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 […]
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. […]
Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hot Shops—an incredible milestone in our journey to ignite creativity and ensure the artistic spirit of Omaha never dims! We are bringing together the Omaha community with many of the region’s most celebrated artists for an evening where dreams are forged and […]
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 […]
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! 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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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! 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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for an enchanting evening at the Moon Dance art show by the members of the Midwest Lampworkers Guild! Discover the mesmerizing beauty of handcrafted glass and other creations celebrating the moonlit sky by our talented artist members. We welcome you to the opening reception Friday, November 1st, however the show will be available […]
Featured work: “ Sisters”, by Connie Eyberg Omaha Artists, Inc. has approximately 120 members in and around the Omaha area. Created in 1946 their goal is to promote the appreciation and development of fine art. The group is comprised of professionals to hobbyists.
Create a special keepsake art piece and memories this holiday season! One of our instructors will assist you in making your very own glass ornament. You will get to pick out the colors, help design and shape molten glass into a unique holiday art piece. $77/person. Minimum age is 12. Please wear 100% cotton clothes […]
This happy hour, open studio night focuses on what is most unique about the Hot Shops - experiencing the creative process. Featured Midwest Lampworker's Guild and Omaha Artist's Inc. Exhibit Openings Snacks available. Art Fluid is free to attend. Parking Map
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% […]
This four-week class is intended for participants at all skill levels, from novice to professional. Whether you have a camera phone, a DSLR, or a mirrorless camera, this class will help you create images like a pro. On week one we will walk you through how to adjust the controls of your camera to optimize […]
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