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• Open Studio Pottery

  • Start
    April 29, 2019
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  • End
    January 28, 2020
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  • Schedule
    38 sessions

  Open Studio Pottery  ( Ages 18 and up)

  Experienced potters may work at their own pace and are encouraged to work on the wheel or do hand building. Clay and glazes sold through the studio. ** Please note: you must have taken pottery classes to join this Open Studio Session as there is  NO INSTRUCTION GIVEN.   YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A POTTERY CLASS AT THE NHAC IN ORDER TO ATTEND.   First floor studio.  Ask about accessibility options.

  Fee: NHAC Members $10.00         Nonmembers:  $20.00

  ***OPEN STUDIO POTTERY MOVES TO TUESDAY EVENINGS BEGINNING JULY 2ND 2019

  
  

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• Painting, Pastels & More Open Studio

  • Start
    May 02, 2019
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  • End
    August 05, 2021
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  • Schedule
    119 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Painting, Pastels & More -  All Mediums Welcome!

  We invite you to join this informal gathering of artists. Bring subject matter and medium of your choice. All levels of experience in any medium are welcome.  NO INSTRUCTION GIVEN.

  Thursdays from 10:00am - 1:00pm  (second floor studio)

  Studio Fee: $5.00

  
  

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• A-77 Exploring Watercolors (FA19)

  • Start
    September 16, 2019
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  • End
    October 21, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Adult

  Douglas Brown paints with a focus on controlled realism, and you can learn the secrets of his technique. Each class will start with a short demo of the subject of the week. All students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. All levels are welcome. Materials list below. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead.

  Materials List found here

  Instructor: Douglas Brown

  Dates: Mondays 9/16 - 10/21 

  6 sessions

  Time: 9:00am -12:00pm

  
  

  
  

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• Members' Art Show

  • Start
    September 16, 2019
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    September 20, 2019
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    3:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Members' Art Show

  Juror for this show is Carolyn Brahney

  Show  Dates: September 9 - October 4

  
  

  Gallery Open:

  Monday thru Friday: 10:00am-3:00pm

  Tuesday: 7:00pm-9:00pm

   

  
  

  
  

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• A-12 Fundamentals of Watercolor Painting (FA19)

  • Start
    September 16, 2019
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  • End
    September 30, 2019
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Ages 14-Adult

  Don't know the first thing about watercolor? Which brush, what paper, what paint? Here's where you will learn all about everything you need to know to get started!  This is a class for the very beginner! Unlock your inner artist. If you have supplies, bring them. If you don't have supplies don't buy any as a supply list will be discussed in the first class. Bring a journal and  pencils.

  Instructor: Connie Larimer

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 9/16 - 9/30 

  3 sessions

  Time: 1:00pm -3:00pm

  
  

  
  

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• A-54 Pottery for Adults & Teens (FA19)

  • Start
    September 16, 2019
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  • End
    October 21, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Ages 16-Adult

  Learn both hand-building & wheel throwing techniques in this 5 week, 10-hour class. Students create various clay projects of their own choice. A variety of clays and glazes are available.  The last class focuses on glazing.   Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing & use of tools.

  Instructor: Will Parisi

  Date: Mondays 9/16 - 10/21 

  (No class 10/14), 5 sessions

  Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

  
  

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• A-01 Painless Painting (FA19)

  • Start
    September 17, 2019
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  • End
    October 22, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Adult

  Explore oil and/or acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can work to develop their personal style or try a new technique. New artists will be taught the basics of composition, color theory, and painting techniques. Paint from a provided still life or bring a photo/picture to paint. Each class includes demos and individual instruction.  Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead.  

  
  

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  Instructor: Kim Freithaler

  Dates: Tuesdays 9/17-10/22  

  6 sessions 

  Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• C-18 Cartooning Basics (FA19)

  • Start
    September 17, 2019
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  • End
    October 22, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    11

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  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)

  • Start
    September 17, 2019
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  • End
    October 22, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    3

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  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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• A-37 Painting Sampler (FA19)

  • Start
    September 18, 2019
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  • End
    October 23, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Ages 16 - Adult

   

  Remember how fun art class was and how you enjoyed painting? You want to try it again, but don't know where to begin? This class will introduce you to watercolor, acrylic and oil painting using the art center's supplies. We will compare the media, supplies and techniques as we enjoy painting again.  All materials included.  

