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3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622

Office Hours: Monday - Friday

10:00am - 3:00pm

info@northhillsartcenter.org

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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.


Use the search box to quickly find the classes you need!

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 Pottery Classes

  • A-54m All About Clay - MONDAYS 6:30pm (FA23)

    • September 11, 2023
    • October 23, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: September 4

    Ages 16 - Adult

    This class for all levels of experience will incorporate aspects of both hand building and wheel throwing. Beginners through advanced students are welcome to hone their skills from building and throwing to the glazing process. Come enjoy an exciting clay-filled evening!   Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Cynthia Young


    Dates: Mondays 9/11-10/23

    (no class 10/16)

    6 sessions

    Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery

     


     


    Show details

  • A-05 Throwdown Challenge (FA23)

    • September 12, 2023
    • October 24, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 2
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 5

    Adult

    Are you obsessed with HBO's Great Pottery Throw Down? Do you want to try some of the challenges yourself and learn how they are done? Take this class to test your wheel throwing skills and have some fun trying goofy challenges, just like on the show! Students must have wheel throwing experience.  

    Ask about accessibility options! Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Katie Botterman

    Dates:  Tuesdays 9/12 - 10/24
    (no class 10/17)

    6 sessions

    Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

    Show details

  • A-03 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - THURSDAYS 7:00pm (FA23)

    • September 14, 2023
    • October 26, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 7

    Ages 13-Adult

    This pottery class explores all the aspects of working with clay. Students will learn to handbuild, clay sculpt, and wheel throw, while being able to experience a variety of clays and glazing techniques. If interested, a raku firing will be scheduled.  Advanced students welcome and encouraged to further develop their skills. Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Thursdays 9/14-10/26

    (no class  10/19)

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery


    Show details

  • A-54f All About Clay - FRIDAYS 6:30pm (FA23)

    • September 15, 2023
    • October 27, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: September 8

    Ages 16 - Adult

    This class for all levels of experience will incorporate aspects of both hand building and wheel throwing. Beginners through advanced students are welcome to hone their skills from building and throwing to the glazing process. Come enjoy an exciting clay-filled evening!   Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Cynthia Young


    Dates: Fridays 9/15-10/27

    (no class 10/20)

    6 sessions

    Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery

     


     


    Show details

  • A-03m Let’s Throw Some Clay! - MONDAYS 10:00am (FA23)

    • September 18, 2023
    • October 30, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 11

    Ages 13-Adult

    This pottery class explores all the aspects of working with clay. Students will learn to handbuild, clay sculpt, and wheel throw, while being able to experience a variety of clays and glazing techniques. If interested, a raku firing will be scheduled.  Advanced students welcome and encouraged to further develop their skills. Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Mondays 9/18-10/30

    (no class  10/23)

    6 sessions

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery


    Show details

  • WS-33 Kyusu Teapot with Driftwood Handles & Cups (FA23)

    • September 22, 2023
    • October 06, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 15

    Ages 14-Adult


    In this workshop, we will use templates to hand build a traditional Kyusu Teapot and cups. You will be able to personalize your teapot with a found wood handle or a clay handle. We will also hand build 2-4 cups to use with the teapot. The teapots will be glazed using our extensive selection of food safe glazes. Please bring your piece of driftwood to the first class if you want a wooden handle.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Date: Fridays 9/22 & 10/6

    2 sessions

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Show details

  • WS-34 Clay Pumpkins & Gourds (FA23)

    • September 23, 2023
    • October 07, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 23

    Ages 13-Adult


    Fall is here and you need some new decorations! Using some hand building techniques (no experience needed), you will create clay pumpkins and gourds for your fall decor. We will have the real thing to look at for inspiration as we form our pieces. Once the pieces have been bisque fired, you will return to add the finishing touches as you apply the ceramic glazes. The pieces will be fired again and will be ready for you to pick up before Halloween! NO CLAY EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.  All materials included


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Saturdays 9/23 & 10/7

    2 sessions

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


    Show details

  • A-74 Inspired by Trees (FA23)

    • September 27, 2023
    • November 08, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 20

    Ages13-Adult

    As we enjoy the beautiful fall colors and changing season, we will take our inspiration from the trees around us. We will create hand built and wheel thrown clay forms using bark, leaves and seeds as reference and decoration. We will create bark texture, make seed sprig molds and stamps and use leaves for impressions as we create our pottery pieces.  Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Dates: Wednesdays 9/27-11/8

    (no class 11/1)

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

    Show details

  • EV-12 Open Studio Pottery TUESDAY (10/3)

    • October 03, 2023
    • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    OPEN STUDIO POTTERY

    limited space*

    No refunds or credits

    **registration automatically cancelled if payment not received within 15 minutes due to limited space

    **You MUST meet with the Pottery Studio Supervisor prior to signing up the first time for Open Studio Pottery.  Please contact the office to schedule with the supervisor: info@northhillsartcenter.org

    Please be kind and sign up for only one session

    (Tuesday OR Thursday) per week - thank you!

    (Monitored, pay-as-you-go session)

    YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A 6 WEEK ADULT POTTERY CLASS AT THE NHAC IN ORDER TO ATTEND OPEN STUDIO POTTERY.

    (Adult members only, ages 18 and up)

    Experienced potters may work at their own pace and are encouraged to work on the wheel or do hand building. Clay and glazes sold through the studio. **Please note: you must completed a 6 week pottery class to join this Open Studio Session as there is  NO INSTRUCTION GIVEN.  First floor studio.

