vase with a small brush, and another child is in the background working on her own art project in an art studio.
Hand-painted yellow sign with black letters spelling 'MAKE ART' displayed above a window with various papers and a photo of a young child in a red sweater and yellow hat.
A person with glasses reaching towards a large, colorful, splatter-painted tumbler with a straw, labeled 'the mac school of arts and crafts,' in an arts and crafts studio.
An organized workshop with shelves filled with art supplies, wood pieces, and tools, candles hanging from the ceiling, a window with decorative paper cutouts, and chairs around a wooden table.
Wooden shelves with glass panes of various colors and sizes, labeled as "Glass Panes."
A colorful truck with bright turquoise color parked on a city street, with a mural painted on the building behind it that advertises 'the mac school of arts and crafts' and includes a large circular logo. The truck is decorated with various artwork a
Decorative stained glass butterfly hanging on a white wooden ledge.
A ceramic vase holding various paintbrushes on an art workspace. Background includes paint bottles and art supplies.

So what exactly do we do here?

  • Got a creative spark? We’ve got classes for every age and most art forms! Whether you’re into pottery, painting, sewing, stained glass, macramé, or more, we’ve got you covered. Dive into our upcoming class schedule and snag your spot for some hands-on fun!

  • The MAC is a creative playground! Dive into our ceramics studio, where eight potter’s wheels spin magic, a clay extruder and slab roller stand ready for your next masterpiece, plus loads of extra tools, tabletop space, and shelves begging to be filled with your creations. If painting, drawing, or textile arts are more your vibe, our versatile general studio has you covered. Feeling crafty? Our crafting area is stocked with supplies and tools perfect for spontaneous projects.

  • We absolutely adore our community and all the amazing support it shows! With our traveling art bus, our thrifter’s treasures, and a bunch of lively community events, we’re spreading art far and wide—and making new friends along the way!

    Whether you're passionate about lending a hand, sharing your skills, or earning support for your artistic journey, we've got exciting volunteer opportunities, teaching roles, and valuable scholarships—all designed to open the world of art to everyone.

    In the near future, we will have private studios (soon to be revamped!) for visiting artists to rent.

Upcoming adult Classes

Adult Classes
Book Earrings Class
Aug 4
Book Earrings Class
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One-Shot Stacked Trinket Tray
Aug 4
One-Shot Stacked Trinket Tray
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DIY Home: Ceramic Pinch-pot Snack Trays
Aug 7
DIY Home: Ceramic Pinch-pot Snack Trays
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Stained Glass: Basics
Aug 8
Stained Glass: Basics
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Silver Stacking Rings
Aug 8
Silver Stacking Rings
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5 Week Book Binding Class
Aug 11
5 Week Book Binding Class
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Silver Stacking Rings
Aug 11
Silver Stacking Rings
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Soft Slab Mug One-Shot Class
Aug 11
Soft Slab Mug One-Shot Class
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DIY Home: Create Your Own Stitch Book
Aug 14
DIY Home: Create Your Own Stitch Book
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Stained Glass: Basics
Aug 15
Stained Glass: Basics
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One-Shot Coffee Pour Over
Aug 18
One-Shot Coffee Pour Over
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Stained Glass: Basics
Aug 20
Stained Glass: Basics
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Bob Ross Paint-A-Long
Aug 21
Bob Ross Paint-A-Long
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Barn Quilt Workshop
Aug 22
Barn Quilt Workshop
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4 week Surface Design in Clay
Aug 25
4 week Surface Design in Clay
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Stained Glass: Basics
Aug 29
Stained Glass: Basics
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DIY Home Decor: Ceramic Shelf/Wall Altar
Sep 4
DIY Home Decor: Ceramic Shelf/Wall Altar
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Silver Stacking Rings
Sep 5
Silver Stacking Rings
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Ghosties
Sep 9
Ghosties
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6-week Intermediate Clay Basics: Sculpting Portraiture in Clay
Sep 9
6-week Intermediate Clay Basics: Sculpting Portraiture in Clay
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Create and Chill: Ceramic Candle Stick Holders
Sep 11
Create and Chill: Ceramic Candle Stick Holders
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Stained Glass: Basics
Sep 12
Stained Glass: Basics
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Memory Mobiles
Sep 12
Memory Mobiles
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Relaxing Basic Embroidery Stitches Practice for Beginners
Sep 18
Relaxing Basic Embroidery Stitches Practice for Beginners
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One-Shot Stacked Trinket Tray
Sep 22
One-Shot Stacked Trinket Tray
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Upcoming Kiddos Classes

Kids Classes
Kids: One Shot Wheel Throwing
Aug 5
Kids: One Shot Wheel Throwing
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Kids: One Shot Wheel Throwing
Aug 12
Kids: One Shot Wheel Throwing
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Free After School Art
Aug 25
Free After School Art
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Free After School Art
Sep 1
Free After School Art
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Free After School Art
Sep 8
Free After School Art
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Free After School Art
Sep 15
Free After School Art
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Free After School Art
Sep 22
Free After School Art
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planned holiday naps!

the MAC will be taking a short break to spend time with our families, sip some cocoa, and gather fresh inspiration for the new year.

We'll be closed:

  • November 25–27 for Thanksgiving

  • December 23–25 for Christmas

  • December 31–January 1 for New Year's

We hope your holidays are filled with creativity, laughter, and a little bit of magic. We'll see you back at the studio soon, ready to make even more art together!

questions, concerns, or a really great idea?!

we’d love to hear from you!

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