2025)

Posted on October 25, 2025November 3, 2025 by Web Curator

Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists Toy Stories Exhibit Dates: January 2–31, 2026 Digital entry deadline: Sunday, December 14, 2025 by midnight Dive into the cultural, emotional, and imaginative realms of toys. Toys are often the first things we fall in love with - and sometimes the first things we break. We’re open to interpretations that highlight the joy of play, reflect on childhood nostalgia, or turn toys into surprising artistic expressions. We want all kinds of art that capture ...

Alcove Gift Shop (Jan-Feb 2026, RESTOCK)

Posted on October 22, 2025January 25, 2026 by Web Curator

Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Alcove Gift Shop January 2 – February 28, 2026 Application deadline: Sunday, December 14, 2025 by midnight (Accepted Artists Only: Use this form for restock) Del Ray Artisans’ Alcove is a gift shop within the gallery, where members (who apply and are accepted) display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items. The work will be displayed...

“The Mini World: Small Works of Art” Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Posted on September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 by Web Curator

Art by The Mini World curators: Mallory Rose Henig, Betsy Jones, Kellie Sansone

Exhibit Dates: November 7–30, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, November 7 from 7–9pm Del Ray Artisans presents The Mini World: Small Works of Art, an art exhibit showcasing tiny art by artist members. Step into this miniature world and discover the joy of life’s little things. We invite you to experience the power of small, where each piece tells a story and proves that art knows no size limits. Join us for the opening reception on Friday, November 7 between 7-9pm to meet curators Betsy ...

The Mini World: Small Works of Art (Entries due 10/10/2025)

Posted on August 31, 2025October 7, 2025 by Web Curator

Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members The Mini World: Small Works of Art Exhibit Dates: November 7–30, 2025 Digital entry deadline extended to Friday, October 17, 2025 by midnight Members are invited to enter 1-4 small-scale pieces of art. Each piece should be no more than 8x10 inches, 9x9 inches, or within 80 square inches, in any direction including the framing and mounting. The artwork may represent any subject matter and the following media will be accepted for considerat...

Alcove Gift Shop (Oct-Nov 2025, due 9/14)

Posted on August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 by Web Curator

Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Alcove Gift Shop October 3 – November 30, 2025 Application deadline: Sunday, September 14, 2025 by midnight Del Ray Artisans’ Alcove is a gift shop within the gallery, where members (who apply and are accepted) display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items. The work will be displayed for two months, and as pieces are sold they can be...

Del Ray Artisans’ HalloWEIRD Art Market 2025

Posted on August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 by Web Curator

HalloWEIRD outdoor art market; Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9am-2pm in the Mt Vernon Rec Center fields next to Del Ray Artisans gallery

Saturday, September 20 from 9am–2pm Come to the 4th annual HalloWEIRD outdoor art market on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9am–2pm to browse Halloween-inspired creations that are spooky, creepy, crawly, and goth. Maybe you like the upbeat, fun side of the season, like costumes, hot cider, hay rides, autumn colors. You can see art celebrating that too! The market offers diverse, original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists in a wide range of media, including ceramics, fiber, jewel...

“Bump in the Night” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Posted on August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 by Web Curator

Exhibit Dates: October 3 – November 1, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, October 3 from 7–9pm Drawing inspiration from Spike Milligan’s poem “Bump” and the old Cornish Litany about ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties, the Bump in the Night art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans reveals the source of frightening, unexplainable noises heard at night and the experiences behind “things that go bump in the night.” Join us for the opening reception on Friday, October 3 between 7-9pm to mee...

Holiday Market 2025 Applications (due 9/10/2025)

Posted on August 15, 2025September 8, 2025 by Web Curator

Call for Artists Del Ray Artisans Holiday Market December 5–21, 2025 Application deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 by midnight Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans' 30th annual Holiday Market are now open. Different artists from a variety of media categories will be selected for each weekend. Preference is given to Del Ray Artisans members. The market will be the first three weekends of December (Dec 5-7, 12-14, and 19-21) and will be open each Friday 6-9pm, Saturda...

Flora, Fauna, Fantastica (Entries due 8/20/2025)

Posted on July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 by Web Curator

Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry Flora, Fauna, Fantastica at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital September 22, 2025–September 5, 2026 Entry deadline: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 by midnight Seeking a variety of 2D art, from the traditional to the surreal, showcasing nature. The curators prefer art that helps soothe in a stressful environment. Due to guidelines for a fear-free environment, we cannot accept realistic depictions of dogs, cats, or birds. Must ...

“Experiencing Color: Perspectives from Del Ray Artisans” at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

Posted on July 20, 2025October 23, 2025 by Web Curator

Exhibit Dates: May 3 - September 21, 2025 UPDATE: The exhibit has been extended to October 27, 2025. Del Ray Artisans through the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts in partnership with the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center presents Experiencing Color: Perspectives from Del Ray Artisans. The exhibit features the work of seven (7) member artists in glass cases in the lobby of the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center (5000 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311) from May 3, 2025 through September 21, ...