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Karen Nootbaar


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

  • C-306.2 Drawing for Tweens (SP25)

    • May 06, 2025
    • June 03, 2025
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: May 5

    Ages 12-14


    In this class, students will continue to develop their drawing skills. We will focus on different techniques and review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will continue to learn lighting techniques and develop their understanding 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: Tuesdays 5/6 - 6/3

    5 sessions

    Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 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.

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  • C-301.2 Beginner Drawing for Kids (SP25)

    • May 12, 2025
    • June 16, 2025
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 9
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: May 5

    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 5 week course, students will have completed 2-3 drawings. All materials included.


    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 5/12 - 6/16
    No class 5/26

    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.

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  • C-104 Kid's Handbuilding (SP25)

    • May 14, 2025
    • June 11, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: May 9

    Ages 7-10


    Come create your own unique pottery! We will be using hand building techniques to create a variety of functional and fun decorative clay pieces. The last class will be spent glazing the pieces. No experience necessary. All materials included.


    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Wednesdays 5/14 - 6/11
    No class 6/4

    4 sessions

    Time: 4:45 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.

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    • WSH-5 May Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Workshop: (SP25)

      • May 18, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • North Hills Art Center
      • 8
      Registration is closed

      Registration deadline: May 11

      Ages 10+


      Legends say that shadow puppetry originated over two thousand years algo in China during the Han Dynasty. Shadow puppet shows were used in family and community celebrations such as weddings and funerals.  Many of the provinces of China each had their unique way creating the shadow puppets. Come join us and learn this ancient Chinese art form. All materials included.


      Instructor: Elise Neill


      Date: Sunday 5/18

      Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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


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