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 Patricia Young 

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Check out these one- or two-day workshops! It is always worth it to fit some time for creativity into your busy schedule. (Plus, it is a great way to try out a new medium.)

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Workshops

  • WS-311 Basic Drawing (SU25)

    • July 17, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: July 10

    Ages 16+

    Also consider the Friday session!

    This workshop provides an introduction to the basic principals of drawing, including line, value, and space. Working from observation of the still life, students will explore a variety of drawing tools and learn to create a sense of proportion, movement, form, and depth. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 7/17

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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  • WSC-304 Basic Drawing for Teens (SU25)

    • July 17, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: July 10

    Ages 13-16

    Also consider the Friday session!

    This workshop provides an introduction to the basic principals of drawing, including line, value, and space. Working from observation of the still life, students will explore a variety of drawing tools and learn to create a sense of proportion, movement, form, and depth. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 7/17

    1 session

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 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-506 Fused Glass Ice Bowl (SU25)

    • July 19, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 4
    Register

    Registration deadline July 12

    Ages 18+

    Using small pieces of fused glass, you will arrange and stack the glass pieces on a kiln shelf to form a circular shape. The glass is then tack fused and slumped in a bowl shape to create a dish that looks like pieces of melted ice!  All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Date: Saturday July 19

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 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-502 Fused Glass Jewelry (SU25)

    • July 19, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 12

    Ages 16+


    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 7/19

    1 session

    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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  • WS-310 Drawing from the Still Life (SU25)

    • July 24, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 17

    Ages 16+

    Also consider the Friday session!

    Still life drawing builds essential drawing skills including hand-eye coordination and the ability to represent the three-dimensional world on a two-dimensional plane. Students will build skills in defining form, proportion, special relationship, light and shadow. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 7/24

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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  • WSC-303 Drawing from the Still Life for Teens (SU25)

    • July 24, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 17

    Ages 13-16

    Also consider the Friday session!

    Still life drawing builds essential drawing skills including hand-eye coordination and the ability to represent the three-dimensional world on a two-dimensional plane. Students will build skills in defining form, proportion, special relationship, light and shadow. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 7/24

    1 session

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 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-310.2 Drawing from the Still Life (SU25)

    • July 25, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 18

    Ages 16+

    Still life drawing builds essential drawing skills including hand-eye coordination and the ability to represent the three-dimensional world on a two-dimensional plane. Students will build skills in defining form, proportion, special relationship, light and shadow. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Friday 7/25

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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  • WSC-303.2 Drawing from the Still Life for Teens (SU25)

    • July 25, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 18

    Ages 13-16

    Still life drawing builds essential drawing skills including hand-eye coordination and the ability to represent the three-dimensional world on a two-dimensional plane. Students will build skills in defining form, proportion, special relationship, light and shadow. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Friday 7/25

    1 session

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 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-309.2 Self-Portrait Drawing (SU25)

    • July 26, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 19

    Ages 16+

    Artists have depicted themselves as the main subject in their work to capture a likeness of one's external and internal self since the earliest of times. Explore the centuries-old tradition of the self-portrait using charcoal drawing techniques and working from direct observation using mirrors. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Saturday 7/26

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 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-407 Needle Felting Bird & Butterflies (SU25)

    • July 26, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 19

    Ages 16-Adult

    Colorful wool roving is used to needle felt butterflies and birds. They can be used as pins, appliques and ornaments. In this intensive workshop, you will learn both 2D and 3D needle felting techniques. Bring lunch or a snack.    

    All materials included. 

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Saturday 7/26

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 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-7 July French American Month Workshop: (SU25)

    • July 30, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: July 23

    Ages 10+


    Join us as we create a beautiful waterlily painting in the style of French Impressionist painter Claude Monet. We will use acrylic paint, brushes and palette knives while learning about the Impressionist Movement. All materials included.



    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Wednesday, July 30

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.


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  • WS-202 Loose Impressionist Watercolor (SU25)

    • July 31, 2025
    • August 07, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 24

    Ages 16+

    In this class, you'll explore techniques that emphasize capturing the essence of your subject matter rather than precise details. Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, you'll learn to create vibrant and atmospheric paintings that evoke mood and emotion. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Date: Thursdays 7/31 & 8/7

    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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  • WS-312 Experimental Drawing (SU25)

    • July 31, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 24

    Ages 16+

    Also consider the Friday evening session!

