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Watercolor Painting

    • June 12, 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 5

    Ages 16+

    Let's make some wearable art! We will be painting with watercolors to make these fun and one-of-a-kind original pendants to wear and share. They make lovely handmade gifts that your friends and family will love. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz



    Date: Thursday 6/12

    1 session

    Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 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.

    • June 16, 2025
    • July 21, 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register


    Registration deadline: June 9

    Ages 18+


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    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. Students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. Some watercolor knowledge recommended. 

    Materials list here. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Watercolor Kits are available through the NHAC - Order by registration deadline.

    If you regularly attend this class, please note there has been a time change. 


    Instructor: Douglas Brown


    Dates: Mondays 6/16 - 7/21

    6 sessions

    Time: 10:30 am  - 1:30 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.


    • June 21, 2025
    • June 28, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 11
    Register

    Registration deadline: June 14

    Ages 16+

    Embark on a creative journey that merges the ancient art of Gyotaku printing with the expressive medium of watercolor painting. In this class you'll learn the ancient art of Gyotaku (fish printing) then add vibrant color and depth with watercolors. You'll learn how to blend washes, create luminous highlights and enhance your print with brush strokes. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Date: Saturday 6/21 & 6/28

    2 sessions

    Time: 3:30 - 5:30 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.

    • July 10, 2025
    • 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 3

    Ages 16+

    Let's make some wearable art! We will be painting with watercolors to make these fun and one-of-a-kind original pendants to wear and share. They make lovely handmade gifts that your friends and family will love. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz



    Date: Thursday 7/10

    1 session

    Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 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.

    • July 28, 2025
    • August 18, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 21

    Ages 18+


    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. Students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. Some watercolor knowledge recommended. 

    Materials list here. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Watercolor Kits are available through the NHAC - Order by registration deadline.

    If you regularly attend this class, please note there has been a time change. 


    Instructor: Douglas Brown


    Dates: Mondays 7/28 - 8/18

    4 sessions

    Time: 10:30 am  - 1:30 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.

    • July 31, 2025
    • August 07, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 9
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 24

    Ages 16+

    In this class, you'll explore techniques that emphasize capturing the essence of your subject matter rather than precise details. Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, you'll learn to create vibrant and atmospheric paintings that evoke mood and emotion. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz


    Date: Thursdays 7/31 & 8/7

    2 sessions

    Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm


    Because this class is after business hours, please use the red side door. 


    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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