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Diane Pontoriero's Classes

  • A-104 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Thursday Evenings (WI25)

    • January 30, 2025
    • March 13, 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: Jan 23

    Ages 16+


    All experience levels welcome in this general pottery class.  We will cover both wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques in the 6 week course.  Experienced students can improve their skills and beginners can learn the basics. Everyone will create some unique pottery pieces.  The last class will focus on glazing.  A raku firing will be scheduled if the class is interested. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Thursdays 1/30 - 3/13

    (no class 3/6)

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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

    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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  • A-205 Paint Like Bob Ross (WI25)

    • February 05, 2025
    • February 19, 2025
    • 3 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: Jan 29

    Ages 14+

    The happy little trees are calling you!  Come create paintings using the "alla prima" wet on wet painting techniques used by Bob Ross. We will learn to use the variety of brushes, painting knife, and liquid white as we create 2-3 landscape paintings. All materials included.  


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

     

    Dates: Wednesdays 2/5 - 2/19

    3 sessions 

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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  • WS-114 Sea Life Creatures out of Clay (WI25)

    • February 15, 2025
    • March 01, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0

    Registration deadline: Feb 8

    Ages 16+


    Delve into the depth of the ocean as we create our favorite sea life out of clay. We will be using handbuilding techniques to bring our creatures to life. Bring images of sea life you want to build to the first class. The second class will be spent adding color to your creations. All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturdays 2/15 - 3/1

    (no class 1/22)

    2 sessions

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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

    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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  • A-414 Batik Painting (WI25)

    • March 05, 2025
    • March 26, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
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    Registration deadline:  Feb 26

    Ages 18+

     

    The hot wax dye process of batik will be used to create unique paintings on cotton. We will start by applying wax to save the white areas and continue applying dyes as we paint the picture. The entire painting will be soaked in black dye to create the "batik" look. the wax will be melted off and the painting is complete. All materials included.

     

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

     

    Dates: Wednesdays 3/5 - 3/26

    6 sessions 

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    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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  • WS-403 Snow (Ice) Dyeing (WI25)

    • March 08, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
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    Registration deadline: March 1

    Ages 12+

    Ice will provide us with the colors of the rainbow as we use it to dye our items of clothing. We will be using some simple tie dyeing techniques in this unique and fun way to make ice work for us. Please bring TWO (2) items for dyeing. The items must be a natural fiber: cotton, bamboo, rayon, silk, wool, linen. (Polyester, nylon and any other synthetic will not dye). All dye materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 3/8

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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


    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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  • WS-405 Shibori Dyeing / Indigo Dyeing (WI25)

    • March 08, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
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    Registration deadline: March 1

    Ages 14+


    Shibori is the Japanese dyeing process of folding fabric to create interesting patterns. We will dye a silk scarf in class, which is provided, but you need to bring two additional items to dye. Both need to be natural fibers such as 100% cotton, linen, rayon, bamboo, or silk. We will use both fabric paint and traditional indigo dye. All dye materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 3/8

    1 session

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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


    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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  • WS-503 Fused Glass Bowls (WI25)

    • March 22, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
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    Registration deadline: March 15

    Ages 14+


    Do you want a special hand made gift for an upcoming special occasion? Take this easy and fun workshop making 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: Saturday 3/22

    1 session

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    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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  • WS-502 Fused Glass Jewelry (WI25)

    • March 22, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: March 15

    Ages 14+


    Learn to create stunning fused glass pendants, earrings and pins. Beginner and experienced glass artists can make up to 8 pieces of wearable art. Class includes tips on the use of dichroic glass, layering glass, and using frits and stringers. You can create both full and tack fused pieces! All materials included.





    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 3/22

    1 session

    Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    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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