   

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

   

  Dates: Wednesdays 9/18 - 10/23

  6 sessions 

  Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

  
  

  
  

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• C-19 Cartooning II (FA19)

  • Start
    September 18, 2019
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  • End
    October 23, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  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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• A-02 Painless Painting (FA19)

  • Start
    September 18, 2019
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  • End
    October 23, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Adults 21+ only 

  Explore oil and/or acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can work to develop their personal style or try a new technique. New artists will be taught the basics of composition, color theory, and painting techniques. Paint from a provided still life or bring a photo/picture to paint. Each class includes demos and individual instruction.  Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead.  

  
  

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  Instructor: Kim Freithaler

  
  

  Dates: Wednesdays 9/18 - 10/23

  6 sessions

  Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm

  
  

  
  

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• A-23 Expressive Acrylics (FA19)

  • Start
    September 19, 2019
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  • End
    October 24, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Adult

  Bring your expressive side to life with acrylics. You will learn how to mix acrylic paints while bringing various techniques into your work. You will leave the class with the skills you need to create beautiful, vibrant expressionist paintings. This class is for the adventurous who want to have fun with color!  All levels welcome! Materials list below.  

  Instructor: Carolyn Pierotti

  Dates: Thursdays 9/19 - 10/24

  6 sessions 

  Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

  
  

  Acrylic Paint Burnt Sienna or Burnt Umber Titanium White Black Ultramarine Blue (or blue of choice) Cadmium Red med. Or dark (or red of choice) Cadmium Yellow (or yellow of choice) Green, Orange & Purple of choice-or can mix Brushes-assorted, these are suggestions-round brush needed #2 (1/4”) flat synthetic (Acrylic) – Acrylic brushes are softer One #7 or #8 (1/2”) synthetic brush One #10 or #12 (3/4”) synthetic brush One #2 thin, round detail brush (synthetic) Canvases-two 24x24 or 20x24 Miscellaneous Large disposable palette or roll of freezer wrap w/approx. 11”x14” board to wrap paper around Two 16”x20” canvases or canvas boards

  
  

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• Sogetsu Ikebana Open Studio

  • When
    September 20, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Sogetsu Ikebana Open Studio meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month

  Ikebana is a Japanese form of flower arranging which concentrates on line, color, and space using materials from your backyard garden. Ikebana can be done by anyone, anytime, anywhere with any materials. You must email Reiko at nakajimar@comcast.net by Tuesday to reserve your space and for materials fee. 

  Studio fee: $5 (due to NHAC, material fee due to Reiko)

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• A-40 Experimental Watercolor (FA19)

  • Start
    September 20, 2019
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  • End
    October 25, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    11

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  Teen-Adult

  Students with prior watercolor experience will dive into more experimental techniques. We will go beyond sprinkling salt! You will achieve new textures and effects. Each week will start with a demonstration, followed by discussion of how the technique might be used in a painting. Each student will work on a project of their own choosing.  Materials list provided.

  materials list here

  Instructor: Melissa Tai 

  Dates: Fridays 9/20 - 10/25

  6 sessions

  Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

  
  

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

  • Start
    September 20, 2019
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  • End
    October 25, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    1

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  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)

  • Start
    September 20, 2019
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  • End
    October 25, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    0

  Registration is closed

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  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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• A-87 Movement and Weight in Drawing (FA19)

  • Start
    September 21, 2019
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  • End
    October 26, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Ages 14-Adult

  Utilize classical animation and gesture drawing techniques to capture the movement, volume, and intent of the human form. Learn faster ways to describe shadow, weight, and direction, as well as map out difficult bits of anatomy like shoulders, hands, and legs.  All materials included.