    Explore drawing through mark making! We will cover the traditional approaches of stippling, cross-hatching, and contour line and move to contemporary techniques including rubbing. We will use a broad range of drawing media and go beyond the traditional pencil. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 7/31

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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  • WSC-302 Experimental Drawing for Teens (SU25)

    • July 31, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 11
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 24

    Ages 13-16

    Also consider the Friday session!

    Explore drawing through mark making! We will cover the traditional approaches of stippling, cross-hatching, and contour line and move to contemporary techniques including rubbing. We will use a broad range of drawing media and go beyond the traditional pencil. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Thursday 7/31

    1 session

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 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-312.2 Experimental Drawing (SU25)

    • August 01, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 25

    Ages 16+

    Explore drawing through mark making! We will cover the traditional approaches of stippling, cross-hatching, and contour line and move to contemporary techniques including rubbing. We will use a broad range of drawing media and go beyond the traditional pencil. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Friday 8/1

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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  • WSC-302.2 Experimental Drawing for Teens (SU25)

    • August 01, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 25

    Ages 13-16

    Explore drawing through mark making! We will cover the traditional approaches of stippling, cross-hatching, and contour line and move to contemporary techniques including rubbing. We will use a broad range of drawing media and go beyond the traditional pencil. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Friday 8/1

    1 session

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 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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  • WSC-307 Storytelling through Drawing (SU25)

    • August 02, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 26

    Ages 13-16

    Also consider the second session!

    Let your imagination be your guide to exploring exciting new places, characters and adventures. In this class, we'll use story prompts, writing, drawing, and collage to make the tales of our imaginations come to life. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Saturday 8/2

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 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-8 National Dog Month Workshop: Paint Your Pup (SU25)

    • August 03, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: July 27

    Ages 10+


    Join us and learn how to show off your dog in this Paint Your Pup Workshop. We will learn about color mixing, canine features and painting fur. Register online and upload a photo of your dog so we have everything we need to get started.   All materials included.


    Please upload 1-2 pictures of your dog HERE prior to class.


    Instructor: Kim Freithaler


    Date: Sunday, 8/3

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.


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

    • August 09, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    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-517 Dimensional Art - Upcycled Sentiment Birds (SU25)

    • August 09, 2025
    • 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: August 2

    Ages 16+

    One of the best things about paper crafting is you don't have to spend a lot of money to do it. If you have a box, tape, scrap paper, and glue you are ready to make dimensional art work you will love. This is a super easy paper mâché technique that is a simple yet powerful skill that will serve you well in your ongoing creativity. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Date: Saturday 8/9

    1 session

    Time: 2:30 - 4:30 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 Palette Knife Acrylic Painting (SU25)

    • August 13, 2025
    • August 20, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: August 6

    Ages 16+

    Explore acrylic painting with the pallet knife technique. Learn to wield the knife confidently, creating bold textures and vibrant colors. Dive into color theory and composition principles to convey your artistic vision effectively. All materials included. 


    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Date: Wednesdays 8/13 & 8/20

    2 sessions

    Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 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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  • WS-513 Traditional Chinese Brush Painting (SU25)

    • August 14, 2025
    • August 21, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 9
    Register

    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
    • 10
    Register

    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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  • WSC-307.2 Storytelling through Drawing (SU25)

    • August 15, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Aug 8

    Ages 13-16

    Let your imagination be your guide to exploring exciting new places, characters and adventures. In this class, we'll use story prompts, writing, drawing, and collage to make the tales of our imaginations come to life. All materials included.

    Instructor: Natalie Westbrook


    Date: Friday 8/15

    1 session

    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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  • WSC-508.2 Monotype Printmaking for Teens (SU25)

    • August 16, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Aug 9

    Ages 13-16

    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: Saturday 8/16

    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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  • WS-214 Impressionist Acrylic Painting (SU25)

    • August 17, 2025
    • August 23, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: August 9th

    Ages 16+

    Do you want to have fun while learning to paint like the French Impressionist Masters? Join us to learn the techniques and principles created by the Impressionist Movement using light, color, and brush strokes. All materials included.

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

    Please note the time change below!

    Dates: Sunday 8/17 & Saturday 8/23

    2 sessions

    Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm

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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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  • WS-111 Animal Planters - Saturdays (SU25)

    • August 23, 2025
    • September 06, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: August 16

    Ages 16+

    In this fun, two day workshop, we will hand build a planter inspired by our favorite animals. We will use template shapes and pinched pots to construct our animals in the first session. The second session will be adding glazes to our planters. All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Saturdays 8/23 & 9/6

    (no class 8/30)

    2 sessions

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 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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