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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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"Experience the Arts with Us!"

**Memberships are 'individual' memberships covering ONE student (except for family memberships) .  You can ONLY register the person who has the membership at the member rate (except for family memberships) for classes.  Friends can be registered as a non-member is a SEPERATE transaction.  Registering at the member rate without a membership delays your registration.  You must be fully paid before registration is complete.

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**Classes are listed by date.  Please scroll down for newest additions.


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!

**You can add a 'guest'  to your member registration if your 'guest' is also a member

(for example, for those that have family, patron, etc. memberships which include more than one person in the membership).

If the 'guest' you are adding does NOT have a membership, you will need to register them in a separate transaction from your member rate transaction, and register them as a non-member.  Registering them as a member delays their registration as all registrations must be paid in full before they are considered final.  

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: Refunds for classes & workshops given if cancelled one week prior.  Memberships are non-refundable. 

Compensation/makeups for missed classes is not available. 


**Payment required upon registration. Registrations not finalized within 15 minutes are automatically removed as classes have limited space.


Workshops

  • WS-33 Kyusu Teapot with Driftwood Handles & Cups (FA23)

    • September 22, 2023
    • October 06, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 15

    Ages 14-Adult


    In this workshop, we will use templates to hand build a traditional Kyusu Teapot and cups. You will be able to personalize your teapot with a found wood handle or a clay handle. We will also hand build 2-4 cups to use with the teapot. The teapots will be glazed using our extensive selection of food safe glazes. Please bring your piece of driftwood to the first class if you want a wooden handle.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Date: Fridays 9/22 & 10/6

    2 sessions

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
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  • WS-34 Clay Pumpkins & Gourds (FA23)

    • September 23, 2023
    • October 07, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 23

    Ages 13-Adult


    Fall is here and you need some new decorations! Using some hand building techniques (no experience needed), you will create clay pumpkins and gourds for your fall decor. We will have the real thing to look at for inspiration as we form our pieces. Once the pieces have been bisque fired, you will return to add the finishing touches as you apply the ceramic glazes. The pieces will be fired again and will be ready for you to pick up before Halloween! NO CLAY EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.  All materials included


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Saturdays 9/23 & 10/7

    2 sessions

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


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  • EV-12 Open Studio Pottery TUESDAY (10/3)

    • October 03, 2023
    • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    OPEN STUDIO POTTERY

    limited space*

    No refunds or credits

    **registration automatically cancelled if payment not received within 15 minutes due to limited space

    **You MUST meet with the Pottery Studio Supervisor prior to signing up the first time for Open Studio Pottery.  Please contact the office to schedule with the supervisor: info@northhillsartcenter.org

    Please be kind and sign up for only one session

    (Tuesday OR Thursday) per week - thank you!

    (Monitored, pay-as-you-go session)

    YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A 6 WEEK ADULT POTTERY CLASS AT THE NHAC IN ORDER TO ATTEND OPEN STUDIO POTTERY.

    (Adult members only, 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 completed a 6 week pottery class to join this Open Studio Session as there is  NO INSTRUCTION GIVEN.  First floor studio.

    Tuesday Evenings 7:00pm - 10:00pm 

    (Please register by 3pm Monday. No refund or credit for missed session.)

    Studio Fee: NHAC Members ONLY $15.00

    • Limited to 9 persons plus the moderator

    Open Studio Pottery Fees 

     Open Studio Pottery Guidelines 

    Glazing Procedures

    Free parking-handicapped accessible-accessibility options

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  • EV-12 Open Studio Pottery THURSDAY (10/5)

    • October 05, 2023
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register


    OPEN STUDIO POTTERY

    limited space*

    No refunds or credits

    *registration automatically cancelled if payment not received within 15 minutes due to limited space

    **You MUST meet with the Pottery Studio Supervisor prior to signing up the first time for Open Studio Pottery.  Please contact the office to schedule with the supervisor: info@northhillsartcenter.org

    Please be kind and sign up for only one session

    (Tuesday OR Thursday) per week - thank you!