  Instructor: Miranda Pavelle

  Dates: Saturdays 9/21 - 10/26

  6 sessions

  Time: 4:15pm - 7:15pm

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• A-07 Introduction to Acrylic Painting (FA19)

  • Start
    September 22, 2019
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  • End
    October 20, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Ages 16-Adult     

  Have you ever wanted to try painting but were too intimidated? Intrigued by color but reluctant to commit to the cost and care of oil painting? Whether you’ve dabbled in paints a couple of times or have never touched a brush to a canvas before, you will feel more confident & capable once you have explored the basics of color theory and familiarized yourself with materials and techniques while completing a painting from life. This five-session course will take you from creating a color wheel and learning about value and saturation of colors, to mixing and color matching, to painting a still-life. Don’t ever tell yourself you “can’t” do it–you can, with the right approach!  Materials list can be found below or if you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead.  

  Materials List found here

  Instructor: Olga Brindar

   

  Dates: Sundays 9/22 - 10/20     

  5 sessions                                 

  Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm

  
  

  

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• Members' Art Show

  • Start
    September 23, 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    September 27, 2019
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Members' Art Show

  Juror for this show is Carolyn Brahney

  Show  Dates: September 9 - October 4

  
  

  Gallery Open:

  Monday thru Friday: 10:00am-3:00pm

  Tuesday: 7:00pm-9:00pm

   

  
  

  
  

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• Three Rivers Fiber Focus Monthly Meeting & Demo

  • When
    September 23, 2019
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    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Three Rivers Fiber Focus Group Meeting & Demo

  Meeting at 6:30pm followed by demo at 7:00pm.

  Please visit their website for more information: TRFF

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• WS-14 ws1 Mosaics on Glass (FA19)

  • Start
    September 23, 2019
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  • End
    September 30, 2019
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Adult

  Design and create an original mosaic on glass piece,  perfect as a unique gift or keepsake. We will use colored art glass, adhesive & grout in this 2-day workshop. All materials included.

  Instructor: Debra Tobin

  Date: Mondays 9/23 & 9/30

  2 sessions

  Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

  
  

  
  

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• WS-73 Zentangle® Renew & Evolve (FA19)

  • When
    September 25, 2019
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline September 18

  Ages 13-Adult

  Zentangle® is a meditative drawing art form that can empower anyone, without any artistic experience, to produce beautiful art by drawing structured patterns.

  In Zentangle® Renew & Evolve, we will be reviewing old Tangle patterns and working with new ones, using new Zentangle® tiles and trying new techniques!

  Come and learn the Zentangle® philosophy and learn a new relaxing and meditative creative skill. All materials included. 

   

  Instructor: Pamela Romeo

   

  Date: Wednesday 9/25

  Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm

  
  

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• C-84 Drawing and Painting (FA19)

  • Start
    September 26, 2019
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  • End
    October 24, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    6

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  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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• A-03 Let’s Throw Some Clay! (FA19)

  • Start
    September 26, 2019
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  • End
    November 14, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Ages 14-Adult

  This six week, 12-hour pottery class explores all the aspects of working with clay. Students will learn to hand build, clay sculpt and wheel throw while being able to experience a variety of clays and glazing techniques. Advanced students welcome and encouraged to further develop their skills.  Ask about accessibility options!  Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing, and use of tools.

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Dates: Thursdays 9/26 - 11/14, (No class  10/31 & 11/7)

  6 sessions

  Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• WS-39 Simple Outer Space (FA19)

  • Start
    September 27, 2019
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  • End
    October 04, 2019
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    11

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  Choose from 2 workshops! 

  Ages 14 - Adult

  Space is beautiful, and comes in many forms, shapes, colors, and textures. Fortunately, there are many tricks and techniques to capturing the raw elegance of that beauty, and it can be done with some chalk pastels, paint, and two hours. All materials included.

  Instructor: Miranda Pavelle

  Each workshop is one session, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

  	Workshop 2	Workshop 3
  	Friday 9/27	Friday 10/4
  	Registration  deadline 9/20	Registration  deadline: 9/27

  
  
  

  
  

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• Third Annual RADical Day Art Event-FREE!

  • When
    September 28, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  RADical Day Art Event

  Fall into Art!

  Saturday, September 28

  10am - 1pm

  Stop in for FREE  family oriented fall art activities

  Enjoy free refreshments! Free pottery demos! Free parking!

