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 Malgorzata Mosiek 

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Other Stuff!

  • WS-402 Eco Dyeing, Solar Dyeing & Ice Dyeing Intensive (SU25)

    • August 09, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: August 2

    Ages 16+

    In this intensive workshop, we will explore a variety of techniques to dye fabric. We will use plant material to eco dye, bundle dye and solar print. We will use fiber reactive dyes to ice dye fabric. Students will receive information on what kind of fibers and clothing to bring and what kind of plant material work best for dyeing. Bring and lunch or a snack! All materials included. 


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday, 8/9

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm


    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-513 Traditional Chinese Brush Painting (SU25)

    • August 14, 2025
    • August 21, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline:

    August 7

    Ages 16+

    Come learn about traditional techniques of Chinese brush painting. You will learn about Chinese ink, rice paper, color, texture, composition and the aesthetic principles of Chinese brush painting. Through hands-on practice, you will develop technical skills such as loading the brush with ink and water and dry and wet brush stroke control. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Date: 8/14 & 8/21

    2 sessions

    Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 


    Because this class is after business hours, please use the red side door. 

    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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  • WSC-508 Monotype Printmaking for Teens (SU25)

    • August 14, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: Aug 7

    Ages 13-16

    Also consider the Saturday session!

    Come experiment with monotype! Combining painting and transfer techniques, the process of monotype creates a unique, one-of-a-kind print. Different from making editions of identical prints, monotype is the most painterly and freeing among printmaking approaches, creating exactly one single print with each plate. Explore texture, color and design variations easily and quickly. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 8/14

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 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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  • WS-527.2 Monotype Printmaking (SU25)

    • August 23, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 11
    Register

    Registration deadline: Aug 16

    Ages 16+

    Come experiment with monotype where we combine painting and transfer techniques to create a unique, one-of-a-kind print. Monotype is the most painterly and freeing among print making. We explore texture, color, and design variations in the workshop. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Saturday 8/23

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 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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  • A-512 Sewn Books with Multi Signatures (FA25)

    • September 14, 2025
    • October 12, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 7

    Ages 18+


    In this class, students will expand their knowledge and experience of bookbinding by producing four different types of stitching patterns for multi-signature soft cover books. We will cover zig-zag, lattice, bow and alpha stitches. All materials included.


    Instructor: Lily Hoy


    Dates: Sundays 9/14 - 10/12 (No class 9/28)

    4 sessions

    Time: 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm


    Since 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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  • WS-528 Paper Mache Pumpkins! (FA25)

    • September 28, 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 21

    Ages 14+


    Paper Mache isn't just for kids... It's actually an art medium that has been used by professional artists for over a thousand years. It's inexpensive and easy to use. Join us to make your one of a kind fall pumpkin. All materials included.


    Instructor: Sheila Ann Klotz


    Date: Sunday 9/28

    1 session

    Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm


    Since 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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  • WS-510 Paper Quilling (FA25)

    • October 15, 2025
    • October 22, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: Oct 8

    Ages 14+

    Paper quilling has been used for centuries and is named for the feather quill the paper was rolled around. Modern tools make this much easier. Learn and practice the basic shapes, methods of rolling and shaping, and gluing pieces to form a floral design. All materials included.


    Instructor: Maureen Newcamp

    Date: Wednesdays 10/15 & 10/22
    2 sessions

    Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

    Since this class starts before 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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  • WS-501 Pysanky for the Holidays (FA25)

    • November 22, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Register

    Registration deadline: Nov 15

    Ages 12+


    So you thought Pysanky (Ukranian Easter Eggs) were just for the spring? In this workshop, we will be using Pysanky techniques to create unique holiday ornaments. You will create 2-3 eggs using the traditional wax resist method. All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 11/22

    1 session

    Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm


    Since 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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  • WS-508 Fused Glass Ornaments (FA25)

    • December 06, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 4
    Register

    Registration deadline: Nov 29

    Ages 12+


    Add some special handmade glass ornaments to your tree, use them as window decorations, or give them as a gift. Create 2-3 ornaments in this workshop using a variety of glass colors, frits and stringers. All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 12/6

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm


    Since 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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  • WS-502 Fused Glass Jewelry (FA25)

    • December 06, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: Nov 29

    Ages 12+


    Learn to create stunning fused glass pendants, earrings and pins. Beginner and experienced glass artists can make up to 8 pieces of wearable art. Class includes tips on the use of dichroic glass, layering glass, and using frits and stringers. You can create both full and tack fused pieces! All materials included.





    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 12/6

    1 session

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


    Since 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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