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• C-306 Drawing for Tweens (FA25)

  • Start
    September 08, 2025
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  • End
    October 20, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    4

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  Ages 12-14

  
  

  Also consider the second session!

  In this class, students will continue to develop their drawing skills. We will focus on different techniques and review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will continue to learn lighting techniques and develop their understanding of perspective. Students will be encouraged to explore their creative ideas while applying their new skills. All materials included.

  
  

  Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

  Dates: Mondays 9/8 - 10/20 (NO CLASS 9/15)

  6 sessions

  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.
  

  
  

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  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.

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• C-306.2 Drawing for Tweens (FA25)

  • Start
    October 27, 2025
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  • End
    December 08, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Registration deadline: October 20

  Ages 12-14

  
  

  In this class, students will continue to develop their drawing skills. We will focus on different techniques and review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will continue to learn lighting techniques and develop their understanding of perspective. Students will be encouraged to explore their creative ideas while applying their new skills. All materials included.

  Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

  Dates: Mondays 10/27 - 12/8

  (NO CLASS 11/24)

  6 sessions

  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  
  

  Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.

  Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.

  
  

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• WS-303 Colored Pencil Basics (FA25)

  • When
    November 01, 2025
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    9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Registration deadline: October 25

  Ages 14+

  Improve your colored pencil skills as we explore a variety of ways to use colored pencils. This workshop includes the history and construction of colored pencils, along with a variety of ways to best use them. It’s perfect for new users, but the more experienced will also benefit from the workshop. Materials list.

  Instructor: Jeanne Perrier

  Date: Saturday, November 1
  Time: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm 

  Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.

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• SE-200 Sketching in the Gallery (FA25)

  • When
    November 22, 2025
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    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Contemporary Craft
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Registration deadline: November 22
  Ages 18+

  Artists of all skill levels are invited to this special engagement to sketch and reflect amidst Contemporary Craft's triennial show, Transformation 12: Contemporary Works in Wood, which explores the expressive and technical possibilities of wood. With remarks on the show by Contemporary Craft's Director of Visual Engagement, Yu-San Cheng, and drawing instruction by Kim Freithaler, this collaborative workshop will tap into your creative potential. Students will bring their own sketchbook/pad, pencils/graphite, etc and an easel if desired. Tables and chairs will be provided.
  
  Instructor: Kim Freithaler
  Date: Saturday November 22
  Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
  
  IMPORTANT NOTE: This workshop will be held at Contemporary Craft (5645 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201) and NOT at the North Hills Art Center. 

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