North Hills Art Center upcoming events

SE-101.5 Frottage Printing (SU26) (June 14, 2026)

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: June 7

Ages 16+

Frottage is a surrealist art technique developed by Max Ernst in 1925 that involves creating rubbings by placing thin paper over textured surfaces and rubbing with pencils, crayons, or charcoal. All materials included.

Instructor: Leah Shuck

Date: Sunday, 6/14(1 session)
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

This workshop is offered at no cost as part of Allegheny Regional Asset District's RADical Days. The North Hills Art Center is supported in part by the taxpayers of Allegheny County through a public grant from RAD. RAD works here.

If you register for this free workshop and find you are no longer able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer the space to other students.

WSH-6 Pride Month (SU26) (June 14, 2026)

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: June 7

Ages 10+

Come join us for a family friendly work-shop celebrating Pride month. Learn about the colors represented in the rain-bow and paint a piece of pottery you can take home the same day!

Instructor: Beth Baskinger

Date: Sunday, 6/14 (1 session)
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

WS-532 Copper Embossing Art (SU26) (June 27, 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: June 20

Ages 14+

Learn the techniques for shaping, texturing, and raising designs on thin copper sheets. We will trace patterns, use stylus tools, create deep-relief textures and finish pieces with patina or ink for contrast. End result: one-of-a-kind copper art panels! All materials included.

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Date: Saturday, 6/27 (1 session)
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

WS-533 Altered Cigar Boxes (SU26) (July 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 4
Ages 14+

Can't make this date/time? Check out the second session!

In this workshop we will learn to apply techniques that transform ordinary cigar boxes into a work of art! We will use an array of techniques and found objects to create beautiful, themed boxes. All materials included.

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Date: Saturday 7/11 (1 session)
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

WSH-7 French American Heritage Workshop: (SU26) (July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 18

Ages 10+

Celebrate French heritage by creating a painting of treats, like macarons and croissants, while listening to a selection of French music.

Instructor: Cheryl Templeton

Date: Saturday, 7/25 (1 session)
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

WS-533.2 Altered Cigar Boxes (SU26) (July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 18
Ages 14+

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Date: Saturday 7/25 (1 session)
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

WS-518 Watercolor Necklaces (SU26) (August 01, 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 25

Ages 14+

By creating miniature paintings on paper, we can transform them into wearable jewelry using bezels, glass cabochons and stainless-steel settings. This is a fun, relaxing class where you end up with a beautiful piece of art to wear or gift. All materials included.

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Date: Saturday, 8/1 (1 session)
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

WSH-8 National Dog Month Workshop (SU26) (August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 26

Ages 10+

Join us and learn how to show off your dog in this Paint Your Pup Workshop. All materials included.

Instructor: Kim Freithaler

Date: Sunday, 8/2 (1 session)
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A-513 Principles and Elements of Floral Design (SU26) (August 03, 2026)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 27
Ages 16+

Join us for a week-long immersive experience where you will learn about the principals and elements of floral design. Topics covered will include centerpieces, hand-tied European bouquets, flowers to wear, leaf manipulation techniques, vase design with eco-friendly design practices. Every day you’ll create a design to take home, and at the end of the week we'll have a Design Choice Challenge for bragging rights. Bring a pair of clippers and scissors. All materials included.

Instructor: Patti Fowler

Dates: Monday through Friday, 8/3 - 8/7 (5 sessions)
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A-513 Principles and Elements of Floral Design (SU26) (August 04, 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Patti Fowler

Dates: Monday through Friday, 8/3 - 8/7 (5 sessions)
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A-513 Principles and Elements of Floral Design (SU26) (August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Patti Fowler

Dates: Monday through Friday, 8/3 - 8/7 (5 sessions)
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A-534.2 Gelli Mat Collage (SU26) (August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 29

Ages 15+

Create custom patterned papers using mono-printing techniques with a gelatin plate and acrylic paint. Once torn, cut and arranged, it’s now a mixed-media artwork. We cover color mixing, texture creation, layering and composition. All materials included.

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Dates: Wednesdays 8/5 - 8/19 (3 sessions)

Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

A-513 Principles and Elements of Floral Design (SU26) (August 06, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Patti Fowler

Dates: Monday through Friday, 8/3 - 8/7 (5 sessions)
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A-513 Principles and Elements of Floral Design (SU26) (August 07, 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Patti Fowler

Dates: Monday through Friday, 8/3 - 8/7 (5 sessions)
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A-534.2 Gelli Mat Collage (SU26) (August 12, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 29

Ages 15+

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Dates: Wednesdays 8/5 - 8/19 (3 sessions)

Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

A-534.2 Gelli Mat Collage (SU26) (August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: July 29

Ages 15+

Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

Dates: Wednesdays 8/5 - 8/19 (3 sessions)

Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

WS-402 Eco Dyeing Day (SU26) (August 22, 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: August 15

Ages 16+

In this intensive workshop we will explore 4 different dyeing techniques: bundle, eco-dyeing, solar and indigo. Bring plant material and 4 small items to be dyed. Detailed instructions will be sent upon registration.

Bring a lunch. All other materials provided.

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Date: Saturday, 8/22 (1 sessions)
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm