Leslie Bruning was born in Syracuse, KS and raised in Nebraska. He served as Professor of Art at Bellevue University from 1973 to 2011. He is a founding member of the Hot Shops Art Center and of the Omaha Creative Institute (now Amplify Arts). Leslie Bruning is the owner of Bruning Sculpture, Inc., a mold […]
Together we will create a large scale “painting” with liquid watercolor….run with a paintbrush, flick the color, giggle with wild abandon. Then each person gets their own hunk of the paper for abstract discovery. You might seek out bugs, wings, faces or places? Let your mind wander like a happy child. All materials included Friday, […]
We’re a featured venue in Open Omaha! Come visit the Hot Shops on August 8th (always free!) Open Omaha is a showcase of our city’s most fascinating spaces. Hosted by Omaha by Design, the event invites you to explore the places, projects, and stories that shape our city. Download the Open Omaha app to explore […]
Learn to paint the beautiful Nebraska native pollinator flowers that are sprinkled throughout the RiverFront park. While 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 native pollinator flowers. All levels welcome […]
Explore open studios, see new exhibitions, and connect with artists in a vibrant, dynamic setting. Enjoy a beverage as you wander through our creative spaces, discovering the ever-evolving world of artistic expression at the Hot Shops. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for a unique night out, Art Fluid is an event you […]
Get out in the sun and notice nature. We will be creating nature inspired process drawings that use the shadows created from nature. Plants, flowers, playground equipment – whatever makes a fun shape. The we will keep the creativity going by adding color with markers and oil pastels. All levels welcome and no experience necessary. […]
Learn some simple tips and tricks to make a sidewalk look like it recedes or capture those tricky architectural angles. Be still and reflect for just a moment, train your brain to really see. We’ll use typical Urban Sketching materials (pens, pencils, watercolor) to show you a few easy methods that work when you’re sketching […]
In this workshop you will explore the use of various materials, colors and drawing techniques to create a bookmark. Choose a word or phrase that sparks inspiration and ignites imagination as you make your mark on the world through art. All materials provided Saturday, October 3rd 10am-Noon Level: Beginning Ages: All Ages Location: Arrival Plaza […]
In this workshop you will learn how to use a cardboard loom to create a friendship bracelet. This easy-to-follow loom technique will be sure to make you fall in love with friendship bracelets. A variety of embroidery floss colors will be provided as well as cardboard and scissors to make the looms. Although this does […]
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