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 […]

Glassblown Pumpkin Experience

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 […]

A Celebration of Fall

Nicholas Street and Hallway Galleries 1301 Nicholas Street, NE, United States

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 […]

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

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

Mixed Media Watercolor – Single Session

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

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. […]

$60

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

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

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