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 […]
Immerse yourself in the world of human form and expression at this life drawing art exhibition. Celebrate the beauty and diversity of the human body - featuring the best drawings from participants in both Drawing from Life and All Levels Figure Drawing sessions. Opening Reception, Saturday, Sept. 9, 5-8 p.m.
Step into the Hallway Gallery this month to see 'Notes', an exhibit by Andre Watts that unveils a collection of black and white paintings portraying iconic musicians. About the Artist - Andre Watts "Pottery began in the 7th grade and painting began in college. For the past ten years the two have been working together. […]
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. Hot Shops members receive 10% off this […]
Celebrate Fall at the Hot Shops and create your own glass pumpkin! One of our instructors will assist you in making your very own glass pumpkin. You will get to pick out the colors, help design and shape molten glass into a unique fall-themed art piece. $85/person. Minimum age is 12. Please wear 100% cotton […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
4 weeks Starting October 3, 10, 17, 24 Prerequisite: Beginning Acrylic Painting In Continued Painting we will progress to strengthen our skills and build on the foundations learned in Beginning Acrylic Painting. Bring your ideas and teaching artist Josephine Langbehn will guide you through the painting process. Suggested Materials to Bring 3 - 4 Stretched […]
Join the Midwest Lampworkers Guild in their expression of color through Color Pop! in the main gallery at the Hot Shops Art Center. Show Dates: October 4, 2023 - October 22, 2023 Gallery Open during public hours of the Hot Shops Art Center Open 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Weekends 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Closing Reception […]
Oct. 6-31 Hallway Gallery Opening Reception Oct. 14, 5-8 p.m. Featuring the work of 28 Hot Shops Resident Artists. Artwork includes, jewelry, glass, painting, wood, clay, fiber, wax, and more.
Prerequisite: This class requires a lampworker have some experience, with high-beginner to intermediate level skills Hollow glass beads have a presence about them without having the weight of a solid bead. You will learn the steps and some tricks to creating beautiful hollow beads! The class will start with skills used to make beads make […]
Prerequisite: This is an intermediate class and students should have the ability to wedge clay and operate an electric pottery wheel. 4-week class with Rob Johnson Saturdays, Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28. 12:30-3 p.m. Every beginning wheel-throwing student is introduced to the cylinder form. In this class we will explore various approaches to plates, […]
Saturday, Oct. 7, 5:30 p.m. at Heartland of America Park Join our Free Beginners Photography class at Heartland of America Park, August 20th at 7 pm as we embark on an exciting journey into the unique world of photography. Designed for individuals with little to no experience, this course is an ideal starting point for […]
Lazy Sunday long pose drawing 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 […]
Lazy Sunday long pose drawing 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 […]
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. Hot Shops members receive 10% off this […]
Learn to mend and make do! This class will cover basic mending of clothing like hemming pants, sewing buttons and fixing split seams and tears in fabric. Bring in an article of clothing that you would like to mend, and we will go over it together in class! This class is two hours long on […]
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. […]
Welcome to our magical guided sound bath meditation with energy alignment session on October 11th, 2023 from 7pm-8:30pm! Join us for a transformative experience that will leave you feeling clear, aligned and restored. Immerse yourself in the Cosmic Flow with this deeply relaxing sound bath, guided meditation and energy alignment hosted by The Omaha Shaman […]
This event is postponed due to anticipated wind and rain. We are working to schedule a new date at the Park soon! Get ‘blown away’ watching talented Hot Shops glassblowers in this live glassblowing demonstration while enjoying non-alcoholic beverages by Dry Spokes! The first 50 attendees will receive a custom Hot Shops taster glass and […]
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. […]
Greg Macdonald has been carving original Holiday Folk Art for over 30 years. Wood carving is an age-old art form that involves the skillful shaping of wood into intricate designs. It is a craft that combines creativity with precision, as artisans use a variety of specialized tools such as chisels, gouges, and knives to remove […]
Enjoy a relaxed evening with some of the region’s most celebrated artists and show your support for the Hot Shops at our Fall Fundraiser! Proceeds from the event support Hot Shops’ unique vision to “be the spark that helps build a more open and creative community,” and ensures the more than 90 artists who comprise […]
Learn to mend and make do! This class will cover basic mending of clothing like hemming pants, sewing buttons and fixing split seams and tears in fabric by machine sewing! I will assume that you know how to use a sewing machine for this class. If you have taken my learn to sew class, this […]
Closing reception of the Midwest Lampworkers Guild's Color Pop! Show This show is packed with color! Support local artists in Omaha and the Hot Shops Art Center
Lazy Sunday long pose drawing 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 […]
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. […]
We are excited to host the International Society of Glass Beadmakers in Omaha for their annual conference! Presentations, Workshops, Bead Bazaar, Vendors, Exhibition & Social Activities. Public events will include a juried gallery exhibit of some of the top glass torchwork artists in the world and an Open Torch Night/Flame Off on Thursday. For conference […]
Fall season in the park is the perfect backdrop for this pumpkin painting session with Mell Smith! Grab a palette of vibrant colors and a blank canvas - or in this case - a mini orange pumpkin. Then, unleash your creativity, transforming these humble gourds into works of art. Mell started painting over 20 years […]
Learn everything you need to start monoprinting on a gelatin plate! In this class I will teach you everything you need to know about gelatin plates, the paints to use, mark making tools and papers to use. We will explore building prints on papers and then making a fun concertina book for you to take […]
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER Experience the ancient art of Raku pottery with the natural beauty of the downtown Omaha parks! You will have the opportunity to glaze an individual pot and then witness the intense dance of fire and smoke as the pottery is removed from the kiln. The crackling sounds and vibrant hues of […]
A beginner sewing class During this class learn how to use a sewing machine, how to measure and cut fabric and sew an envelope cover for a pillow form. This class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to use a sewing machine and make their first project, or needs to refresh their […]
Three and Three Artist Reception, Friday, Nov. 17, 6-8 p.m. Featuring the work of: Neal Hoesing, Jay Hoesing, Jane Hoesing Kathol and Eduardo Gardea, Shawnequa Linder, Jenna Jaffrey I have produced paintings and some sculpture, sometimes for a living, since my college days at UNL. I have always felt I learned more from great art […]
This session has sold out. 4-Week Beginning Throwing with Rob Johnson. Saturdays, starting Nov. 4. 12:30-3 p.m. 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 […]
A beginner sewing class for kids from ages 10 and up. Over three two-hour sessions learn how to use a sewing machine, how to measure and cut fabric and sew a pillowcase. This class is perfect for all kids who want to learn how to use a sewing machine and make their first project. There […]
Learn everything you need to start monoprinting on a gelatin plate! In this class I will teach you everything you need to know about gelatin plates, the paints to use, mark making tools and papers to use. We will explore building prints on papers and then making a fun concertina book for you to take […]
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