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 […]
Exhibition featuring Darlys Vandevoort and Michelle Daisley Moffitt Michelle Daisley Moffitt is an award-winning abstract mixed media painter based in Omaha, Nebraska. Known for her vibrant paintings, Moffitt's work explores themes of home, longing, love, beauty, and nature through a symbolic and internal narrative. She creates pieces that reveal energy and joy, driven by her […]
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 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. […]
While observing and painting you will learn basic water techniques such as: controlling water (wet on wet, wet on dry), blending, and how to paint from observation. Overall, we will have fun, unwind, and enjoy the flowers. All levels welcome. Thursday, May 29th 10AM-Noon Level: Beginning Ages: All Ages Location: RiverFront Park, Arrival Plaza outside of […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful flower plant stake while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! Saturday, May 31st 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16+ Location: Studio #101 (First Floor), Hot Shops Art […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb sun catcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! No experience necessary All materials provided. Sunday, June 1st 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16 + Location: […]
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. […]
Exhibition featuring the work of Chris Cosmos. Chris's work features niche photography and Legos. Opening reception: June 6, 2025 More information will be posted soon.
Butterick bugging you? Simplicity not so simple? Ever find that your garments made from store bought patterns don't fit? Come learn the essential body measurements needed for good fit, as well as tips and tricks for translating and understanding store bought clothing patterns. *Note that we will be working with pattern drafting and paper patterns […]
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. Saturday, June 7th 10am-noon […]
Learn to draw on location with pen, water brush & watercolor pencils. No skill required, we cherish all individual styles - children and adults! Storytelling of our surroundings, the drawings are a record of time & place. Urban Sketching is a fun and social way to connect with other sketchers of all ages and abilities; no wonder it […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful mushroom suncatcher or garden plant stake while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! All materials provided. Saturday, June 7th 1-3PM Level: Beginning Ages: 16+ Location: Studio […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful flower plant stake while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! Sunday, June 8th 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16+ Location: Studio #101 (First Floor), Hot Shops Art […]
Encourage your kids to learn about other cultures through an artist’s lens as we examine a selected variety of artisan crafts from the past. During this special camp we will focus our art-making on weaving as originated from early humans, egg decoration from Ukraine and batik techniques from Indonesia and Africa. Our content will be […]
Create a collage on a tiny scale! Using a 4x4” sized tiny canvas, you will be able to design your composition and use acrylic paint, collage papers and accoutrements to complete your miniature masterpiece. Monday, June 9th 3PM- 6PM Level: Beginner Ages: Adult Location: Studio #202 (Second Floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $60 *Pre-Registration […]
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 beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful mushroom suncatcher or garden plant stake while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! All materials provided. Saturday, June 14th 10am-noon Level: Beginning Ages: 16+ Location: Studio […]
Using an accordion style book as the base for the journal, you’ll then have access to and use junk mail, recycled papers, tea/coffee stained modern papers, ephemera, painted, collected papers and envelopes to create a journal to use for writing, drawing, or as a memory book, etc. Bring mementos of your own to use (think […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint an object/subject of your choice. I’ll demonstrate as you follow basic techniques of wet on wet, color wash, glazing, and blending. Then you’re free to choose your subject, lightly pencil in your subject, and begin painting! Bring an artwork to finish, or start a fresh masterpiece! Friday, June […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful flower plant stake while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! Saturday, June 21st 10am-Noon Level: Beginner Age: 16+ Location: Studio #101 (First Floor), Hot Shops Art […]
Campers will experiment with a variety of materials such as papier-mache, wire and air-dry clay as they create works of art in the 3D realm. Practicing concepts of design that are focused on 360 degree views, stability of form and overall aesthetic will be incorporated into this imaginative and yes, messy week of summer art […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful mushroom suncatcher or garden plant stake while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! All materials provided. Saturday, June 28th 1-3PM Level: Beginning Ages: 16+ Location: Studio […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb sun catcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! No experience necessary All materials provided. Sunday, June 29th 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16 + Location: […]
Never too late. A lifetime of making art, 1963-2025 50 years of paintings and drawings by Matthew Higgins Opening reception, Saturday, July 12, 5-9 p.m. https://matthigginsartist.com/
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