  Origami Gift Box,  Braided Bracelet & Painted Animal Face

  (registration not required)

  

  
  

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• WS-92 Mixed Media Designs (FA19)

  • Start
    September 29, 2019
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  • End
    October 06, 2019
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    11

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  Ages 16-Adult

  Experience the creative freedom of mixed media. A vast variety of techniques will be examined and attempted that can be transferred to whatever type of art you practice. Learn to combine media in a new way. From collage to assemblage, 2D to 3D. Materials list below.  

  materials list

  Instructor: Christine Fondi

  Each workshop is one session, 1:30pm - 4:00pm.

  Workshop 2 

  Sunday 9/29

  Registration  deadline 9/22

  Workshop 3

  Sunday 10/6

  Registration  deadline: 9/29

  
  

  **Please note-this is the correct day of the week.  The print catalog listed day of the week incorrectly.  The dates were correct.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• Members' Art Show

  • Start
    September 30, 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    October 04, 2019
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Members' Art Show

  Juror for this show is Carolyn Brahney

  Show  Dates: September 9 - October 4

  
  

  Gallery Open:

  Monday thru Friday: 10:00am-3:00pm

  Tuesday: 7:00pm-9:00pm

   

  
  

  
  

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• WSC-20 Light Versus Color (FA19)

  • Start
    September 30, 2019
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  • End
    October 03, 2019
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    12

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  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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• WS-09 Fused Glass Bowl (FA19)

  • When
    September 30, 2019
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
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  Registration deadline September 23

  Ages 12 - Adult

  Do you want a special hand made gift for an upcoming special occasion? Take this easy and fun workshop making a one of a kind beautiful fused glass dish or bowl. You may not want to give it away!  All materials included

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Date: Monday 9/30

  1 session

  Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

  
  

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• A-46 Wednesday Evening Pottery (FA19)

  • Start
    October 02, 2019
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  • End
    November 13, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline: September 25

  Ages 16-Adult

  If you have always wanted to try the wheel, hand build, or need a refresher, this 6 week, 12-hour class is for you. Students will create various clay projects of their own choice in a relaxed studio with personal attention. Stoneware and Raku clay available. The last class focuses on glazing.   Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing & use of tools.

   

  Instructor: Ruthann Farinacci

   

  Date: Wednesdays 10/2 - 11/13

  (No class 11/6), 6 sessions

  Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• A-68 Introduction to Artistic Mosaic (FA19)

  • Start
    October 03, 2019
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  • End
    October 31, 2019
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Registration deadline: September 26

  Ages 14-Adult

  This is a beginners class where you will learn how to cut stained glass and arrange it in meaningful ways.  You will create an artistic mosaic piece using suggested images. Bring your passion for color and openness for creativity and take home your first unique mosaic project!    All materials included, but please bring an apron and eye protection.

   

  Instructor: Sandina Timbus

   

  Date: Thursdays 10/3 - 10/31

  5 sessions

  Time: 11:00am - 1:30pm

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• A-47 Friday Afternoon Pottery (FA19)

  • Start
    October 04, 2019
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  • End
    November 15, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Registration deadline: September 27

  Ages 16-Adult

  If you have always wanted to try the wheel, hand build, or need a refresher, this 6 week, 12-hour class is for you. Students will create various clay projects of their own choice in a relaxed studio with personal attention. Stoneware and Raku clay available. The last class focuses on glazing.   Class fee includes clay, glaze, firing & use of tools.

   

  Instructor: Ruthann Farinacci

   

  Dates: Fridays 10/4 - 11/15

  (No class 11/8), 6 sessions

  Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Sogetsu Ikebana Open Studio

  • When
    October 04, 2019
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    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center

  Sogetsu Ikebana Open Studio meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month

  Ikebana is a Japanese form of flower arranging which concentrates on line, color, and space using materials from your backyard garden. Ikebana can be done by anyone, anytime, anywhere with any materials. You must email Reiko at nakajimar@comcast.net by Tuesday to reserve your space and for materials fee. 

