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3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622

Office Hours: Monday - Friday

10:00am - 3:00pm

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"Experience the Arts with Us!"

**Memberships are 'individual' memberships covering ONE student (except for family memberships).  You can ONLY register the person who has the membership at the member rate (except for family memberships) for classes.  Friends can be registered as a non-member in a SEPERATE transaction.  Registering at the member rate without a membership delays your registration.  You must be fully paid before registration is complete.

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**Classes are listed by date.  Please scroll down for newest additions.


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We offer classes for adults, teens and children.  Our class sessions run Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
Please check back as we update our class offerings seasonally and occasionally add additional classes!

**You can add a 'guest' to your member registration if your 'guest' is also a member

(for example, for those that have family, patron, etc. memberships which include more than one person in the membership).

If the 'guest' you are adding does NOT have a membership, you will need to register them in a separate transaction from your member rate transaction, and register them as a non-member.  Registering them as a member delays their registration as all registrations must be paid in full before they are considered final.  

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF CLASS REGISTRATION DEADLINES.  If you wish to register for a class after the deadline, please contact the NHAC Office (412) 364-3622 or visit the center at 3432 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. 

Please note: Refunds for classes & workshops given if cancelled one week prior.  Memberships are non-refundable. 

Compensation/makeups for missed classes is not available.

 

**Payment required upon registration. Registrations not finalized within 15 minutes are automatically removed as classes have limited space.

Adult & Teen Classes

    • September 11, 2023
    • October 16, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 4
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 4

    Adult


    Douglas Brown paints with a focus on controlled realism, and you can learn the secrets of his technique. Each class will start with a short demo of the subject of the week. Students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. Some watercolor knowledge recommended. Materials list below. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead.

    Watercolor Kits available thru the NHAC -  order by registration deadline. 


     Watercolor Kit


    Materials List found here 


    Instructor: Douglas Brown


    Dates: Mondays 9/11-10/16

    6 sessions

    Time: 9:00am -12:00pm 




    • September 12, 2023
    • October 17, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: September 5

    Adult

    Explore oil and/or acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can work to develop their personal style or try a new technique. New artists will be taught the basics of composition, color theory, and painting techniques. Paint from a provided still life or bring a photo/picture to paint. Each class includes demos and individual instruction.  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 thru the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class.  Must order one week prior: 

    Oil Kit

    Acrylic Kit


    Materials List found here


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Tuesdays 9/12-10/17

    6 sessions 

    Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm 

     

       

     



    • September 12, 2023
    • October 03, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: September 5

    Ages 14-adult

    During this drawing class, we'll learn how to use viewfinders to focus on a small portion of an object and magnify it to 5 times it's size. We'll further focus on shading methods with various materials such as charcoal and graphite. Please bring sketchbook, pencils, eraser & sharpies.

    Instructor: Tyler Stauffer


    Dates: Tuesdays, 9/12-10/3

    4 sessions

    Time: 5:30-7:30pm

    • September 13, 2023
    • October 18, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline:  September 6

    Ages 13-Adult

    Painting with watercolors is such a fluid and exciting process. We will explore the unique qualities of watercolors as we create our paintings. All levels welcome as we review the supplies and processes to complete works of art. Students will be able to work along with the instructor, as well as work on individual projects as we master a variety of watercolor techniques.  All skill levels welcome. If you have watercolor supplies, please bring them. More advanced students may work independently with guidance from the instructor.  Watercolor Kits available thru the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class (must be purchased  by class registration deadline):

    Watercolor Kit

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero 

    Dates: Wednesdays  9/13-10/18

    6 sessions

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm 



    Materials List:


    • Brushes: Round 6, and Wash 5/8 and 1
    • Watercolor paint tubes: Burnt Sienna, Cerulean Blue, Crimson Red, Ivory Black, Lemon Yellow, Light Green, Medium Yellow, Raw Umber, Sap Green, Scarlet, Ultramarine Blue, Yellow Ochre.

