About Mixin' It Up! Mixin' It Up! is an inclusive summer exhibition that brings together art, fashion, and music. Organized by a group of artists, this unique event welcomes individuals of all backgrounds who appreciate creativity and a variety of genres. Mixin' It Up! provides a platform for emerging artists, designers, and musicians to showcase […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint a Mushroom, Flower, or other subject of your choice! Age 12-18 Max per class: 10 Cost: $50 per date Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your discount code. Register >
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. […]
Watercolor collage class. Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $40 per class Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your […]
Learn standard techniques and skills to create a watercolor composition. Have an idea and a reference image, if necessary, for what you want to paint. I'll help guide you with drawing and give you painting tips along the way. All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the […]
Join us for a closing reception of Mixin' It Up! A showcase of over 25+ artists in the metro area. About Mixin' It Up! Mixin' It Up! is an inclusive summer event that brings together art, fashion, and music for a memorable one-night gathering. Organized by a group of artists, this unique event welcomes individuals of […]
4-Week Beginning Hand-building with Takemi Tsuruta. Tuesdays, starting Sept. 3, 6-8:30 p.m. This is an introductory class in ceramics for making vessels without the use of a potters wheel. This class is designed to teach the fundamental skills and techniques of traditional hand building while allowing the students to explore their own creative voice. Techniques […]
Join us for a month-long celebration of Fiber Arts - with a gallery show, a full weekend of classes, a Fashion Show and Demonstrations. Friday, Sept. 6, 6-8 p.m. - Opening reception Friday, September 13, 5-8 p.m. - Art Fluid Open Studio Night featuring a textile take-over and fashion show: Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, […]
Watercolor collage class. Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $40 per class Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your […]
Learn standard techniques and skills to create a watercolor composition. Have an idea and a reference image, if necessary, for what you want to paint. I'll help guide you with drawing and give you painting tips along the way. All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the […]
This workshop is for someone interested in pursuing glass blowing or a more hands-on experience. This two day session is Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Learn the art of hand-blown glass in this immersive two-day workshop Learn the basics of gathering, marvering, jacking and blocking Progress to making various glass vessels Learn […]
Join us for a month-long celebration of Fiber Arts - with a gallery show, a full weekend of classes, a Fashion Show and Demonstrations. Friday, Sept. 6, 6-8 p.m. - Opening reception Featuring: Lana Yager Claire Caswell Alice Mae Threlkeld Sophia Parker Layna Bentley Cindi Brusse Kitt Hamersky Susan Koutnik Therese Straseski Dorothy Tuma Amy […]
Saturdays, Starting September 7th, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, and 26th. 9:30-10:30 a.m. $105 per student (all materials included) Class Max: 14 This class will allow students time to experience art, explore new ideas, and develop skills in several mediums of art. Each of the workshop sessions will apply basic principles and techniques while […]
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, Sept. 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, platters […]
Join Angela in the studio for this one day copper and sterling silver necklace workshop. In this one day workshop you will learn how to use a disc cutter, how to add texture and make chain. Sunday, September 8th 12:00pm – 2:00pm Location: Studio #220 (second floor) Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicolas Street, Omaha, […]
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 […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint a Mushroom, Flower, or other subject of your choice! Age 12-18 Max per class: 10 Cost: $50 per date Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your discount code. Register >
This supportive life drawing group will help you improve your drawing skills, meet fellow artists and have fun! Tuesdays: Sept. 10, 17, 24 Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 This is not an instructed class. Life drawing sessions are hosted by TG Ndoda and held on Tuesdays. If you are unable to commit to 8 […]
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. […]
Watercolor collage class. Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $40 per class Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your […]
Learn standard techniques and skills to create a watercolor composition. Have an idea and a reference image, if necessary, for what you want to paint. I'll help guide you with drawing and give you painting tips along the way. All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the […]
