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Posted on April 27, 2017September 19, 2017 by Web Curator

Members Invitational Exhibit - Call for Entry Thanks For All The Fish at Del Ray Artisans Gallery June 2 - 25, 2017 Digital entries due: Monday, May 22, 2017 by 11:59pm Thanks For All The Fish is a very special exhibit to honor Del Ray Artisans (DRA) members who have made exceptional volunteer hour contributions to support DRA. The organization is very grateful to its members who have gone above and beyond, working tirelessly to make our little corner of the art world successful, and we wan...

Del Ray Artisans presents a Special Theater Night at The Little Theatre of Alexandria

Posted on April 16, 2017April 16, 2017 by Web Curator

Red, White and Tuna at The Little Theatre of Alexandria

Something’s Fishy! Friday, June 2 from 6:30-10pm As we’re celebrating Del Ray Artisans’ 25th Anniversary, join us for an evening at The Little Theatre of Alexandria’s “Red, White and Tuna” comedy production, complete with opening reception and champagne intermission, plus a “fish art” exhibit and raffle! Tickets: $45/ticket includes reception, show, and champagne celebration intermission. Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or online at DelRayArtisans.org/LTA. All proceeds go directly ...

Grown-Ups Art Camp (Proposals due 5/20/2017)

Posted on April 10, 2017September 19, 2017 by Web Curator

Theresa and Dawn during a Grown-Ups Art Camp 2016 workshop

Call for Instructors Grown-Ups Art Camp at Del Ray Artisans Gallery June 27 - July 15, 2017 Proposals deadline extended to: Saturday, May 20, 2017 by midnight Seeking instructors for classes & workshops at Del Ray Artisans gallery during Grown-Ups Art Camp (June 27-July 15). Curriculum includes visual arts, crafts, performing arts, artistic development, and more—for the experienced artist and the beginner, and all those who want to engage in and explore the arts. What would you like ...

“Speak Your Mind” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans

Posted on March 22, 2017March 22, 2017 by Web Curator

Exhibit Dates: May 5-28, 2017 Opening Reception: Friday, May 5 from 7-9pm They say “a picture is worth a thousand words.” The Speak Your Mind art exhibit celebrates the relationship between art and the human mind as a form of nonverbal communication. For some, visual arts are a platform for advocacy, a way to raise awareness of a social cause, or to express a political message. Art is a means of self-expression when it portrays emotions, thoughts, or a state of mind. For others, the proces...

Spring Art Market at Del Ray Artisans

Posted on March 19, 2017March 19, 2017 by Web Curator

Saturday, May 6 from 10am-4pm – RAIN or SHINE! Join Del Ray Artisans in its tradition of outdoor markets! Our Spring Art Market is a one-day event that gives you the chance to purchase original handmade artwork from talented local artists. The market showcases artwork in a wide range of media including ceramics, photography, jewelry, fiber, paper, glass, and more. Shop for Mother's Day, graduation, a teacher's gift, birthdays, or just because! The Spring Art Market will be on Saturday, May...

Spring Art Market Application (due 4/15/2017)

Posted on March 14, 2017April 30, 2017 by Web Curator

Call for Artists Del Ray Artisans' Spring Art Market Applications due: April 15, 2017 by midnight Join Del Ray Artisans in its tradition of outdoor art markets! The Spring Art Market gives artists an opportunity to sell their original handmade artwork to the local community. This is an outdoor, family-friendly, rain-or-shine event at Nicholas A. Colasanto Park, adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery, on Saturday, May 6, 2016 from 10am to 4pm. Application Form (PDF) Save ...

“Breaking the Glass Ceiling – The Sky’s the Limit” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Posted on January 31, 2017January 31, 2017 by Web Curator

Exhibit Dates: March 31 – April 30, 2017 Opening Reception: Friday, March 31 from 7-9pm "Breaking the Glass Ceiling - The Sky’s the Limit" reflects on the metaphor “breaking the glass ceiling”, pushing through a tough, not quite invisible barrier that keeps many from reaching their full potential or their dreams beyond a certain level in a hierarchy or in society. Breaking glass, breaking barriers, reaching beyond traditional boundaries, stretching beyond one’s own and society’s current limits...

Through the Looking Glass (Entries due 2/20/2017)

Posted on January 23, 2017April 30, 2017 by Web Curator

Call for Entry Through the Looking Glass at Del Ray Artisans Gallery March 3-26, 2017 Digital entries due: Monday, February 20, 2017 by midnight Del Ray Artisans welcomes the strange, odd, and out of perspective: fish eye lens, mirror images, strange colors, impossible structures, pigs that fly, animals that dance. Through The Looking Glass is to be an ode to the childhood cult classic with a personal twist. Bring us your personal story of tumbling down the rabbit hole and the journey tr...

“Through the Looking Glass” Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Posted on January 22, 2017January 23, 2017 by Web Curator

Opening Reception: Friday, March 3 from 7-9pm Exhibit Dates: March 3-26, 2017 Del Ray Artisans welcomes the strange, odd, and out of perspective: fish eye lens, mirror images, strange colors, impossible structures, pigs that fly, animals that dance. "Through The Looking Glass" is an ode to the childhood cult classic with a personal twist. Artists bring their personal story of tumbling down the rabbit hole and the journey traveled. Summoned forth are the most elegant and colorful Jabberwockies,...

“A New Beginning” at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital

Posted on January 22, 2017January 23, 2017 by Web Curator

Exhibit Dates: January 29-May 21, 2017 "A New Beginning" art exhibit at the Veterinary Clinics of America Alexandria Animal Hospital (VCA Alexandria) presents Del Ray Artisans members’ interpretations of a new start or starting over. The exhibit is a part of Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls program in partnership with VCA Alexandria and features paintings, photography, and mixed media works of art to delight and awe. The artwork will be displayed on the walls of the VCA Alexandria Ani...