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Jamie Monaghan's Classes

    • February 19, 2026
    • March 26, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: February 12

    Ages 12-14

    Students will learn the steps and processes of drawing to increase their abilities. They will learn different ways to hold a pencil, the different types of pencils such as types B and H. They will also learn how to draw in different mediums like charcoal, chalk, and pen and ink. Students will learn about lighting, shading and perspective as well as the different styles of art. 2 sessions to choose from. All materials included. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Thursdays 2/19 - March 26

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


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

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

    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.


    • February 23, 2026
    • March 30, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: Feb 16

    Ages 7-11


    Students will learn beginner techniques in drawing. We will review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will learn lighting techniques and the beginning of perspective while completing 2-3 drawings. All materials included.

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 2/23 - 3/30
    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm


    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk you child to class and make sure the teacher is aware of their arrival. 

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

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

    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.


    • February 27, 2026
    • April 03, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Registration is closed

    Registration Deadline: February 20

    Ages 18+


    Students will focus on blending with value studies and the process of preparing a canvas before painting it. We will discuss the ways in which you can find multiple colors within a picture. If requested, skin tones will also be discussed and students will be taught to blend their own. By the end of this class, students will have a better understanding of color theory. Materials list. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan

     

    Dates: Fridays 2/27 - 4/3

    (6 sessions)

    Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 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.


       
    • March 06, 2026
    • March 27, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: February 27

    Ages 18+


    Students will be taught the many different ways you can hold a pencil while drawing, and will be encouraged to experiment and try them out. They will be taught to look at values, forms of objects, and measurements in still life objects. At the end of this four week class, students will have a better understanding on how to draw from observation and how to compose their own drawings. Materials list. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Fridays 3/6 - 3/27 (4 sessions)

    Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 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.


    • March 31, 2026
    • April 28, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: March 24

    Ages 7-11


    Also consider the second session!

    Students will learn beginner techniques in drawing. We will review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different effects. Students will learn lighting techniques and the beginning of perspective. while completing 2-3 drawings. All materials included.


    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Tuesdays 3/31 - 4/28

    5 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.

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


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

    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.

    • April 03, 2026
    • May 01, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 12
    Register

    Registration deadline: March 27

    Ages 18+

    Can't make this day and time? Consider the second session!

    Students will be taught the many different ways you can hold a pencil while drawing, and will be encouraged to experiment and try them out. They will be taught to look at values, forms of objects, and measurements in still life objects. At the end of this 4 week class, students will have a better understanding of how to draw from observation and  gain a better understanding of how to compose their own drawings. 

    Materials list. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Fridays 4/3 - 5/1 (5 sessions)

    Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 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.



    • April 06, 2026
    • May 11, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 11
    Register

    Registration deadline: March 30

    Ages 12-14

    Students will learn the steps and processes of drawing to increase their abilities. They will learn different ways to hold a pencil, the different types of pencils such as types B and H. They will also learn how to draw in different mediums like charcoal, chalk, and pen and ink. Students will learn about lighting, shading and perspective as well as the different styles of art.  All materials included. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Mondays 4/6 - 5/11

    6 sessions

    Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


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

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

    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.


    • May 12, 2026
    • June 09, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: Feb 16

    Ages 7-11


    Students will learn beginner techniques in drawing. We will review the types of pencils you can use and the various ways to hold them to achieve different styles. Students will learn lighting techniques and the beginning of perspective while completing 2-3 drawings. All materials included.

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Tuesdays 5/12 - 6/9
    6 sessions

    Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm


    Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk you child to class and make sure the teacher is aware of their arrival. 

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

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

    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.


    • May 15, 2026
    • June 12, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 10
    Register

    Registration deadline: May 8

    Ages 18+

    Students will be taught the many different ways you can hold a pencil while drawing, and will be encouraged to experiment and try them out. They will be taught to look at values, forms of objects, and measurements in still life objects. At the end of this 4 week class, students will have a better understanding of how to draw from observation and  gain a better understanding of how to compose their own drawings. 

    Materials list. 

    Instructor: Jamie Monaghan 

    Dates: Fridays 5/15 - 6/12 (5 sessions)
    Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 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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