This happy hour, open studio night focuses on what is most unique about the Hot Shops - experiencing the creative process. Featured Expressions in Fiber Exhibition - Textile Takeover including demonstrations and an interactive fashion show that will include hand made fiber clothing, art clothing and avant garde clothing. Cash bar with Kros Strain and […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint a Mushroom, Flower, or other subject of your choice! Age 12-18 Max per class: 10 Cost: $50 per date Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your discount code. Register >
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. […]
Watercolor collage class. Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $40 per class Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your […]
Learn standard techniques and skills to create a watercolor composition. Have an idea and a reference image, if necessary, for what you want to paint. I'll help guide you with drawing and give you painting tips along the way. All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the […]
Join Angela in the studio for this fun beginning level earring making workshop. You can choose to add texture to your earrings too! This is a basic beginning class. You will learn how to use the disc cutter, hole punch, add texture and manipulate wire. If you have sensitive ears we can substitute sterling silver […]
We will work on a hemmed, pre-primed canvas mat 1/2 round ( 30”x18” ) to make a counter cloth. ( like a floor cloth but smaller) The techniques will include reverse rubbings with a variety of mark making tools and art materials. Limit 6 adults beginner to advanced Level: Intermediate Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00-12:00 […]
Learn the basic square knot and a variation to make a sturdy macrame wristlet to use for a key ring. The cord and attachment are included. Class level: Beginner Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Location: Studio 106, Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicholas St, Omaha, NE Instructor: Caroline Schmitz Fee: $25 […]
Level: Beginner Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 Location: Studio 202, Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicholas St, Omaha, NE Instructor: Kelli Sweet Fee: $40 Description: Soldering, sari silks and some bobbles of beads is the best way to describe this beautiful necklace project! No two necklaces will look alike. In this […]
Learn the art of Shibori Dyeing to create beautiful patterns on fabric. During this class you will learn a variety of patterns. Please bring a few items (5) of your own white goods to dye – they must be 100% cotton. T-shirt, dishtowels, pillow cases, fabric, tote bag, etc Level: Beginner Sunday, September 22, 2024 […]
Learn to stitch the state flower for Nebraska, a Goldenrod. Learn stitches like back stitch, satin stitch, stem stitch and French knots! Level: Beginner Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:30-12:30 pm Location: Studio 206 (2nd floor), Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicholas St, Omaha, NE Instructor: Ashley Schrad Fee: $40 REGISTER HERE * Pre-registration required. ** […]
Create your own fabric covered book to use as a journal, recipe book, photo album, planner or more. This is a perfect class to learn how to recycle and reuse! We will cut, weave, and layer vintage fabrics and materials to create a one-of-a kind cover. We will also Learn how to make hand […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint a Mushroom, Flower, or other subject of your choice! Age 12-18 Max per class: 10 Cost: $50 per date Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your discount code. Register >
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. […]
Watercolor collage class. Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $40 per class Hot Shops members receive 10% off this experience. Email before registering to receive your […]
Learn standard techniques and skills to create a watercolor composition. Have an idea and a reference image, if necessary, for what you want to paint. I'll help guide you with drawing and give you painting tips along the way. All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the […]
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 […]
4-Week Introduction to Ceramic Sculpture with Takemi Tsuruta. Tuesdays, starting Oct. 1, 6-8:30 p.m. This class is designed for the beginner in clay and teaches the basic skills and techniques to create dynamic ceramic sculptures. Students will have the freedom to create their own narratives in clay while learning building techniques and surface design. Glazing […]
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. […]
Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Every Wednesday, 11-2pm. come the whole time or drop in when you can. Sign up for as many sessions as you want to. […]
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. […]
This art exhibit featuring the work of over 40 Hot Shops Resident Artists is a vibrant showcase of creativity, capturing the essence of the autumn season and its holidays. Featuring a mix of painting, sculpture, and mixed-media works, the exhibit reflects the nostalgic moments that define fall. Opening reception, Sunday, Oct. 6, 1-4 p.m. Food […]
4-Week Beginning Throwing with Rob Johnson. Saturdays, starting Oct. 5, 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 […]
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