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Eugene Lyle

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Adult Painting

  • A-222 Loose Watercolor (SP26)

    • May 07, 2026
    • May 28, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 1

    Registration deadline: April 30

    Ages 14+

    This fun class focuses on the feeling, rather than the photographic detail, using expressive brush strokes and “skips” overworking the details. This gives you the freedom to create some-thing impressionistic rather than “perfect.” All levels welcome.  All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Dates: Thursdays 5/7-5/28 (4 sessions)

    Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 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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  • A-213 Painting with Color Theory (SP26)

    • May 08, 2026
    • June 12, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: May 1

    Ages 16+

    Learn how palette choices affect the art-work you create. Without painting color wheels and charts, we will explore color theory by creating several paintings, each using a different color scheme. Bring your own acrylics or oils (materials list here) or purchase a kit from the NHAC. Canvases will be provided.


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Fridays 5/8 - 6/12 (6 sessions)

    Time: 1:00 pm - 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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  • A-218 Fairies, Flowers, & Fruit (SP26)

    • May 18, 2026
    • June 08, 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: May 13

    Ages 18+

    Spring is the perfect time to create magic. Basic drawing and anatomy skill will be introduced as well as watercolor techniques. Colored pencil will be used to detail and finish. Bring 2 references; 1 for fairies and 1 for flowers or fruit. All materials included.

    Instructor: Susan Vincent

    Dates: Mondays 5/18 - 6/8 (3 sessions)
    No class 5/25
    Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 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-218.2 Neuro-graphic Watercolor (SP26)

    • June 03, 2026
    • June 10, 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: May 27

    Ages 14+

    This fun workshop focuses on expressive strokes, impasto effects and color mixing in layers to create  expressive freedom in your work. This is a fast paced, exciting experience that comes with ease after just a few minutes. All levels welcome! All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Dates: Wednesdays, 6/3 & 6/10 (2 sessions)

    Time: 1:0 pm - 3:00 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-513.3 Chinese Brush Painting (SP26)

    • June 04, 2026
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: May 28

    Ages 14+

    Chinese Brush Painting, dating from 4,000 BC, is the ancient art of using simple strokes of a brush to capture a single object or an entire scene. We will learn the technique of an intentional single stroke to create this beautiful art process. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz



    Date: Thursday 6/4 (1     session)

    Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 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-207 Acrylic Palette Knife Workshop (SP26)

    • June 06, 2026
    • June 20, 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: May 30

    Ages 14+


    This fun workshop focuses on expressive strokes, impasto effects and color mixing in layers to create  expressive freedom in your work. This is a fast paced, exciting experience that comes with ease after just a few minutes. All levels welcome!

     All materials included. 


    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Dates: Saturday 6/6 and 6/20 (2 sessions)

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 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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  • WSH-6 Pride Month (SU26)

    • June 14, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: June 7

    Ages 10+


    Come join us for a family friendly work-shop celebrating Pride month. Learn about the colors represented in the rain-bow and paint a piece of pottery you can take home the same day!

    Instructor: Beth Baskinger

    Date: Sunday, 6/14 (1 session)
    Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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  • A-201 Painless Painting - Tuesday Mornings (SU26)

    • June 16, 2026
    • July 07, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: June 9

    Ages 16+

    Can't make this date/time? Check out the second session!

    Explore oil and acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can develop their style or try a new technique, while new artists will be taught the basics of composition, color theory and techniques. Paint from a still life or bring a photo or picture.

    Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Oil and Acrylic Kits available through the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class.  Must order one week prior: 

    Paint kits


    Materials List


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Tuesdays 6/16 - 7/7 (4 sessions)

    Time: 10:30 am - 1:00 pm

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  • A-223 Acrylic Palette Knife (SU26)

    • June 16, 2026
    • June 30, 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 9
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 9

    Ages 14+

    We will learn techniques for applying thick paint using metal palette knives to create textured and expressive abstract art work. We will focus on color mixing, layering and utilizing edge tools for unique outcomes in this fun style! No experience necessary. All materials included.

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

    Dates: Tuesdays 6/16 - 6/30 (3 sessions)
    Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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  • A-202 Painless Painting - Wednesday Evenings (SU26)

    • June 17, 2026
    • July 08, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: June 10
     Please note: Ages 21+

    Explore oil and acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. If you’d like, feel free to bring your favorite bottle of wine! Seasoned painters can work to develop their personal style or try a new technique. New artists will     learn the basics of composition, color theory, and painting techniques. Paint from a provided still life or bring a photo or picture to paint.

    Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Oil and Acrylic Kits available through the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class. Must order one week prior:

    Paint kits


    Materials List


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Wednesdays 6/17 - 7/8 (4 sessions)

    Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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  • A-221 Impressionist Watercolor (SU26)

    • June 18, 2026
    • July 09, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 9
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 11

    Ages 14+

    In this class we will focus on capturing light, atmosphere, and mood through loose, expressive brushwork rather than fine detail. We will emphasize quick, effective strokes, avoiding meticulous detail to create a “dream-like” or “hazy” effect inspired by Monet and Pissarro. This is a fast and loose style that is lots of fun. All materials included.

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

    Dates: Thursdays 6/18 - 7/9 (4 sessions)
    Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm


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  • WS-216 Date Night with Bob Ross (SU26)

    • June 19, 2026
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 2
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 12

    Ages 21+

    How about a "Date Night" right before Father's Day? If you're looking for something special to do with someone special, come spend an fun night with Bob Ross. You'll follow along with the instructor and paint in Bob's iconic “alla prima” technique as you paint a "happy beach scene." As a modern twist, acrylic paints will be used. Feel free to BYOB.  All other materials included.  

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero 

    Date: Friday 6/19 (1 session) 

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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  • WS-219 Themed Circle Painting (SU26)

    • June 22, 2026
    • June 29, 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 15

    Ages 16+

    Using acrylic paint and a variety of specialty markers, you will design and paint a themed painting on a round canvas. You will pick a subject (flowers, animals, trees etc.) and create areas on the canvas that depict the theme, enhancing the areas with patterns using the markers. All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Dates: Mondays, 6/22 & 6/29 (2 sessions)
    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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  • A-225 Breezy Summer Watercolors (SU26)

    • July 06, 2026
    • August 10, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 2
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 29

    Ages 18+

    Take the stress out of learning watercolor while painting your favorite sea creature or sea scape. We will start off with simple subjects and progress towards more intricate scenes. The use of water-color pencils or colored pencils is optional for detailing. All skill levels welcome. Materials list below.

    Instructor: Susan Vincent

    Dates: Mondays 7/6 - 8/10 (6 sessions)
    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    SUPPLIES:

    • watercolor paper - 140 lb. or 300 lb. cold press paper - any brand, any size (can also use 'Masonite board')
    • brushes:  round - #4, #8, #12 or any variety of different sizes
    • brushes:  flat - 1/2" & 1" or any variety of similar sizes
    • masking tape
    • plastic palette with large mixing areas
    • cup for water
    • Q-Tips
    • sponge
    • pencil and soft eraser

    PAINTS:

    • Artist grade paints in TUBES (not cakes), which includes:  cadmium yellow, lemon yellow, cadmium red, alizarin crimson, Vandyke brown, raw sienna, Prussian blue, cerulean blue, sap green, Payne's gray
    • If you do not have all of these colors, just bring a nice variety of what you have on hand.
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  • A-201.2 Painless Painting - Tuesday Mornings (SU26)

    • July 21, 2026
    • August 18, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: July 14

    Ages 16+

    Explore oil and acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can develop their style or try a new technique, while new artists will be taught the basics of composition, color theory and techniques. Paint from a still life or bring a photo or picture.

    Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Oil and Acrylic Kits available through the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class.  Must order one week prior: 

    Paint kits


    Materials List


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Tuesdays 7/21 - 8/18 (4 sessions)
    No class 8/11

    Time: 10:30 am - 1:00 pm

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  • A-202.2 Painless Painting - Wednesday Evenings (SU26)

    • July 22, 2026
    • August 19, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 15
     Please note: Ages 21+

    Explore oil and acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. If you’d like, feel free to bring your favorite bottle of wine! Seasoned painters can work to develop their personal style or try a new technique. New artists will     learn the basics of composition, color theory, and painting techniques. Paint from a provided still life or bring a photo or picture to paint.

    Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Oil and Acrylic Kits available through the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class. Must order one week prior:

    Paint kits


    Materials List


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Wednesdays 7/22 - 8/19 (4 sessions)

    No class 8/12

    Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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  • WSH-7 French American Heritage Workshop: (SU26)

    • July 25, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 18

    Ages 10+


    Celebrate French heritage by creating a painting of treats, like macarons and croissants, while listening to a selection of French music.

    Instructor: Cheryl Templeton

    Date: Saturday, 7/25 (1 session)
    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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  • WS-518 Watercolor Necklaces (SU26)

    • August 01, 2026
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 25

    Ages 14+

     By creating miniature paintings on paper, we can transform them into wearable jewelry using bezels, glass cabochons and stainless-steel settings. This is a fun, relaxing class where you end up with a beautiful piece of art to wear or gift. All materials included.

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

    Date: Saturday, 8/1 (1 session)
    Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

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  • WSH-8 National Dog Month Workshop (SU26)

    • August 02, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: July 26

    Ages 10+

    Join us and learn how to show off your dog in this Paint Your Pup Workshop. All materials included.

    Instructor: Kim Freithaler

    Date: Sunday, 8/2 (1 session)
    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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