Classes
Whether you’re age 6 or 60, a budding amateur or a seasoned professional, you’ll be able to hone your skills and pick up new techniques—or simply find some dedicated time to work on your craft—at one of our art classes.
NPAA classes though the North Penn School District Community Education Program
Check back soon for more fun classes offered through the North Penn School District Community Education Program!
Click HERE to sign up for any classes offered through the North Penn Community Education program.
Abstract Landscapes
When: Tuesdays, 4/7-5/12 from 6-8pm, No class 4/14
Cost: $72 plus $28 materials fee which is payable to instructor on first night of class.
Description: Use acrylic paints, and printmaking techniques to create layered papers inspired by land, sea, and sky. Cut collage, and paint for distant horizons.
Location: Penndale 403
Oil/Acrylic for Children Age 10 – Adult
When: Saturdays, 2/21-5/16 from 11am-1pm, No classes 3/14, 3/28 or 4/4
Cost: $130.00
Description: Learn techniques, color theory, composition, and rules of perspective. Parents attend first class for materials list.
Location: Penndale 403
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What’s at Eclipse Center for Creative Community?
Click here for a registration form for classes taking place at Eclipse Center for Creative Community located at 30 Vine Street, Lansdale, PA 19446.
Intro To Printmaking
Ages: Adult
When: Sundays, 8/9-8/30 from 2-4pm
Cost: $135.00
Description: Have you ever been curious about how hand-pulled prints are created? In this 4-week class, we will explore various printmaking techniques using an etching press. Monoprint/Monotype, dry point etching, and collagraphs will be discussed. Experimentation is encouraged to create one of a kind, limited edition artworks. You can also create beautiful papers to use in collages. This exciting medium will help broaden your artistic journey. There will be limited supplies available for the first class, other supplies needed will be discussed. Registration suggested as space is limited.
Instructor: Barbara Moss Buscher
Please make checks payable to NORTH PENN ARTS ALLIANCE (NPAA). You may pay at the first class – cash or check. 5% discount available to current NPAA members.
Basic Drawing Class
Ages: 16-Adult
When: Tuesdays, 8/4-8/25 from 6-8pm
Cost: $135.00
Description: Learning to draw is really learning to see what we are looking at, and projecting three dimensional forms onto a two dimensional space. This will be achieved by learning the basic principles of representational (realistic) drawing, that have been practiced throughout the history of art by artists and the old masters alike. We will use the principles of understanding form, the five parts of light, three value relationships (value contrast), and finally learning the rules of linear and visual perspective as well as the rules of composition. Limited supplies will be available for the first class, other supplies will be discussed in the first class. Registration suggested as space is limited.
Instructor: Dan Fione
Please make checks payable to NORTH PENN ARTS ALLIANCE (NPAA). You may pay at the first class – cash or check. 5% discount available to current NPAA members.
Alcohol Ink Workshop
Ages: 16-Adult
When: Mondays, 8/10-8/17 from 2-4pm
Cost: $70.00
Description: Explore the fluid and unexpected quality of this unique, vibrant medium to create unique works of art. You will need at least 3-5 colors of alcohol ink (at least on metallic color), 90% isopropyl alcohol, and Yupo paper. We also suggest bringing brushes (do not use good watercolor brushes), q-tips, straws, sticks, paper towels, a small spray bottle for alcohol, pipettes, and an eye dropper. Disposable gloves are highly recommended, as inks are very staining. Wear old clothes or an apron. Inks and paper are available at Blick Art Supply and Amazon. Suggested ink brands are Jacquard Pinata, and Ranger/Tim Holtz. These can be bought as sets or individually. Registration suggested as space is limited.
Instructor: Barbara Moss Buscher
Please make checks payable to NORTH PENN ARTS ALLIANCE (NPAA). You may pay at the first class – cash or check. 5% discount available to current NPAA members.
** If you are interested in teaching a class, please contact us. **
*Check back often as new classes are always being added!
What’s at The North Wales Arts & Cultural Center?
Click here for a registration form for art shows taking place at the North Wales Arts and Cultural Center, 125 N. Main St., North Wales.
Make Art Mondays
Make Art Mondays are monthly 2 hour workshops, held the third Monday of the month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Eclipse Center For Creative Community located at 30 Vine Street in Lansdale. Try your hand at a wide variety of subjects and media in the company of other artists. Cost for supplies is usually $10 for individuals and $5 per person for families. Below is a schedule of what we have planned for the year.
**Make Art Mondays will be starting back up this September! Check back often for more updates.**
September 15, 2025 – Abstract Faces
October 20, 2025 – Pariedola Art
November 17, 2025 – Luminaries – B.Y.O Glass Jar
December 15, 2025 – Paper Sculptures
January 19, 2026 – Community Service Project
February 23, 2026 – CANCELED DUE TO SNOW
March 16, 2026 – Alma Woodsey Thomas Project
April 6, 2026 – Earth Day Project
May 11, 2026 – Eggshell Mosaics
June 15, 2026 – Summer Solstice Project
July 20, 2026 – Calder Mobiles
August 17, 2026 – TBD
September 21, 2026 – TBD
October 19, 2026 – TBD
November – TBD
December – TBD
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