    (Monitored, pay-as-you-go session)

    YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A 6 WEEK ADULT POTTERY CLASS AT THE NHAC IN ORDER TO ATTEND OPEN STUDIO POTTERY.

    (Adult members only, 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 completed a 6 week pottery class to join this Open Studio Session as there is  NO INSTRUCTION GIVEN.  First floor studio.

    Thursday Mornings 9:00am - 12:00pm 

    (Please register by 3pm Wednesday. No refund or credit for missed session.)

    Studio Fee: NHAC Members ONLY $15.00

    • Limited to 9 persons plus the moderator

    Open Studio Pottery Fees 

     Open Studio Pottery Guidelines 

    Glazing Procedures

     

    Free parking-handicapped accessible-accessibility options


    Show details

  • WSC-23 Jack-'O-Lantern Workshop (FA23)

    • October 07, 2023
    • October 21, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline September 30

    Ages 7-12

    Come get into the Halloween spirit and make a handbuilt Jack O' Lantern out of clay. In this workshop, we will make pumpkins and carve out unique facial expressions to bring our Jack O' Lanterns to life. We will glaze our works in the second session. No clay experience necessary!   All materials included.

    Instructor: Tara Hayes


    Dates: Saturdays, 10/7 & 10/21

    (no class 10/14)

    2 sessions

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $25!  (and choose member pricing now!)


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  • WS-06 Eco Dyeing, Bundle Dyeing and Hapa-zome (FA23)

    • October 14, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline October 7

    Ages 16 to Adult


    As the summer colors are being replaced by vibrant fall leaves, this workshop will explore ways of capturing both the final summer flowers and changing fall leaves. We will prepare cotton and silk fabrics to accept plant materials through steaming (eco dyeing and bundle dyeing) and direct transfer – hapa-zome (leaf dye or pounding the plants into the cloth). Bring any flowers, berries and leaves from your gardens for dyeing. There will be an assortment of plant material to use if you do not have access to plants.  All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Saturday 10/14

    1 session

    Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm



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  • WS-09 Fused Glass Bowl (FA23)

    • October 21, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: October 14

    Ages 12 to 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: Saturday, 10/21

    1 session

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
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  • WS-91 Portrait Drawing and Painting (FA23)

    • October 21, 2023
    • October 28, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: October 14

    Ages 14-Adult

    Using the fundamentals of how to draw portraits - shapes, measurements, values, lighting and more, will be the first part of class one. Students will either continue working in pencil or use paint for the remainder of the workshop. Return students will have projects using fundamentals from the last workshop. Work in any medium of choice in which you have proficiency .  Please bring:  sketchbook, pencil, eraser and supplies to be used for project.  15-minute break provided.    

    Instructor: Marianne Hilke

    Date: Saturdays 10/21 & 10/28

    2 sessions

    Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm


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  • WS-08 Fused Glass Jewelry (FA23)

    • October 21, 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline: October 14

    Ages 10 to Adult


    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, 10/21

    1 session

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm



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  • WS-54.2 Shibori Silk Scarf Dyeing (FA23)

    • November 06, 2023
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline October 30

    Ages 10 to Adult


     Create two beautifully dyed silk scarves for yourself or as a special gift.  Learn how to fold, twist, and tie based on the Japanese method, Shibori, to create unique patterns in the scarves.   All materials included.



    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Date: Monday 11/6

    1 session

    Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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  • WS-04 Pysanky for the Holidays! (FA23)

    • November 11, 2023
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline November 4

    Ages 10-Adult

    So you thought Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Eggs) were just for spring!  Well, in this workshop we will be using Pysanky (Batik Egg Writing) technique to create unique Holiday ornaments.  You will use the traditional wax resist method on the eggs to create winter/holiday themed eggs that can be used as tree ornaments or gift giving.  Create 2-3 eggs in this workshop.  All materials included.

     

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Dates: Saturday 11/11

    1 session

    Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm


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  • WS-111 Ceramic Gingerbread House (FA23)

    • November 11, 2023
    • November 25, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration November 4

    Ages 12 to Adult


    Liven up your holiday decorations with a hand built gingerbread house made out of clay.  We will be using templates, slabs, sprig molds, stamps, and shape cutters to create our "candy" decorated houses.  The houses will be finished with a variety of colorful ceramic glazes making them irresistible.  All materials included.


    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    2 sessions

    Date: Saturday 11/11 (build)

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

    and

    Date: Saturday 11/25 (glaze)

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


        


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  • WSC-21 Clay Ornaments (FA23)

    • November 18, 2023
    • December 09, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline November 11

    Ages 8-12

    Students will create a unique 3D ornament out of clay using handbuilding techniques. These ornaments can be placed anywhere in your home or on your holiday tree. Get inspiration from your favorite winter decor and activities - including snow globes, sleigh rides, ice skates, ribbons, holiday lights, bows, wreaths, and more. No clay experience necessary!   All materials included.

    Instructor: Tara Hayes


    Dates: Saturday, 11/18 & 12/9

    (no class 11/25 & 12/2)

    2 sessions

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

    Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $25!  (and choose member pricing now!)

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  • WS-69 Fused Glass Winter Trees (FA23)

    • November 25, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline November 18

    Ages 12-Adult

    Add to your holiday/winter décor or give as a special hand made gift: fused glass evergreen trees set in a wooden disc. We will build the evergreens with a variety of colored glass and frits which be tack fused to create the 3D effect. The tree locations will be marked on the wood for securing after the firing. All materials included.

     

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Saturday 11/25

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

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  • WS-71.1 Fused Glass Ornament Workshop - 10am (FA23)

    • December 02, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 1
    Register

    Registration deadline November 25

    Ages 10-Adult

    Add some special handmade glass ornaments to your Christmas tree. Use them as window decorations or give them as a gift. You will create 2-3 ornaments in the workshop using a variety of glass colors, frits and stringers. All materials included.

     

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Saturday 12/2

    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm


         
         

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  • WS-71.2 Fused Glass Ornament Workshop - 1pm (FA23)

    • December 02, 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 4
    Register

    Registration deadline November 25

    Ages 10-Adult

    Add some special handmade glass ornaments to your Christmas tree. Use them as window decorations or give them as a gift. You will create 2-3 ornaments in the workshop using a variety of glass colors, frits and stringers. All materials included.

     

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Saturday 12/2

    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm


       
         

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  • WS-01 Hand Embroidered Ornaments (FA23)

    • December 10, 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: December 3

    Ages 14-Adult


    Come make a new homemade ornament to add to your holiday tree! We will use 3” embroidery hoops to design a pattern with 3 simple stitches. Student will learn how to set up their hoop, how to design an embroidery pattern from selected sample materials and put it all together to make an ornament. We will have a variety of felt, fabric, beads, and patterns available!  All materials included. 

    Instructor:  Tara Hayes

    Date: Sunday 12/10

    1 session (please note-the workshop is only 1 session)

    Time: 8:30am - 11:30am

    Show details

  • WS-30 Hand Embroidery for the Holidays (FA23)

    • December 10, 2023
    • December 17, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
    Register

    Registration deadline: December 3

    Ages 14-Adult


    Come and embroider a holiday themed tea towel! Students will use simple embroidery stitches to create a custom tea towel for the holidays for yourself or give as a gift to a loved one! Students will practice stitches before making a finished handmade piece ready to use every year. Sample patterns and examples will be available for inspiration!  All materials included. 

    Instructor:  Tara Hayes

    Sundays 12/10-12/17

    2 sessions

    Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm

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Class Offerings! 

North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622 | info@northhillsartcenter.org


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