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3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622

Office Hours: Monday - Friday

10:00am - 3:00pm

info@northhillsartcenter.org

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Celebrating 60 Years of Art!

"Experience the Arts with Us!"

We appreciate your patience as we transitioned to the new website.  You are now able to register for classes without leaving the site!  If you need help after office hours, please see these tips.  Thank you!

Use the search box to quickly find the classes you need!

We offer classes for adults, teens and children.  Our class sessions run Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
Please check back as we update our class offerings seasonally and occasionally add additional classes!

Children’s classes are designed to be age appropriate to give your child the best experience possible.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF CLASS REGISTRATION DEADLINES.  If you wish to register for a class after the deadline, please contact the NHAC Office (412) 364-3622 or visit the center at 3432 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. 

Please note: No refunds will be issued after first class/day of camp. Compensation for missed classes is not available. Refunds for classes & workshops given if cancelled one week prior.  Memberships are non-refundable. 

**Registrations not finalized within 24 hours are automatically removed as classes have limited space.


Children's Classes

  • C-18 Cartooning Basics (FA19)

    • September 17, 2019
    • October 22, 2019
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 11
    Registration is closed

    Few spots left!

    Ages 8-10 years old   


    Learn the basics of cartooning in this six week course with professional cartoonist/illustrator George Broderick, Jr. From creating original characters using basic, simple shapes to inking, lettering and coloring your drawings for that “professional” touch, the next GREAT comic character could be just a few pencil lines away. Please bring: pencils, ruler, eraser, one thick & one thin Sharpie marker, white sketch paper, colored pencils and colored markers to class.

    Instructor: George Broderick

    Tuesdays 9/17-10/22

    6 sessions      

    Time: 4:30 - 6:30pm


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  • C-85 Clay for Kids! (FA19)

    • September 17, 2019
    • October 22, 2019
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    Few spots left!

    Ages 8-12   

    We all enjoy creating with clay. We will be using the hand building techniques to create a variety of functional & decorative clay pieces. The last class will be spent glazing the pieces.  Class fee includes clay, glaze and firing.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Tuesdays 9/17 - 10/22, (no class 10/15)

    5 sessions

    Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm


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  • C-19 Cartooning II (FA19)

    • September 18, 2019
    • October 23, 2019
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Few spots left!

    Ages 9-12 (or students who have completed Cartooning Basics)

    This course is designed for cartooning students who have taken Cartooning Basics and want to progress (taking Cartooning Basics first is suggested, but not necessary). Class reviews the basics and adds depth to the discussions and techniques with group projects and exercises designed to make the budding cartoonist think outside the box. Please bring: pencils, ruler, eraser, one thick, one thin Sharpie marker, white sketch paper, color pencils and color markers to class

    Instructor: George Broderick

    Wednesdays 9/18-10/23

    6 sessions

    Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm

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  • C-26a Kids Pottery on the Wheel (FA19)

    • September 20, 2019
    • October 25, 2019
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 1
    Register

    One spot left!

    Ages 10 & up  

    Come in and learn how to throw pottery on the wheel!  Using the wheel requires dexterity, patience, and creativity; be prepared to build your skills in all three.  We will focus on crafting practical items that can be used & enjoyed for years to come!  No experience necessary - all levels of experience welcome! Class fee includes clay, glaze and firing.

    Instructor: Will Parisi

    Fridays 9/20 - 10/25

    (no class 10/18)

    5 sessions

    Time: 5:00-6:30pm


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  • C-26 Kids Pottery on the Wheel (FA19)

    • September 20, 2019
    • October 25, 2019
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Sold out!

    Ages 10 & up  

    Come in and learn how to throw pottery on the wheel!  Using the wheel requires dexterity, patience, and creativity; be prepared to build your skills in all three.  We will focus on crafting practical items that can be used & enjoyed for years to come!  No experience necessary - all levels of experience welcome! Class fee includes clay, glaze and firing.

