Exhibit Dates: May 30–June 29, 2025
Reception: Friday, June 6 from 7–9pm
Come explore a treasure trove of artwork capturing the beauty of the ocean, the maritime mind-set, and the ever-lasting nautical spirit during the Sing Me a Sea Shanty art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. From lighthouses and stormy seas, to portside pubs and fishing lures, get lost in a pirate’s plunder of creativity. Who knows, you might even come upon a sea monster or two!
Join us for the exhibit reception on Friday, June 6 between 7-9pm to meet curators Tiara Safic-Martin and TJ Feeley and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite.
Register for the workshops held during the exhibit:
- Ceramic Turtle Workshop (Adults & Youth Ages 13+) – June 7, 6-9pm
- Intro to Mindful Photography – June 8, 1-4pm
- UFO: UnFinished prOjects – June 8, 6-9pm
- Intro to Acrylic Paint Pour – June 9, 6:30-8:30pm
- La Siréne: Bead Embroidery – June 12 & June 19, 6-9pm
- Pirate Ships and Mermaids (Family-friendly) – June 14, 10am-12pm
- Resin Your Canvas or Panel – June 16, 6:30-8:30pm
The Sing Me a Sea Shanty exhibit runs May 30 – June 29, 2025 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursday 12-6pm, Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-6pm, and Sunday 12-6pm (hours differ in July).
The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible. For more information, visit DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits.
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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The “Sing Me a Sea Shanty” exhibit (May 30 – June 29, 2025) at Del Ray Artisans gallery explores enchanting artworks inspired by the nautical spirit. Reception: Friday, June 6, 7-9pm. Details: DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits
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The “Sing Me a Sea Shanty” art exhibit (May 30 – June 29, 2025) at Del Ray Artisans gallery explores enchanting artworks inspired by the nautical spirit. View at Del Ray Artisans gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA. Join us for the exhibit reception on Friday, June 6, 7-9pm to meet the curators and artists. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays & Sundays 12-6pm. Details at DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits