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Patti Fowler

Spring classes start March 29th. Browse classes and register today!

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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!

Children's Drawing

    • February 19, 2026
    • March 26, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    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
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    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
    • 7
    Registration is closed

    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.


    • March 31, 2026
    • April 28, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: March 24

    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: Tuesdays 3/31 - 4/28

    5 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.

    • April 06, 2026
    • May 11, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: March 30

    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.  All materials included. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 4/6 - 5/11

    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.


    • April 15, 2026
    • May 13, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: April 8

    Ages 7-11

    Let's meet for a 5 week art adventure where you will make fun, hands-on crafts that are inspired by the warmer weather, sunshine and bursting colors of Spring. We will explore new, creative styles with new friends while we use our imaginations and creativity to create Spring inspired art projects to take home. All are welcome. All materials included. 


    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero


    Wednesdays, 4/15 - 5/13 

    (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.


    • May 12, 2026
    • June 09, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    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: Tuesdays 5/12 - 6/9
    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 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.


North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

(412) 364-3622 

info@northhillsartcenter.org


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