Thunderbird Arts Center

Thunderbird Arts Center, in partnership with the City of Phoenix, is a satellite location of Phoenix Center for the Arts, serving our North Phoenix communities. The facility opened to the public in the fall of 2016, and began offering classes for adults and youth year-round.

Students can register for a variety of art classes at this location, including: Ceramics, Mosaics, Painting & Drawing, Photography, Printmaking, Mosaics, Youth Art, and more!

Note: Click the “Sign Up” button at the bottom of a class description to register through the Center’s Mindbody registration platform. A Mindbody account is required to register for classes at the Center. Questions about registration or financial aid? Call (602) 254-3100 or email contacts@phoenixcenterforthearts.org to speak to a Patron Services Associate to speak to a Patron Services Associate.

Prior to arriving for in-person classes, students are required to digitally sign our Student Agreement.

Address:
Thunderbird Arts Center
1106 E. Grovers Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(located in the building behind the Mountain View Community Center)

Hours of operation:

Our hours vary based on class schedules. Please contact our office to confirm the weekly hours.

Phone:

(602) 293-3267


 
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Intermediate/ Advanced Acrylic Painting 3 weeks (Thunderbird)

Intermediate/ Advanced Acrylic Painting 3 weeks (Thunderbird)

Date: May 04, 2026 6:00 pm - May 18, 2026 9:00 pm

Location: Thunderbird Arts Center

Available Slots: 6/12

Instructor: Nancy Troupe

Description: Landscapes, florals, water scenes, figure work, abstract, still life. Students take their work home each week and bring it back to work on it the following week.

Materials: All materials will be supplied by instructor.

Prerequisite: My beginner painting class, or another beginner painting class

Duration: 3 weeks

Ages: 16+

Cost: $85.00
Fun & Easy Acrylic Painting (Thunderbird - 4 weeks)

Fun & Easy Acrylic Painting (Thunderbird - 4 weeks)

Date: May 05, 2026 6:30 pm - May 26, 2026 8:30 pm

Location: Thunderbird Arts Center

Available Slots: 11/12

Registration ends 2 days prior to the first class.
Students or Guardians must bring ID to the first class.
 
Instructor: Nancy Troupe

Description: Great for beginners and intermediates. Step-by-step follow along tutorial to produce a completed painting in 2 hours! Always room to personalize/modify your art piece. Always fun! 4 weeks

Materials: All materials will be provided.

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 16+

Cost: $85.00

May Pottery Extension (Thunderbird)

May Pottery Extension (Thunderbird)

Date: May 05, 2026 1:00 pm - May 26, 2026 4:00 pm

Location: Thunderbird Arts Center

Available Slots: 0/10

Instructor: Cheryl Broderick

Description: Let’s get dirty together. Join me Tuesday afternoons where I will help you learn the basics, centering and pulling a cylinder, or improving your skill level. Everyone has different strengths I will help you hone in on your individual throwing style.

Materials: None

Prerequisite: Instructor approval

Duration: 4 weeks

Ages: 16+

Cost: $100.00

Fun & Easy Acrylic Painting (Thunderbird - 4 weeks)

Fun & Easy Acrylic Painting (Thunderbird - 4 weeks)

Date: May 06, 2026 6:30 pm - May 27, 2026 8:30 pm

Location: Thunderbird Arts Center

Available Slots: 7/12

Registration ends 2 days prior to the first class.
Students or Guardians must bring ID to the first class.
 
Instructor: Nancy Troupe

Description: Great for beginners and intermediates. Step-by-step follow along tutorial to produce a completed painting in 2 hours! Always room to personalize/modify your art piece. Always fun! 4 weeks

Materials: All materials will be provided.

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 16+

Cost: $85.00