Acrylic pouring is a fun and easy way to create unique abstract art. Instead of painting with brushes, the paint is poured and tilted on the canvas to create incredible art! This class includes video instruction and a pre-assembled kit with all the supplies you need. Kits can be picked up at the Hot Shops Art Center. This kit includes: 2 Disposable Aluminum Pans 5 Paints (choice of colors) 2 paper bowls 2 canvases Straws, sticks and gloves Video tutorial…
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The seeds we plant at the Hot Shops are ideas. We cultivate them with WHY, WHAT IF, PASSION and SHARING. As those seeds bloom, you’ll find nourishment for the Soul. As a continuation of our collaboration with Lauritzen Gardens and the Fantastical Folklore exhibit, we are turning the Nicholas Street Gallery into an urban ag center for March! So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to get your hands dirty. You will have the opportunity to see wheel-thrown pottery demonstrations…
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Working with clay helps children develop fine motor skills, problem-solving skills, imagination and curiosity! In this two-part hand building class, your child will learn coiling, slab, and pinching techniques. This technique can be used for making a variety of 3d creations including bowls, cups, boxes or even a favorite pet! In the second session they will learn to decorate and glaze. Participants should attend both sessions. Saturday, March 6, 1-2:30 p.m. Hand building Saturday, March 27, 1-2 p.m. Decorating/Glazing Projects…
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Let your kids see things differently while they learn to draw with Dar VandeVoort. In this class, kids, ages 4-9 will discover how to make simple shapes into creatures. $25. All materials provided. Hot Shops members receive a 10% discount. Email Kim.sellmeyer@hotshopsartcenter.com to receive discount. Class is limited to 8 for distancing. Masks are required. Register >
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Let your kids see things differently while they learn to draw with Dar VandeVoort. In this class, kids, ages 10-15 will discover how to fit creatures into simple shapes $25. All materials provided. Hot Shops members receive a 10% discount. Email Kim.sellmeyer@hotshopsartcenter.com to receive discount. Class is limited to 8 for distancing. Masks are required. Register >
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The Beginning Throwing Class on Saturday Evenings runs for 6 weeks. We will meet each week from 5pm - 7:30pm. All firings, glazes, and 25lbs of clay are included in the class cost of $200. A beginning set of throwing tools are provided for the duration of the class. In addition to our scheduled class time I do offer extra work days. Those times are based on the hours that the studio and building are open, which I will cover…
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Join Angela Szelag for a fun evening making these form folded copper earrings where you paint them using fire! Seats are limited. *Post Covid: class sizes have been reduced to 4 students max, no exceptions. This is to allow for classes to continue and still abide by the social distancing guidelines. Students will be required to wear masks during the sessions for the safety of other students. Class minimum age requirement is 16. Workshops are non-refundable. **If you are affected…
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The Beginning Throwing Class on Monday Nights runs for 6 weeks. We will meet each week from 6pm - 8:30pm. All firings, glazes, and 25lbs of clay are included in the class cost of $200. A beginning set of throwing tools are provided for the duration of the class. In addition to our scheduled class time I do offer extra work days. Those times are based on the hours that the studio and building are open, which I will cover…
Find out more »The Beginning Throwing Class on Wednesday Nights runs for 6 weeks. We will meet each week from 6pm - 8:30pm. All firings, glazes, and 25lbs of clay are included in the class cost of $200. A beginning set of throwing tools are provided for the duration of the class. In addition to our scheduled class time I do offer extra work days. Those times are based on the hours that the studio and building are open, which I will cover…
Find out more »The Intermediate Throwing Class on Thursday Nights runs for 8 weeks. We will meet each week from 6pm - 8:30pm. All firings, glazes, and 35lbs of clay are included in the class cost of $240. A set of throwing tools are provided for the duration of the class. In addition to our scheduled class time I do offer extra work days. Those times are based on the hours that the studio and building are open, which I will cover in…
Find out more »Future exhibits and shows are announced all the time.
Please stay tuned.
DATES & TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE! Please refer to this page for updates as the event draws near. Artist receptions are often held the first Friday or Saturday of the month (your best bet is to come around 6-7 pm), unless otherwise noted. Galleries are often attended by a curator Saturday and Sunday, Noon-4pm, or by appointment at (402) 342-6452. Otherwise, shows can be viewed during normal business hours. When in doubt, contact us.