  Studio fee: $5 (due to NHAC, material fee due to Reiko)

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• A-48 Drawing on the Everyday (FA19)

  • Start
    October 05, 2019
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  • End
    November 09, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline September 28

  Ages 14-Adult     

  Have you ever told yourself “I can’t draw”? This class was created to dispel that myth! Anyone can learn to draw, with the right tools & the right instruction. Over the course of six sessions, I will teach you the basics of how to use pencils, charcoal, and other dry media to create a drawing from observation. The class will focus primarily on still life, the most approachable subject when learning to draw. You’ll surprise yourself with how far you can come in just a few weeks!  Materials list can be found below.  

  Instructor: Olga Brindar

   

  Dates: Saturdays 10/5 - 11/9            

  6 sessions                    

  Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm

  
  

  
  

  Materials list:  Drawing board (minimum size 16x20) 18x24 drawing/mixed media acid-free paper pad Set of pencils ranging in thickness (6B-6H) 1 set conte crayons (black, terracotta red, and white, preferably two sticks of each) Set of thick, loosely packed charcoals (eg: Char-Kohl) in black – optional: shades of dark grey Hard drawing eraser (“ArtGum”) Soft kneaded eraser One sheet of grey, brown, or other neutral toned paper, size 18”x24”
  

  
  

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• WSC-18 Painting Without the Brush (FA19)

  • When
    October 05, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
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  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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• A-112 An Introduction to Animation (FA19)

  • Start
    October 07, 2019
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  • End
    November 11, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Registration deadline: 10/20

  Ages 12-Adult

  Learn hypothetical anatomy, textures, and lighting for one of humanity’s favorite imaginary creatures. Each week will be spent concentrating on a specific set of details, starting with the basic anatomical building blocks, and advancing to claws, scales, personality, and lighting. Students feel free to bring your own sketchbooks as well as a smartphone or tablet for a specific stop-motion app.

  Instructor: Miranda Pavelle

  Dates: Mondays 10/7 - 11/11

  6 sessions

  Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm

  
  

  
  

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• A-15 The Art of Hand Lettering (FA19)

  • Start
    October 07, 2019
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  • End
    November 11, 2019
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Registration deadline: September 30 

  Ages 16-Adult

  This class will cover the entire lettering process from pencil sketch to inked drawing to digital* finish. We'll start with the basics of drawing individual letterforms and work up to creating your own hand lettered illustrations based on briefs given in class each week. Chock full of tips and tools for creating concept-driven pieces, there will be in-class demonstrations and one-on-one instructor critiques. This class is perfect for beginners wanting to learn the basics as well as intermediate students looking to dive deeper into incorporating hand lettering in their professional work. Please bring materials to work in class each week: drawing paper, graph paper, pencils, fine and broad tip markers/Sharpies, tracing paper and ruler.

  *Digital processes will be taught, but are optional for creating work for this class. If desired, students would need access to a scanning app on their phone and Photoshop. 

  Instructor: Jeanine Murch

  Dates: Mondays 10/7 - 11/11

  4 sessions        

  Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm

  
  

  
  

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• A-31a Landscape Weaving (FA19)

  • Start
    October 08, 2019
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  • End
    October 29, 2019
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Registration deadline: 10/1

  Ages 16-Adult

  This class explores a new way of creating landscapes by using various weaving techniques. Students begin by drilling and warping a picture frame, then learn ways of weaving and working with fiber to create unique pictures. Please bring: 8x10 or 10x12 wooden picture frame-1”-2” wide (see sample; remove glass), drill, 1/8” drill bit, assorted yarns.

  Instructor: Ruthann Farinacci

  Tuesdays 10/8 - 10/29, 4 sessions

  Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm

  
  

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• WS-110 Alcohol Ink Coasters (FA19)

  • When
    October 08, 2019
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    5

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  Registration deadline October 1

  Adult

  Alcohol ink is a fun medium.  Mixing colors can create a vibrant marbled effect or using alcohol  ink with stamps to create coasters is fun.  Join us and explore the art of alcohol inks. Create four coasters using alcohol inks and tile in this workshop.  All materials included

  Instructor: Carmella Zielinski

  Date: Tuesday 10/8

  1 session

  Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm

  
  

  **Please note, this is a correction from the print catalog.  The print catalog incorrectly listed this as a 2 hour class with the wrong date.

  
  

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• A-31e Landscape Weaving (FA19)