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• C-113 Fired Up! (SU26)

  • Start
    June 17, 2026
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  • End
    July 22, 2026
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    5

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  Registration deadline: June 10

  Ages 14-17

  Let’s get Fired Up and make some super funky, functional pottery! In this class we will be making things you use on a daily basis. Think pitchers, “blates” (bowl plates), coasters, strainers, food bowls for pets, chip and dip bowls, butter dish and whatever else you can think of. No experience necessary. All levels welcome. All materials included.
  
  Instructor: Liz Lubay

  Dates: Wednesdays, 6/17 - 7/22 (5 sessions) No Class 7/15
  Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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• A-102 Yay! Clay! (SU26)

  • Start
    June 29, 2026
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  • End
    August 10, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Registration deadline: June 22

  Ages 13+

  
  

  This class will introduce you to working with clay, from throwing on the wheel, to handbuilding, to glazing. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced student, all are welcome to learn new things and to further develop their skills. All materials included.

  Instructor: Katie Botterman

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 6/29 - 8/10 (6 sessions)

  No class 8/3
  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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• A-131 Thrown and Altered (SU26)

  • Start
    June 30, 2026
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  • End
    August 11, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Registration deadline: June 23

  Ages 18+

  Want to spice up your wheel thrown forms? In this class, learn how to re-shape, dart, carve, and combine forms to make them more interesting; both for function and pizazz! Students must have previously completed a 6 week pottery course at NHAC. All materials included. 

  Instructor: Katie Botterman
  
  

  Dates: Tuesdays 6/30 - 8/11 (6 sessions)

  No class 8/4
  Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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• A-104 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Thursdays (SU26)

  • Start
    July 02, 2026
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  • End
    August 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Registration deadline: June 25

  Ages 16+

  All experience levels welcome in this general pottery class.  We will cover both wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques in the 6 week course.  Experienced students can improve their skills and beginners can learn the basics. Everyone will create some unique pottery pieces.  The last class will focus on glazing. All materials included. 

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Dates: Thursdays 7/2 - 8/13 (6 sessions)

  (No class 8/6)

  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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• A-103 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Monday Mornings (SU26)

  • Start
    July 06, 2026
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  • End
    August 17, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Registration deadline: June 29

  Ages 16+

  All experience levels welcome in this general pottery class.  We will cover both wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques in the 6 week course.  Experienced students can improve their skills and beginners can learn the basics. Everyone will create some unique pottery pieces.  The last class will focus on glazing. All materials included. 

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Dates: Mondays 7/6 - 8/17 (6 sessions)

  (No class 8/10)

  Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

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• A-128 Mud as Medicine: Beginner Wheel Throwing (SU26)

  • Start
    July 10, 2026
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  • End
    August 21, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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    0

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  Registration deadline: July 3

  Ages 18+

  In this class you will learn the basics of wheel throwing in a relaxing, no pressure environment with the added bonus of creating specific items you will want to use every day. Projects will accommodate both beginner and intermediate students, but you are also free to express you own creativity. Come have fun with us and get your hands muddy! All materials included.

  Instructor: Beth Baskinger

  Dates: Fridays 7/10 - 8/21 (6 sessions)

  (no class 8/14)

  Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

  
  

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• A-137 Friday Night Clay Club (SU26)

  • Start
    July 10, 2026
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  • End
    August 21, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: July 3

  Ages 21+

  The first rule of Clay Club is that nobody talks about Clay Club...wait, wrong club! Friday Night Clay Club is where you can come chill with new and old friends while playing with mud! The basics will be taught, but all levels are welcome. Spend Friday night with us!  Must be 21 or over to attend this class! All materials included.

  Instructor: Laura Schnarrenberger

  Dates: Fridays 7/10 - 8/21 (6 sessions)

  No class 8/14

  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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• A-139 Clay Additions (SU26)

  • Start
    July 15, 2026
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  • End
    August 12, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Registration deadline:  July 8

  Ages 18+

  Do you want to take your pottery experience to a whole new level? Come experiment with us by adding a variety of mate-rials to your clay pieces giving them texture and unique elements. Some materials we will use include slate, nails and vermiculite. Previous pottery experience is recommended. All materials included.
  
  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Dates: Wednesdays, 7/15 - 8/12 (4 sessions) No Class 8/5
  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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• NHAC 2026 Open House

  • When
    July 18, 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

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  NHAC 2026 Instructor Art Show and Open House
  The North Hills Art Center invites you to our Open House! This come-and-go event will be held on Saturday, July 18, from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. NHAC instructors will be taking over every studio in the building to demonstrate their art, from acrylic painting and abstract printing to weaving and watercolors. This is the perfect chance to see new-to-you instructors and art firsthand. You can also check out our Instructor Art Show in the gallery, featuring artwork from current NHAC instructors, and all artwork is for sale! With refreshments and prize drawings to round out your visit, we hope you'll enjoy what our creative community has to offer. 

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• A-138 Sunday Clay (SU26)

  • Start
    July 19, 2026
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  • End
    August 16, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: July 12

  Ages 18+

  Join us on Sundays to learn the basics or keep advancing your pottery skills on the wheel. Come with your ideas and let’s learn together. This class will be a free form structure that will adapt to the interests and goals of the students, both individually and as a group. Experience is recommended but not required. All materials included.

  Instructor: Laura Schnarrenberger

  Dates: Sundays, 7/19 - 8/16 (4 sessions)
  No Class 8/9
  Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

  
  

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• WS-125 Rustic Bell Wind Chime (SU26)

  • Start
    July 25, 2026
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  • End
    August 08, 2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: July 18

  Ages 16+ 

  Using a variety of stamps, you will form three larger shapes and several smaller shapes or balls. The pieces will be enhanced with underglazes to give them a weathered look. The finished wind chime will be arranged on wire with assorted glass beads and a large metal bell at the bottom. All materials included.
  
  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Dates: Saturdays, 7/25 & 8/8 (2 sessions)
  No Class 8/1
  Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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• A-124 Just Raku & Pit Fire (SU26)

  • Start
    July 25, 2026
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  • End
    August 15, 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: July 18

  Ages 18+ 

  Fire and smoke provide the magic for our Raku and Pit Fired pottery. We will explore the range of Raku techniques and expand the effects of our pit fired pieces through burnishing, chemical additions and saggar firing. All materials included. 

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  
  

  Dates: Saturdays 7/25 - 8/15 (3 sessions)

  No class 8/8
  
  

  Times
  7/25 & 8/1: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  8/15: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  
  

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