June 30 – July 13, 2018
Have you dreamed of going off to summer camp like you once did as a child, or as your own child does now? Maybe you never got to experience one at all, and now feel left out as an adult. Do you want a chance to attend a summer “camp” tailored for grown-ups to be creative in a welcoming environment with beginner and experienced artists? If so, then join us at the Del Ray Artisans gallery in Alexandria for a “stay-cation” art experience this summer where you can customize your own “art camp” at Grown-Ups Art Camp (GUAC).
Sign up for as many classes as you like from the nearly 20 classes being offered during 10 days of art-filled workshops taught by local artists. The variety of workshops offered will be for all skill levels and art experience (even if you don’t think you are an artist). Classes range from techniques in painting (including the on-trend acrylic paint pour method), bookmaking (create your own sketchbook or turn your favorite childhood board game into a journal), sketching (for nature or urban environments), jewelry making, leather-working, and multiple methods using mixed media. Learn the basics of polymer clay, turn recycled materials into a fun sculpture, and explore how to take better photographs with your smartphone. You can also make paper flowers or needle-felted creatures, as well as learning to use art for visualization, communication, and intention. Classes will be held June 30-July 1, July 4-8, and July 11-13 – with morning, afternoon and evening sessions. GUAC is a great creative boost and a fun, interactive activity for you and your friends.
Questions? Please email Stacy Rausch, Programs Director, at Programs@DelRayArtisans.org. Some classes may fill up fast, and registration will end a week before each class date, so register now at the gallery or online at www.DelRayArtisans.org/event/guac-2018/
Workshops are held at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Regular gallery hours are suspended for the month of July. The gallery is handicap accessible.
Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) appreciates the continued support from the City of Alexandria, Alexandria Commission for the Arts, Virginia Commission for the Arts, and National Endowment for the Arts. DRA is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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Customize your own “art camp” during 10 days of art-filled workshops at Del Ray Artisans Grown-Ups Art Camp (GUAC) held June 30-July 13. Daytime, evening and weekend workshops are offered. Register at www.DelRayArtisans.org/event/guac-2018/
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Del Ray Artisans Grown-Ups Art Camp (GUAC), held June 30-July 13, 2018, offers a chance to customize your own “art camp,” by taking classes during 10 days of art-filled workshops taught by local artists. Nearly 20 classes to choose from include: techniques in painting, smart-phone photography, polymer clay, mixed media, book-making, journaling/drawing, jewelry-making, leather-working, paper and fiber art, sculpture, and more. Workshops are held at Del Ray Artisans gallery (2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA). www.DelRayArtisans.org/event/guac-2018/