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Emily Fontana

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


  • 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

  • WSH-7 Notre Dame Stained Glass Workshop (SU24)

    • July 28, 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: July 21

    Ages 10+


    The famous rose windows of Notre Dame Cathedral are on the north, south and west facades of the building.  The south rose has 84 panels, spread over 4 circles.  The first circle has 12 medallions and the second has 24; all constructed around 1250.  Learn more about this iconic building while using markers to make your own stained glass window. 


    We will have pre- designed windows or you can use the supplied materials to create your own design.


    Instructor: Maureen Newcamp

    Date: Sunday July 28

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


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  • C-26 Kid's Wheel (FA24)

    • September 11, 2024
    • October 16, 2024
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 4
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 4

    Ages 10 - 12


    Consider C-26.2 if this class is full!

    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

    Wednesdays 9/11 - 10/16

    (no class 10/9) 

    5 sessions

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm



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


     


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  • WSH-9 Heritage Workshop: Hispanic and Latino Culture (FA24)

    • September 15, 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 8

    Ages 10+


    Learn about two of Mexico's most famous female painters; Frida Kahlo and Maria Izquierdo and create paintings inspired by both of them in this workshop.


    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan




    Date: Sunday 9/15

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


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  • C-02 Beginner Drawing for Kids (FA24)

    • September 16, 2024
    • October 21, 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 9

    Ages 7-11


    Consider C-02.2 if this class is full!

    Students will learn the beginning steps and processes in order to increase their drawing skills. Everything from the different ways to hold a pencil and the different types of pencils, to lighting, shading, and perspective. Students will be encouraged to explore their creative ideas while applying their new skills. All materials included.


    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates:  Mondays 9/16 - 10/21

    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm


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



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  • C-29 Kid's Wheel (FA24)

    • September 17, 2024
    • October 22, 2024
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: September 10

    Ages 10-13

    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: Tara Hayes


    Dates: Tuesdays 9/17 - 10/22

    (no class 10/15)

    5 sessions

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm


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  • C-60 Beginner Painting for Kids (FA24)

    • September 17, 2024
    • October 22, 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 10

    Ages 7-11


    Consider C-60.2 if  this class is full! 


    Students will paint two to three paintings inspired by their own creativity while learning basic color theory. By using a limited palette of three primary colors and four neutral colors, they will learn to mix secondary and tertiary colors. Students will also learn how to blend and create perspective. 

    All materials included.

    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Tuesdays 9/17 - 10/22

    6 sessions

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

    Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20 and choose member pricing now!


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  • C-03 Drawing for Tweens (FA24)

    • September 17, 2024
    • October 22, 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: Sept 10

    Ages 12-15


    Consider C-03.2 if this class is full!

    Older students will practice and develop their drawing skills in this class. There will be a focus on the value of lighting and the different techniques for blending along with perspective. This class will teach students to focus on the details in a piece of art. 

    All materials included.


    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Tuesdays 9/17 - 10/22

    6 sessions

    Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm


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



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  • WSH-10 Heritage Workshop: Polish and German American Culture (FA24)

    • October 20, 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 15
    Register

    Registration deadline: Oct 13

    Ages 10+


    Come celebrate Polish and German heritage! We will be rendering the iconic Polish rooster, which is symbolic of strength, courage, and protection. The medium will be colored pencil on black paper.


    Instructor: Susan Vincent




    Date: Sunday 10/20

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


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  • C-02.2 Beginner Drawing for Kids (FA24)

    • October 28, 2024
    • December 02, 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Oct 21

    Ages 7-11

    Students will learn the beginning steps and processes in order to increase their drawing skills. Everything from the different ways to hold a pencil and the different types of pencils, to lighting, shading, and perspective. Students will be encouraged to explore their creative ideas while applying their new skills. All materials included.


    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates:  Mondays 10/28 - 12/2

    6 sessions

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm


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



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  • C-03.2 Drawing for Tweens (FA24)

    • October 28, 2024
    • December 02, 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: Oct 21

    Ages 12-15

    Older students will practice and develop their drawing skills in this class. There will be a focus on the value of lighting and the different techniques for blending along with perspective. This class will teach students to focus on the details in a piece of art. 

    All materials included.


    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 10/28 - 12/2

    6 sessions

    Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm


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



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  • C-60.2 Beginner Painting for Kids (FA24)

    • October 29, 2024
    • December 03, 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: Oct 22

    Ages 7-11


    Students will paint two to three paintings inspired by their own creativity while learning basic color theory. By using a limited palette of three primary colors and four neutral colors, they will learn to mix secondary and tertiary colors. Students will also learn how to blend and create perspective. 

    All materials included.

    Instructor:  Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Tuesdays 10/29 - 12/3

    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

    Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20 and choose member pricing now!


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  • C-26.2 Kid's Wheel (FA24)

    • October 30, 2024
    • December 04, 2024
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Register

    Registration deadline: Oct 23

    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

    Wednesdays 10/30 - 12/4

    (no class 11/27) 

    5 sessions

    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm



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


     


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  • WSH-11 Heritage Workshop: Native American Culture (FA24)

    • November 16, 2024
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 15
    Register

    Registration deadline: Nov 16

    Ages 10+


    Join us for a fun totem pole art project for the whole family! Learn about the rich history and culture of the Native American tribes including Western PA! We will make our own totem poles out of household items.


    Instructor: Sheila Klotz


    Date: Saturday 11/16

    Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm


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  • WSC-95 Kid's Woven Baskets and Platters (FA24)

    • November 23, 2024
    • December 07, 2024
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: Nov 16

    Ages 7-11

    Come create a beautiful woven basket or holiday platter. We will use handbuilding techniques to make our pieces. No experience necessary. All materials included.

    Instructor: Tara Hayes



    Dates: Saturdays 11/23 & 12/7

    (No class 11/30)

    2 sessions

    Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

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

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North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

(412) 364-3622 

info@northhillsartcenter.org


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