Explore the beauty found within flaws. Embrace the irregularities that shape our world as you encounter paintings, sculptures and an array of other mediums as Hot Shops Resident Artists unravel the complexities of perfection and our ingrained desire for flawlessness.
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. […]
"Van Gogh's Understudy" by Rowena Cage (They/Them) is a vibrant and innovative art collection, debuting February 1st for Black History Month at the Hot Shops Art Center. This series of printed digital artworks reimagines Vincent Van Gogh's iconic style through a modern lens, celebrating Black women as the sole subject matter. In 19th-century European art, […]
Opening reception Feb. 11 Featured art by Julie Schram "The Fox", from the movie, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. "Mistakes are the growing pains of wisdom," The Fox.
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 Tim Barry. Saturdays, starting Feb. 3, 10 a.m. - noon. 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 […]
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. […]
In this class, we will explore several different lids styles and the kinds of pottery forms with which each style works best. The student will learn measuring and trimming techniques that will ensure proper fit and aesthetics as well as glazing pointers to prevent the lids from being permanently fused to the pot it sits […]
Galentine’s Day is a day for gals to celebrate their friendships! Join us for our 2nd floor highlight event & fundraiser at the Hot Shops Art Center. Shop from talented artisans, enjoy a maker station, see art demonstrations, eat, drink, snap a selfie, buy raffle tickets, connect with friends & jam to music . . […]
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. […]
Try something new and join me on Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm-8:30pm and explore the art of silversmithing. During this four-week session from February 13th - March 5th, you will create two projects. Project Details: • Wide sterling silver hammered ring band • Bezel set cabochon stone pendant. In this class you will learn the basic […]
During this class you will make two bracelets, one in silver and the other in your choice of copper or brass. These hammer formed bracelets are fun to make and a great way to relieve some stress, catch up with old friends or make some new ones. For all classes minimum age requirement is 16. […]
Lazy Sunday Art Club is a new relaxing, creative development time for artists of all levels to improve skills and discover figure drawing. These sessions are not instructed, but are structured figure drawing with a live model, encompassing both nude and partial nude poses, as well as character elements to add a new dimension to […]
3 Weeks ( February 20, 27, March 5th) 6-7:30pm $60 per person Class Max: 12 Description: In this class we will explore absolute basic drawing techniques and styles. Some of these techniques and styles include; adding shadows and highlights, blending, contour drawing, and drawing from observation. Step by step instruction in a calm and inspiring environment. […]
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. […]
Pre-Requisite: Basic Bead Making Class This class takes you beyond the basics and on to the next step in your glass art journey. Learn how to select and operate a gas torch, prepare your mandrels for bead making, and operate the kiln. Build on the skills you learned in the Basic Bead Making Class with […]
Join Angela Szelag in the studio for this one day stacking rings workshop. This is a beginning level introduction to silversmithing and the basics of soldering. No experience necessary. All materials are provided. For all classes minimum age requirement is 16. Workshops are non-refundable. *If you are affected by Covid or suspect that you may have […]
Come with a subject or theme in mind and Nicole Dittus guide you through a watercolor painting that divides color and ink techniques. All materials supplied. Nicole has been a middle school art teacher since 2012. She loves inspiring students to be creative and make art about the things they love! Ages: 12 and up […]
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. […]
Creighton University Kappa Pi Presents: SPECTRA Opening reception: Friday, March 15, 5-8 p.m. Cover art: Becoming by Kevin Powers
March 1-21 in the Hallway Gallery and Event Space Closing Reception, Thursday, March 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Viewer's Choice Awards announced at 5:20 p.m. Featured Art: Hummingbird by Saniah Swait, senior at Mercy High School
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 […]
Join Angela Szelag, Saturday, March 2nd, 12:00pm - 2:00pm for a fun afternoon and make these sterling silver hammered disc earrings. It's a beginner level class where you can learn to cut circles with a punch, create hammered texture and make the ear wires to the length of your liking. Classes will take place at […]
Lazy Sunday Art Club is a new relaxing, creative development time for artists of all levels to improve skills and discover figure drawing. These sessions are not instructed, but are structured figure drawing with a live model, encompassing both nude and partial nude poses, as well as character elements to add a new dimension to […]
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