    Instructor: Will Parisi

    Fridays 9/20 - 10/25

    (no class 10/18)

    5 sessions

    Time: 7:30-9:00pm


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  • C-84 Drawing and Painting (FA19)

    • September 26, 2019
    • October 24, 2019
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline: September 19

    Ages 7-11   

    Creativity comes alive in this 5 week class. We will explore a variety of drawing and painting projects and learn how to use watercolors, acrylic paint, pastels and more!  All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Thursdays 9/26 - 10/24 

    5 sessions

    Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm


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  • WSC-20 Light Versus Color (FA19)

    • September 30, 2019
    • October 03, 2019
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Choose from 2 workshops!

    Ages 10 & up 


    Did you know that the primary colors of pigment are the secondary colors of light? What would happen if you painted a picture of the rainbow, then held it under pure, red light? What about green? Blue? What happens when you mix red and green light? This is an exploratory workshop that will give a simple, fun answer to these questions! All materials included.


    Instructor: Miranda Pavelle


    Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm


       Workshop 2  Workshop 3 
       Mon 9/30  Thurs  10/3
        Reg. deadline: 9/23   Reg. deadline: 9/26

       

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  • WSC-18 Painting Without the Brush (FA19)

    • October 05, 2019
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: September 28 

    Ages 4-6 


    This workshop is centered around the concept of process-based art. Kids will be engaged in paint exploration and creative play by using a variety of materials to create a painting including: forks, toy cars, sponges, blocks, and other mark making tools. No paintbrushes allowed!  All materials included.

    Instructor: Amanda Ansell


    Saturday, 10/5

    Time: 10:00am - 11:30am


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  • WSC-13 Design Your Own Game Challenge (FA19)

    • October 19, 2019
    • October 20, 2019
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline: October 12 

    Ages 6-11

    Make your own 3D board game with your own characters to take home. Use clay, paint, recycled materials and more to make your game come alive. Invent a new outdoor game to play with friends! Create a new card game! You make the rules.  All materials included.

    Instructor: Elise Neill

    Dates: Saturday & Sunday 10/19 & 10/20

    2 sessions

    Time: 2:00pm - 4:30pm


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  • WSC-05 Gifts for Someone Special-Silk Dyeing (FA19)

    • November 23, 2019
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: November 16 

    Ages 6-12

    Create a hand painted silk tie and a Shibori dyed silk scarf to give as gifts to special people in your life. We will explore colors that go well together and folding techniques to create intricate patterns.  All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Date: Saturday 11/23

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


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  • WSC-21 Gifts for Someone Special-Clay (FA19)

    • November 24, 2019
    • December 08, 2019
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline: November 17

    Ages 8-12

    With the Holidays approaching, now is the time to create one of a kind handmade gifts to give to special persons in your life. You will be working with clay using the slab building technique to create a special lidded box and a decorated mug. You will come back for a second session to put the finishing touches on your pieces with a large selection of bright, colorful glazes. The pieces will be food, microwave, and dishwasher safe.  All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Date: Sundays 11/24 & 12/8

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


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"Give the Gift of Art!"

The North Hills Art Center offers gift certificates in any amount you choose!  Gift certificates can be used for art classes, workshops and summer art camps, for yearly memberships, in the gallery for artwork and merchandise at our Artisan Markets.  

Gift Certificates can only be purchased at the Art Center during business hours, in person or by phone.

Gift certificates can be redeemed in person or by mail only.  Online redemption is not available at this time.

Benefits of Membership:

Discount of $20.00 of the nonmember cost of classes        at the North Hills Art Center
15% off framing at Panza Framing in Millvale
10% off art supplies at Artists and Craftsmen Supply in      Squirrel Hill
10% off framing at The Frame Gallery in                 Sharpsburg

Student: $20          Individual: $35

              Family: $50            Patron: $100

Click here to purchase a membership.

Please click above for Military and First Responder rate.

2019 Summer Offerings! 

North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622 | info@northhillsartcenter.org


© 2019 North Hills Art Center

The NHAC is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization