Education
Education programming encompasses a variety of activities, from art classes held at Trudy's to exhibitions, public art installations, and zine publishing centered around emerging artists and teenagers. Youth Engagement (K-12) provides community-building programming utilizing the arts,engaging area youth, local schools, and other educational partners.
Classes at Trudy's
Classes at Trudy's are now in session! Join a new Teaching Artist in Residence every month and learn a new art skill! Each art class will consist of a three-week course. All necessary supplies and materials are provided! Days, Times, and Ages may vary.
Drawing with Colored Pencils with Ana Luis Gonzalez
Want to create lifelike, realistic drawings using just three colors? Join our Natural Drawing class and learn to transform primary-colored wax pencils (red, blue, and yellow) into vibrant artwork! Perfect for teens and adults, this class teaches you how to mix colors, add depth, and bring out intricate details in your drawing.
Class Dates: 📅 Thursday, November 7th, 14th, and 21st
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 📍 Trudy’s, 2814 N 60th St, Omaha, NE 68104
What You’ll Learn:
🎨 How to blend primary colors into a full spectrum
✏️ Techniques for sketching your own unique subject (portrait, object, or scene)
📜 Detailed rendering skills to complete a realistic artwork
BFF classes are offered on a Pay What You Can (PWYC) basis, with a suggested donation of $50. We rely on donations and grants to keep our education accessible for all!
Bring an object or image that inspires you; all other materials are provided. 🌟
👉 Reserve your spot today!
To learn more about Ana Luis Gonzalez visit instagram.com/aluig_art
**By submitting this form, students under 18 years old have secured parent/guardian permission to participate in this class and release BFF Omaha, Inc. and all of its affiliates from all liabilities.
Teaching Opportunities Available
Share your artistic skill set with eager learners during a month long teaching artist in residency at Trudy's! Seeking teaching artists of all disciplines!
Calling Teen Line
We are proud to announce the launch of TEEN LINE - programming designed for teenagers & high school students.
Exhibition Opportunities
Now seeking area teenagers who are interested in exhibiting their VISUAL ART during monthly First Friday art walks! Exhibitions will currently be located at Ted & Wally's in Benson - with more to come.
Teen Zine
We're on the hunt for submissions to our NEXT ISSUE of the "Teen Zine" publication! Now seeking all VISUAL ART & WRITING submissions - anything ART- or COMMUNITY-focused intended for print, including Drawings, Poetry, Prose, Interviews, Photographs, Comics, Images, and more! Although Issue #2 submissions have closed, we are always taking submissions for future issues!
Public Art
Interested in creating a mural or other public art piece?? BFF and City Sprouts invite all Omaha-area high school Juniors and Seniors to apply for a chance to install a public art piece/mural on the City Sprouts building over the 2023 Summer! Artist(s) will be compensated & supplies will be provided. Please email Laura Simpson at laura@bffomaha.org with any questions.
I am Seen
I AM SEEN offers hands-on art education & exhibition opportunities for local teens identifying as LGBTQIA2S+. I AM SEEN is BFF's ongoing LGBTQIA2S+ youth and artist mentorship program! The exhibition will open during First Friday on December 1st, 2023, and remain on display through December 18th.
TeenLine at Trudy’s!
Trudy's is BFF's latest space at 2814 N. 60th Street, open to the public every First Friday, year-round! It houses affordable artist studio spaces, as well as the HQ for TeenLine programming and a shared education space! Trudy's is now looking for art educators and other community partners!
TeenLine Volunteering
This opportunity is for those wishing to expand their knowledge of art programs, exhibitions, and hands-on activities involving Omaha's art community.Please email Laura Simpson for more information.
First Friday Activities
Hosted at Ted and Wally’s
JOIN US every First Friday of the year @ Ted & Wally's in Benson from 6-8pm! We offer FREE hands on activities for youth ages 3 and up. Many First Friday spaces are family friendly as well: Petshop, YOGA NOW, 402 Arts Collective, Ted & Wally's, Daisy Jones' Locker, CHOICE Custom Framing & Gallery, Benson Art Gallery, Citylight Arts Project, Maple St. Construct, The B Side of Benson Theatre, Parlour 1887, Star Deli, Jake's Cigars, Warlock Gallery, Barchen, and on-street window displays at Burke's Pub & Edward Jones.
