December 17, 2009 – New Work for a New Year Show
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) is pleased to announce the January 2010 show, “New Work for a New Year”. This exhibit, for both DRA members and non-members, provides local artists a platform to show recent work, which has not been previously exhibited.
November 4, 2009 – Holiday Market at Del Ray Artisans
Join us for the 14th annual Holiday Market! The Market offers unique, handmade fine arts and crafts from 16 exhibitors (including photography, greeting cards, pottery/ceramics, jewelry, fabric, paper crafts, and holiday greens), one-stop-shopping for all your holiday needs, and delicious Bake Sale items to benefit Food for Others.
October 11, 2009 – DEL RAY DOZEN INVITATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) is pleased to announce the return of the Del Ray Dozen Invitational Photography Show. This all-photography show builds on the success of the previous all-photography shows. This exhibit will showcase the work of sixteen photographers.
September 21, 2009 – UpBeat OffBeat Auction: A Whacky Celebration of Creativity
Del Ray Artisans’ (DRA) classic, whacky artful fundraiser, the UpBeat OffBeat Auction, will be held on Saturday, October 17th, from 7 pm to 10 pm at the Durant Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA located near the King Street Metro. The UpBeat OffBeat Auction is a much-anticipated event featuring a live auction of home furnishings “extremely made-over” by local artists, and a silent auction of artwork—all accompanied by live music and refreshments.
September 15, 2009 – Yard Sale to Benefit Del Ray Artisans
Del Ray Artisans is holding its annual Yard Sale on Saturday, September 26, from 8 am to 2 pm (rain date is Sunday 9/27) at the intersection of Commonwealth and Mount Vernon Avenues in Alexandria. There will be a fine selection of household goods, toys, books, artwork and supplies, furniture, and miscellaneous — something for everyone! All proceeds go to support Del Ray Artisans.
September 14, 2009 – The Arts Build Communities
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) members will present the exhibition: The Arts Build Communities. This is a statewide theme established by Virginians for the Arts Foundation. The message is the same, regardless of the medium: “The arts strengthen our communities, lift our spirits and build a better quality of life for all.” In this, the third all member show for 2009, Del Ray Artisans reflect on the positive impact of art through a variety of media.
August 7, 2009 – Revenge of the Sequel Art Exhibition
Revenge of the Sequel, the first of its kind exhibition in the country, is a juried art show providing artists the opportunity to unleash their talents to create images that depict and convey their uninhibited and unabashed versions of a sequel. Juror for this show was Jean Schwartz, a well-respected Northern Virginia artist who has had solo shows in Paris, upstate New York, and Washington, D.C., and whose works also have been exhibited in numerous galleries in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Curator is David A. Kosar.
July 13, 2009 – ILLUMINATIONS: PAINTINGS, PRINTS, INSTALLATIONS
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) announces its 2009 annual showing of works by six members of the DRA Board of Directors who have volunteered in that role for over two years. The exhibit showcases several media—painting, photography, gardening, and painted glass—in a wide range of styles and expressions that are produced by the leaders of this local group of artists and artisans.
May 11, 2009 – Re-String Your Bling! Workshop
Remember that earring that you were sure you’d find its mate? What about that necklace that you were so convinced would come back in fashion but hasn’t? Perhaps that lone earring and the throw-back necklace could be re-purposed, recycled and re-fashioned into a brand new piece! This workshop is not about repairing the pearls that were passed down through the family, but rather a way for you to take your unworn costume jewelry and make it rock!
May 6, 2009 – DEL RAY ARTISANS SUMMER ART CAMP 2009
KIDS GET ECO-CREATIVE with a one week art-making camp that is “green-themed”, turning environmental eye sores into amazing eye candy! Art activities including: painting, drawing, collage, fiber fun, mixed medium, games and more. The only skills required are a desire to learn and imagination.
May 5, 2009 – Youth for Unity – Cultural Diversity Project
Del Ray Artisans is pleased to announce that the City of Alexandria is hosting a reception at their gallery to present the Youth for Unity posters to the public. The Youth for Unity posters were developed by high school students as part of a City-sponsored project to promote appreciation of our city’s cultural diversity.
April 20, 2009 – Bond for Life Exhibition
The Del Ray Artisans (DRA) is hosting an exhibition that explores the centuries old bond between humans and their pet companions. The exhibition opens on Friday, May 22nd (opening reception from 7-10 pm) and runs through Sunday, June 21nd.
April 20, 2009 – Amazing Del Ray-ce! June 6, 2009
A combo scavenger hunt, Amazing Race and Jeopardy dash through the Del Ray community with teams competing for prizes and fun. Come Ray-ce through Del Ray on Saturday, June 6, from 2:30-5:00 p.m. in this joint fundraiser sponsored by Del Ray Artisans and the Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden. Clue books in hand, teams will compete in this combo scavenger hunt, Amazing Race and Jeopardy event!
April 1, 2009 – SPRING OUTDOOR ART SALE
The Del Ray Artisans (DRA) is pleased to announce the sixth annual Spring Outdoor Art Sale on Saturday, May 9th, 2009 (the day before Mother’s Day), from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The sale will be held in the Nicholas A. Colasanto Park, adjoining the Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA. This is a rain or shine event and is free and open to the public.
March 23, 2009 – T.C. Williams High School 12th Annual Student Art show
The Del Ray Artisans (DRA) and the T.C. Williams High School (TCW) Art Department jointly will present their 12th Annual Student Art show at the Del Ray Artisans Gallery, from Friday, May 1, 2009 through Sunday, May 17th, 2009. Its opening reception will be from 7pm to 10pm on Friday, May 1st. All are welcome to come see the work of Alexandria’s talented young artists.
February 3, 2009 – CELEBRATE THE ART OF MAKING
Del Ray Artisans is proud to present its first All-Member, All-Media Show for 2009. This exhibit showcases the diversity of artistic talent found at DRA, from painting and drawing, to photography, sculpture, jewelry, and installation works. A wide variety of original 2 and 3 dimensional works will be on display for art lovers to enjoy and to purchase.