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Unleash your child's creativity with North Hills Art Center classes and workshops.


  • Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.
  • Classes are designed to be age-appropriate. Please make sure you are enrolling your child in a class that matches his or her current age.
  • For the safety of your child, we require prompt pick-up after class.
  • Remember to have your child wear old clothes!
  • Please let us know in advance if your child has any special needs.
  • All North Hills Art Center instructors have the required PA Clearances.
  • Consider a $25 student membership, which costs less than the $30 nonmember fee!

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Children's Classes & Workshops

    • October 27, 2025
    • December 08, 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0

    Registration deadline: Oct 20

    Ages 7-11


    Students will learn beginner techniques in drawing. We will review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will learn lighting techniques and the beginning of perspective. Students will be encouraged to explore their creative ideas while applying their new skills. By the end of the 6 week course, students will have completed 2-3 drawings. All materials included.

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 10/27 - 12/8
    No class 11/24

    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm


    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk you child to class and make sure the teacher is aware of their arrival. 

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • October 27, 2025
    • December 08, 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: October 20

    Ages 12-14

    Students will learn the steps and processes of drawing to increase their abilities. They will learn different ways to hold a pencil, the different types of pencils such as types B and H. They will also learn how to draw in different mediums like charcoal, chalk, and pen and ink. Students will learn about lighting, shading and perspective as well as the different styles of art. 2 sessions to choose from. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays, 10/27 - 12/8

    No Class 11/24

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • October 28, 2025
    • December 09, 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: Oct 21

    Ages 7-11


    In this class, students will be working with a minimal palette in order to learn to create their own colors, while learning how to control the temperature of the painting. They will learn about different brush techniques in order to create a painting with depth. Students will also learn how to blend and create perspective. They will paint two to three paintings inspired by their own creativity during this 5 week course. All materials included.


    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan

    Dates: Tuesdays 10/28 - 12/9
    No class 11/24

    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30pm


    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and make sure 

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • October 29, 2025
    • December 03, 2025
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: Oct 22 

    Ages 10-12


    Have you always wanted to try the potter's wheel? Come learn to make your own pottery. We will work on all the skills necessary to create your own work from start to finish. Bring your patience and determination. No experience necessary.  All materials included.


    Instructor: Cynthia Young


    Dates: Wednesdays 10/29 - 12/3
    No class 11/26

    5 sessions

    Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm


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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • November 08, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: November 7

    Ages 10+


    The beauty of the Navajo rug, or Diyogi, lies in the many different symbols and their different meanings. Come learn about the Navajo symbols; choose one and craft a meaningful paper rug at this workshop. All materials included.





    Instructor: Stacy Koehler


    Date: Saturday, 11/8

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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


    • December 04, 2025
    • December 18, 2025
    • 3 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Register

    Registration deadline: November 26

    Join us for a jolly good time! This festive art class for ages 6-9 meets 3 times throughout the month and is packed with merry making, holiday crafting, and hands on fun. From sparkly snow scenes to cheerful decorations, kids will create magical winter projects to take home and treasure. All materials included.

    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Thursdays

    12/4-12/18 5:00 - 7:00 PM


    • January 05, 2026
    • February 09, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: December 29

    Ages 7-11


    Also consider the second session!

    Students will learn beginner techniques in drawing. We will review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different effects. Students will learn lighting techniques and the beginning of perspective. while completing 2-3 drawings. All materials included.


    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 1/5 - 2/9

    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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


    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.

    • January 05, 2026
    • February 09, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: December 29

    Ages 12-14


    Consider the second session!

    Students will learn the steps and processes of drawing to increase their abilities. They will learn different ways to hold a pencil, the different types of pencils such as types B and H. They will also learn how to draw in different mediums like charcoal, chalk, and pen and ink. Students will learn about lighting, shading and perspective as well as the different styles of art. 2 sessions to choose from. All materials included.

    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan

    Dates: Mondays 1/5 - 2/9

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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


    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.

    • January 06, 2026
    • February 17, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Register

    Registration deadline: December 30
    Ages 10-13


    In this class you will use your creativity to bring your unique ideas to life. We will be wheel throwing and hand building with clay to create funky, fabulous pieces. You will build, shape, sculpt and glaze your own pieces using inspiration and imagination. All materials included.

    Instructor: Lily Grbach

    Dates: Tuesdays 1/6 - 2/17
    (6 sessions)
    No Class 2/10

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

    Children should never be left unsupervised.
     When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.

    • January 07, 2026
    • February 18, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline: December 31
    Ages 10-13


    In this class, kids will be building their very own dragons out of clay! We will use both wheel throwing and hand-building techniques. Students will learn to trim and embellish their creations. Our imaginations will run as wild as our dragon ideas will take them. During our last class, we will glaze our creations! All materials included. 
    Instructor: Lily Grbach

    Dates: Wednesdays 1/7-2/18 
    (6 sessions)
    No Class 2/11
    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm


    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.





