PRESS RELEASE / New Store on "The Blok" Published On: 02/18/2021

Des Moines has a new art supply store – and it’s locally owned. The Blok DSM is now open inside Mainframe Studios.

Business Record / Mainframe Studios makeover expected to begin in May and include light display, exterior painting Published On: 02/04/2021

Nearly 11 months ago, Mainframe Studios unveiled plans to transform the drab-looking concrete building in which it is housed into an eye-catching display of colors that would catch the eye of passers-by headed into downtown Des Moines.

BLACK LIVES MATTER // Progress is being made towards our commitments Published On: 02/02/2021

Mainframe Studios is committed to purposefully identifying, discussing, and challenging issues of race and the impact(s) they have on our organization, its systems, and the artists who work here.

For your loved ones; Hand-lettered Cards Published On: 01/22/2021

Let Mainframe Studios connect you with the ones you love. Choose a card designed by a Mainframe Artist. Include a hand-lettered note by Ink and Oak Calligraphy, plus some caramel candies by Tangerine Food Co. We'll send it out for you just in time for Valentine's Day.