General FAQ

Where are you located?

We have 2 locations in Western New York!

BUFFALO —

285 Parkside Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14214. *We are right across from the Buffalo Zoo

WILLIAMSVILLE ––

5888 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221 *We are on the corner of Main and Rinewalt, in the back space facing the parking lot

do you have PARKing?

YES! We have shared parking lots at both locations.

BUFFALO –– We have a parking lot behind the studio! Enter the driveway between the studio and the 711 and turn left. You can also park directly in front of the studio on Parkside Avenue, or on any of the surrounding side streets.

WILLIAMSVILLE –– Our studio overlooks the parking lot. You can also park on the right side of the street on Rinewalt or on other surrounding streets with street parking,

What is Drop in Making?

Drop In Art Making is your opportunity to make whenever it’s most convenient + enjoyable for your family. We offer at least one Drop In Session each month. To learn more about our Drop In Making Sessions visit our Drop In Making page on this site.

when can i sign up for summer camps?

Summer Camp registration typically begins at the end of January. An exact date for the 2027 Camp Season will be emailed to our subscribers in early January. We are so very grateful that our summer camps remain one of our most popular offerings and sell out VERY quickly. If you are interested in our Summer Camps, we highly suggest joining our email list so you don’t miss out!

do you offer gift cards?

Yes, gift cards are available in our online shop only. They can be used toward any of our classes, camps, or workshops.

We also offer Drop In and Toddle In pass packs for purchase in our online shop and in the studio. They make great gifts!

Do you sell art supplies or craft kits?

Yes! We have a curated retail section in our studio where you can purchase art supplies and at-home craft kits for kids of all ages.

Do you offer kids birthday parties?

YES WE DO! We offer both in-studio and mobile options. Visit the Birthday Parties page to learn more.

How can I stay up to date on current class + workshop offerings as well as anything NEW + EXCITING at Making Waves?

Check Instagram and this site regularly!

We also regularly send emails to our subscribers. If you would like to subscribe to our email list, please fill out the form below.