    • 11”x15” watercolor pad

    • Watercolor  Palette


    • September 13, 2023
    • October 11, 2023
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline:  September 6

    Ages 16-Adult

    Bring your favorite medium to this class, as we focus on creating artistic bird works of art! We will look at the feather patterns, and other features unique to the birds we are drawing and painting, but this is not a scientific illustration class. We want to be able to showcase our individual drawing/painting styles while still depicting the bird’s characteristics.  All skill levels welcome. Please bring your favorite medium to this class.  Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor Kits available thru the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class (must be purchased  by class registration deadline):

    Watercolor Kit

    Oil Kit

    Acrylic Kit

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero 

    Dates: Wednesdays  9/13-10/11

    5 sessions

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm 



    • September 13, 2023
    • October 18, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed
    Registration deadline: September 6

    Adults 21+ only 


    Explore oil and/or acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can work to develop their personal style or try a new technique. New artists will be taught the basics of composition, color theory, and painting techniques. Paint from a provided still life or bring a photo/picture to paint. Each class includes demos and individual instruction.  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 thru the NHAC and can be picked up the first day of class.  Must order one week prior:  

    Oil Kit

    Acrylic Kit


    Materials List found here


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Dates: Wednesdays 9/13-10/18

    6 sessions

    Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm



    • September 18, 2023
    • October 23, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 2
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline:  September 11

    Ages 16-Adult

    So, you haven’t painted since elementary school, but really miss it. You want to try painting again, but don’t know how to start or remember the primary colors. No worries, this is your class! We will start from the beginning by learning how to mix colors. Following along with the instructor, you will complete several paintings. We will be using acrylic paints and canvases supplied by the Art Center.  Remember NO experience is required & all materials included!

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero 

    Dates: Mondays  9/18-10/23

    6 sessions

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm 


    • September 18, 2023
    • October 23, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 2
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: September 11

    Ages 16- Adult


    Watercolors are luminous, spontaneous, and challenging.  The goal of this class is to enhance your confidence and enjoyment as a painter.  The instructor will demonstrate different techniques and subject matter.  All skill levels are welcome.  

     Materials list below  or bring supplies you have.  Watercolor Kits available thru the NHAC -  order by registration deadline. 


     Watercolor Kit


    Instructor: James Warmbrodt


    Dates: Mondays 9/18-10/23

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

    Materials List:

    Students are encouraged to use materials already in their possession and to replenish supplies, using this list as a guide:

    Paper: 140 lb. cold-pressed (9x12 or larger)

    Brushes: flat tipped (1/2” or larger); round (varying sizes, at least one large and one small)

    Paints: (tubes not cakes; student grade or artist grade) ultramarine blue; Prussian blue; burnt sienna; raw sienna; cadmium red; cadmium yellow

    Painting surface: drawing board; Masonite board; watercolor block

    Pencil

    Soft eraser

    Hair dryer

    Masking tape





    • September 22, 2023
    • October 13, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 15

    Ages 12-Adult


    This introductory class will help you to understand the dynamics of correct perspective. In this class you will learn how to find the eye level or horizon line, vanishing point and other basics. Once you understand the mechanical parts of perspective you can apply this skill to any drawing or painting. Each class includes demos and individual instructions.  Please bring a sketch book, 2H pencils, eraser, ruler and triangle.


    Instructor: Dwight Pritchett


    Dates: Fridays 9/22-10/13

    4 sessions 

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm 



    Please note, Marianne Hilke is not available to teach this class.
    • October 03, 2023
    • October 24, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 2
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 26

    Ages 16-Adult

    This class explores a new way of creating landscapes by using various weaving techniques. Students begin by drilling and warping a picture frame, then learn ways of weaving and working with fiber to create unique pictures. Please bring: 8x10 or 10x12 wooden picture frame-1”-2” wide (see sample; remove glass), drill, 1/8” drill bit, assorted yarns.

    Instructor: Ruthann Farinacci

    Tuesdays 10/3 - 10/24

    4 sessions 

    Time: 12:00pm - 2:30pm


    • October 03, 2023
    • October 24, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 26

    Ages 16-Adult

    This class explores a new way of creating landscapes by using various weaving techniques. Students begin by drilling and warping a picture frame, then learn ways of weaving and working with fiber to create unique pictures. Please bring: 8x10 or 10x12 wooden picture frame-1”-2” wide (see sample; remove glass), drill, 1/8” drill bit, assorted yarns.

    Instructor: Ruthann Farinacci

    Tuesdays 10/3 - 10/24

    4 sessions 

    Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm


    • October 12, 2023
    • October 19, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Register

    Registration deadline: October 5

    Ages 16-adult

    Come explore the basics of block printing and pattern making and create two tea towels of your own. You can even keep the stamps you create to use with clay or other materials too! All materials included.

    Instructor: Tyler Stauffer


    Dates: Thursdays, 10/12-10/19

    2 sessions

    Time: 5:30-7:30pm

    • October 12, 2023
    • November 02, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register