Trailblazer School Conference Art Exhibition and Awards Hallway Gallery and Event Space April 19 - May 1 Featuring student work from: Ashland-Greenwood Beatrice Nebraska City Malcolm Platteview Plattsmouth Ralston Wahoo
This supportive life drawing group will help you improve your drawing skills, meet fellow artists and have fun! This is not an instructed class. Life drawing sessions are hosted by TG Ndoda and held on Tuesdays. Model starts with five, 2 min. warm-up poses, followed by one 10 min. pose and two 25 min. poses. […]
Featured artwork: “Collage Nebraska” by Carol Fettin Upcoming art exhibit unites collage artists from across Nebraska “Collage Nebraska,” an exhibit celebrating a wide-ranging art form, runs May 2-26, 2024, at the Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha. Artists will host an opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, May 4 in the […]
Schedule a Glassblowing Experience, or a Workshop for Two and get a feel for the heat by getting close to the action! Glassblowing Experience One of our instructors will assist you in making your very own unique piece of art. Select from a variety of options, such as paperweights, ornaments, flowers and more. You will […]
Start with beads as your introduction to the world of melting glass. Learn how to safely operate a torch, melt glass and create several beads. Plus simple decorating techniques. All materials and equipment are included. Your beads will be kiln annealed and available to pick up the next day at Crystal Forge. Instructor: Lori Skupa of […]
4-Week Beginning Throwing with Rob Johnson. Saturdays, starting May 4, 12:30-3 All firings, glazes, and 25lbs of clay are included. A beginning set of throwing tools are provided for the duration of the class. You will need to bring an apron and old towel to use during class. In addition to class time, participants can […]
Torchworking is a method of heating and shaping glass over a torch to create beads, paperweights, small sculptures, and more. In this two hour class, students will learn to work with the torch and melt glass into a small pendant. Instructors: Jon Bleicher or Tom Friedman All materials provided. Cost: $82/person Hot Shops members receive 10% […]
Sharpies are one of the simplest yet versatile tools you can use to create. In this workshop, you will learn different drawing and hand lettering techniques to turn a blank space into something extraordinary. This workshop will include different types of paper and a wide selection of sharpie markers to design an abstract piece with. […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint a Mushroom, Flower, or other subject of your choice! Sign up as a group, or just one. Attend all four if you’d like, or just one. Age 12-18 Max per class: 10 Wednesdays in July (10th, 17th, 24th and 31st) Cost: $50 per date Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus […]
This happy hour, open studio night focuses on what is most unique about the Hot Shops - experiencing the creative process. Featured Mixin' it Up Opening Reception Cash bar with the Session Room and Dry Spokes. Snacks available. Activities Announced soon. Art Fluid is free to attend. Parking Map
Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.
The Nicholas Street Gallery rents for $600/month. The Hallway Gallery rents for $300/month.
The Event Space can be used for pop up shows. Contact the office for more details at info@hotshopsartcenter.org