Hours: Weekdays 10-6. Weekends 11-5.


Glassblowing Experiences and Workshops

Crystal Forge 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

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 […]

Acrylic vs. Digital Exhibition

Nicholas Street Gallery 1301 Nicholas Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Graphic Artist DeJuan Cribbs has been painting in acrylics for the last 3 years mainly inspired by his digital paintings.  Come explore the two in this battle of styles. In the end you choose your favorite. Opening reception Saturday, January 4th from 5pm - 9pm. Closing reception and birthday party for the artist Saturday January […]

Field of Lily’s

Hallway Gallery

Field of Lily's - Little Black Girl Memoir Lily Stennis-Vinson Solo Exhibition Opening Reception, Jan. 4th, 5-9 p.m. Lily is a 2023 University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduate, majoring in Fine Arts with an emphasis in ceramics & Pre-Dentistry. Lily’s hands gave her a voice and allowed her to create visual representations of her words, bringing them […]

Intro to Borosilicate Glass Torchwork

Crystal Forge 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

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% […]

$82.00

Fire Painted Copper Earrings Workshop

Hot Shops Studio 220 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Grab your friends and let's get crafty! Join Angela for a fun afternoon and make these form folded copper earrings. The best part (or at least my favorite) is painting them pretty colors with fire! Earring length is 1.5" but can be shortened if you prefer shorter earrings. During this class you will learn some […]

$65

SOLD OUT: Watercolor Meditation Workshop (Adult)

Hot Shops Studio 206 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Nurture your imagination, wake up the creativity within. Learn the basics of watercolor (materials & techniques) while experimenting with techniques for flow or control, scale (see what feels better - tiny & details or giant & fluid), mark making & patterns for brain focus/stress release, and travel journaling. Mindful painting lets you feel childlike joy […]

$60.00

Lazy Sunday Art Club – Single Session

Hot Shops Event Space 101 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Lazy Sunday Art Club is a new relaxing, creative development time for artists of all levels to improve skills. These sessions are not instructed, but are structured with a live model, on occasion with nude and partial nude poses, as well as character elements to add a new dimension to creative exploration. It’s a perfect […]

$20

Youth Watercolor Techniques

Studio 116 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint a Mushroom, Flower, or other subject of your choice! Every other Tuesday, 4-6; come the whole time or drop in when you can. Sign up for as many sessions as you want to. You can complete a new artwork each time or continue working on a previous one. […]

$60

Drawing from Life – Single Session

Hot Shops Event Space 101 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

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. […]

$15

Watercolor – Single Session

Studio 116 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint an object/subject of your choice. Bring an artwork to finish, or start a fresh masterpiece!All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the whole time or drop in when you can. Sign up for as many sessions as you want to. […]

$50

Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.


Interested in renting our galleries for an exhibit?

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