    Tuesday Evenings 7:00pm - 10:00pm 

    (Please register by 3pm Monday. No refund or credit for missed session.)

    Studio Fee: NHAC Members ONLY $15.00

    • Limited to 9 persons plus the moderator

    Open Studio Pottery Fees 

     Open Studio Pottery Guidelines 

    Glazing Procedures

    Free parking-handicapped accessible-accessibility options

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  • EV-12 Open Studio Pottery THURSDAY (10/5)

    • October 05, 2023
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register


    OPEN STUDIO POTTERY

    limited space*

    No refunds or credits

    *registration automatically cancelled if payment not received within 15 minutes due to limited space

    **You MUST meet with the Pottery Studio Supervisor prior to signing up the first time for Open Studio Pottery.  Please contact the office to schedule with the supervisor: info@northhillsartcenter.org

    Please be kind and sign up for only one session

    (Tuesday OR Thursday) per week - thank you!

    (Monitored, pay-as-you-go session)

    YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A 6 WEEK ADULT POTTERY CLASS AT THE NHAC IN ORDER TO ATTEND OPEN STUDIO POTTERY.

    (Adult members only, ages 18 and up)

    Experienced potters may work at their own pace and are encouraged to work on the wheel or do hand building. Clay and glazes sold through the studio. **Please note: you must have completed a 6 week pottery class to join this Open Studio Session as there is  NO INSTRUCTION GIVEN.  First floor studio.

    Thursday Mornings 9:00am - 12:00pm 

    (Please register by 3pm Wednesday. No refund or credit for missed session.)

    Studio Fee: NHAC Members ONLY $15.00

    • Limited to 9 persons plus the moderator

    Open Studio Pottery Fees 

     Open Studio Pottery Guidelines 

    Glazing Procedures

     

    Free parking-handicapped accessible-accessibility options


    Show details

  • A-72 Yay! Clay on Sunday! 1:00PM (FA23)

    • October 22, 2023
    • December 10, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline:  October 15

    Ages 13-Adult


    Please note the updated dates below.


    This class will introduce you to working with clay, from throwing on the wheel to hand-building to glazing! Whether you’re a beginner or a more advanced student, all are welcome to learn something new & further develop their skills.  Class fee includes clay, supplies, glaze, firing, and use of tools. Ask about accessibility options!


    Instructor:

    Please note:  Cynthia Young will be teaching this class for Katie Botterman


    Dates: Sundays 10/22-12/10

    (no class  11/26 or 12/3)

    6 sessions

    Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm


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  • A-63 Advanced Wheel Throwing (FA23)

    • October 30, 2023
    • December 11, 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline:  October 23

    Adult

    Don't worry, it's not actually that advanced. Come learn how to make some more challenging forms on the wheel such as bottles, jars with lids, and more with this class! Also learn to use underglazes and glazes in various ways to make stunning surface designs. Students must have previously completed a 6 week pottery course at NHAC, or have wheel throwing experience.  Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Please note:  Cynthia Young will be teaching this class for Katie Botterman

    Dates: Mondays 10/30 - 12/11

    (no class 12/4)

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:30pm 

    Show details

  • A-03N Let’s Throw Some Clay! - THURSDAYS 7:00pm (FA23)

    • November 09, 2023
    • December 14, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline November 2

    Ages 13-Adult


    This pottery class explores all the aspects of working with clay. Students will learn to handbuild, clay sculpt, and wheel throw, while being able to experience a variety of clays and glazing techniques. If interested, a raku firing will be scheduled.  Advanced students welcome and encouraged to further develop their skills. Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Thursdays 11/9-12/14

    (no class  11/23 or 12/7)

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery



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  • A-54f.2 All About Clay - FRIDAYS 6:30pm (FA23)

    • November 10, 2023
    • December 15, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: November 3

    Ages 16 - Adult

    This class for all levels of experience will incorporate aspects of both hand building and wheel throwing. Beginners through advanced students are welcome to hone their skills from building and throwing to the glazing process. Come enjoy an exciting clay-filled evening!   Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.


    Instructor: Cynthia Young


    Please note - these are new dates:

    Dates: Fridays 11/10-12/15

    (no class  11/17 & 12/8)

    4 sessions

    Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery

     


     


    Show details

  • WS-111 Ceramic Gingerbread House (FA23)

    • November 11, 2023
    • November 25, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration November 4

    Ages 12 to Adult


    Liven up your holiday decorations with a hand built gingerbread house made out of clay.  We will be using templates, slabs, sprig molds, stamps, and shape cutters to create our "candy" decorated houses.  The houses will be finished with a variety of colorful ceramic glazes making them irresistible.  All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    2 sessions

    Date: Saturday 11/11 (build)

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

    and

    Date: Saturday 11/25 (glaze)

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


        


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  • A-54m.2 All About Clay - MONDAYS 4:00pm (FA23)

    • November 13, 2023
    • December 11, 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 1
    Register

    Registration deadline: Nov 6

    Ages 16 - Adult

    This class for all levels of experience will incorporate aspects of both hand building and wheel throwing. Beginners through advanced students are welcome to hone their skills from building and throwing to the glazing process. Come enjoy an exciting clay-filled evening!   Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

    Instructor: Cynthia Young


    Dates: Mondays 11/13-12/11

    (no class 12/4)

    4 sessions

    Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm


    Additional notes:

    • You must take a 6 week class to be eligible for Open Studio Pottery

     


     


    Show details

Class Offerings! 

North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622 | info@northhillsartcenter.org


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