    • January 11, 2026
    • February 15, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: January 4 

    Ages 10-13


    Want to try the pottery wheel? We’d love to show you how. Come learn all the basic skills needed to make your own pottery. The first 4 weeks we get our creations ready for the first kiln firing. Then we come back to glaze all our pieces before their final firing. Bring your ideas and let’s make it happen. All materials included.

    Instructor: Amy Giesy


    Dates: Sundays 1/11-2/15
    No class 2/8

    5 sessions

    Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm


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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • January 13, 2026
    • February 10, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Jan 1
    Ages 7-10

    Can't make this day and time? Consider the second session!

    Join us for a 5 week art adventure where kids, ages 7-10 will meet weekly to make fun, hands-on crafts, explore new creative styles and enjoy time with new friends. Each session is filled with imagination, creativity and special projects to take home. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Tuesdays, 1/13 - 2/10   

    (5 sessions)

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm       

      

    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk you child to class and make sure the teacher is aware of their arrival. 

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • January 29, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: January 22
    Ages 7-10 

     In this Swiftie-centered workshop, kids will craft friendship bracelets, create glitter-covered masterpieces, and sing along to Taylor Swift favorites! This workshop is all about fun, friends and fearless creativity! Wear your favorite Taylor Swift gear to this sparkly workshop. All materials included. Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

     Date: Thursday 1/29
    Time: 5:00 pm - 8 :00 pm

    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.


    • February 11, 2026
    • March 11, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: February 4 

    Ages 6-12 

    In this five-week class, homeschool students will explore famous artworks and re-create them with a modern twist. Each week, we’ll study a different masterpiece, learn about the artist, and then put our own spin on the style using creative techniques and materials. What a fun way to connect art history with hands on learning while building confidence and imagination. All materials included. Sibling Discount applies: First child is full price, 2nd child is 10% off.

    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Wednesdays

    February 11 - March 11

    (5 sessions)

    Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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

    Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

    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.

    • February 12, 2026
    • March 19, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Register

    Registration deadline: February 5

    Ages 7-11

    Lets get our hands dirty forming clay into a variety of pieces! We will use slabs, coils and pinched forms to make cups, bowls, sculptures and more. In the last class, we will glaze everything we created. All materials included.


    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Thursdays 2/12 - 3/19
    No class 3/12

    5 sessions

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm


    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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


      Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

      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.

      • February 19, 2026
      • March 26, 2026
      • 6 sessions
      • North Hills Art Center
      • 12
      Register

      Registration deadline: February 12

      Ages 12-14

      Students will learn the steps and processes of drawing to increase their abilities. They will learn different ways to hold a pencil, the different types of pencils such as types B and H. They will also learn how to draw in different mediums like charcoal, chalk, and pen and ink. Students will learn about lighting, shading and perspective as well as the different styles of art. 2 sessions to choose from. All materials included. 

      Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

      Dates: Thursdays 2/19 - March 26

      6 sessions

      Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


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

      Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

      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.


      • February 23, 2026
      • March 30, 2026
      • 6 sessions
      • North Hills Art Center
      • 9
      Register

      Registration deadline: Feb 16

      Ages 7-11


      Students will learn beginner techniques in drawing. We will review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will learn lighting techniques and the beginning of perspective while completing 2-3 drawings. All materials included.

      Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

      Dates: Mondays 2/23 - 3/30
      6 sessions

      Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm


      Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk you child to class and make sure the teacher is aware of their arrival. 

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

      Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

      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.


      • February 24, 2026
      • March 24, 2026
      • 5 sessions
      • North Hills Art Center
      • 12
      Register

      Registration deadline: Feb 17

      Ages 7-10

      Join us for a 5 week art adventure where kids, ages 7-10 will meet weekly to make fun, hands-on crafts, explore new creative styles and enjoy time with new friends. Each session is filled with imagination, creativity and special projects to take home. All materials included. 

      Instructor: Eva Pontoriero


      Tuesdays, 2/24 - 3/24  

      (5 sessions)

      Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm       

        

      Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk you child to class and make sure the teacher is aware of their arrival. 

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

      Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

      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.


      • February 28, 2026
      • March 07, 2026
      • 2 sessions
      • North Hills Art Center
      • 8
      Register

      Registration deadline: February 21

      Ages 9-14 

       

      Come learn how to use Stop-Motion software to make your adventure tale. Plan your story, then create the characters, props, and scenes using various mediums including recycled materials and 3D pens. Bring home what you create and share your film with your friends. If you’ve been in the class before, come again and we’ll go deeper into the editing of our movies.

      Students should bring their own device/tablet, but extras will be available to use on site if necessary. Other materials will be provided.  Instructor: Elise Neill 

      Dates: Saturdays,

      February 28 & March 7

      (2 sessions)

      Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm


      Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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

      Add a 1-year Student Membership -just $25! and choose member pricing now!

      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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    3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

    (412) 364-3622 

    info@northhillsartcenter.org


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