Birdhouses of Del Ray: Del Ray Artisans’ Silent Auction Fundraiser

Posted on August 11, 2016September 11, 2016 by Web Curator

October 7 - October 25, 2016 Del Ray real estate at prices everyone can afford! Del Ray Artisans’ artists have created one-of-a-kind birdhouses for the Birdhouses of Del Ray silent auction fundraiser. Artists used a wide range of materials to create and decorate their birdhouses. From fiber to glass to wood to clay, there is one style that is sure to ‘tweet out’ to you. The silent auction kicks-off at the opening reception of the Local Flavor show on Friday, October 7, 2016 from 7-9pm. Bid o...

Local Flavor Exhibit (Entries due 9/22/2016)

Posted on August 7, 2016February 5, 2017 by Technology Director

Del Ray Artisans' Members Exhibit Call for Entry Local Flavor at Del Ray Artisans Gallery October 7–30, 2016 Digital entries due: Thursday, September 22, 2016 When you’re not in town, what do you miss? What do you crave? A local ice cream shop or favorite restaurant? Friendly neighbors, dogs, or familiar faces? What do you see on your typical routes to work, shopping, or recreation? Highlight local officials, landmarks (popular or hidden gems), small businesses, farmers’ markets, community e...

Cookbook Fundraiser (Recipes & Artwork due 9/5/2016)

Posted on August 6, 2016August 10, 2016 by Technology Director

Call for Cookbook Recipes and Artwork Submissions due via email by September 5, 2016 Del Ray Artisans (DRA) is preparing a cookbook to sell during the holiday season and thereafter. Help raise funds for DRA by sending us your recipes for that hearty soup, the cocktail that inspires you to paint, your mother in law’s signature hors d’oeuvres—which you’ve improved—or the pie you brought to the DRA member meeting. Recipes are being sought for these categories: Beverages; Appetizers and Snacks; ...

“Fire and Earth” National Ceramic Cup and Regional 2-D Art Exhibit

Posted on August 5, 2016August 5, 2016 by Technology Director

Opening Reception: Friday, September 2 from 7-9pm Exhibit Dates: September 2–October 2, 2016 “Fire and Earth” are two of the four classical elements. This exhibit celebrates these elements in a hybrid show that combines a National ceramic cup exhibit with a regional 2-D exhibit. This exhibit honors how fire in the kiln transforms earth (clay) into functional drinking vessels. The exhibit is juried by Dan Finnegan, a nationally and internationally recognized potter. Local Del Ray businesses St....

Holiday Market 2016 (Applications due 9/18/2016)

Posted on July 27, 2016February 5, 2017 by Technology Director

Application deadline extended to: Sunday, September 18, 2016 Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans' 21st Holiday Market to be held in December 2016 are now open. The market is the first three weekends in December. Different artists from a variety of media categories will be selected for each weekend. Artists who applied before August 19 will be notified of acceptance by September 2; artists who applied after August 19 will be notified after September 18. DRA members and non-members ar...

Open Life Drawing Sessions – Summer & Fall 2016

Posted on July 22, 2016July 23, 2016 by Technology Director

Looking for a chance to hone your figure drawing skills? Del Ray Artisans offers a range of open life drawing sessions for just this purpose. Both nude and clothed models are featured. These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint from our live models. We don't supply easels but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to use one. Please no acrylics or oils; pastels, watercolor and ink ar...

FUN-derful: The Main Attraction at Del Ray Artisans Gallery with mini-FUN-raiser Sideshow: “Can You Spare a Square?”

Posted on July 12, 2016July 23, 2016 by Technology Director

Opening Reception: Friday, August 5 from 7-9pm Exhibit Dates: August 5-28, 2016 Lookie! Lookie! Come to the show! Del Ray Artisans invites you to the main attraction, FUN-derful, a curated exhibit of witty, punny, colorful, silly, humorous and just (LOL) FUN art by local area artists. It is guaranteed to put a smile on your face! But, wait! There’s more! We are featuring a sideshow mini FUN-raiser called: “Can You Spare A Square?” Artists are adopting small square matboards and donating com...

Birdhouses of Del Ray: Silent Auction Fundraiser (Entries due 10/3/2016)

Posted on July 11, 2016September 1, 2016 by Technology Director

Physical submissions due: October 2 and October 3, 2016 from 6-8pm Seeking artisans birdhouses for the "Birdhouses of Del Ray" silent auction fundraiser. Artists are invited to submit one or two 3-D birdhouses of any material. Artists may completely form their own birdhouse or may purchase a 'blank' birdhouse from Del Ray Artisans to alter and embellish. The birdhouses will be on display for bidding from October 7-25, 2016. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to Del Ray Artisans. Bird...

2016 Summer Art Camp for Youth at Del Ray Artisans

Posted on July 10, 2016July 23, 2016 by Technology Director

Choose Week: July 18-22 or July 25-29 from 9am-4pm daily For Ages: 8-14 years old Register now for the 2016 Del Ray Artisans Summer Art Camp! Youth ages 8-14 years old are invited to spend a week with professional educational staff at Del Ray Artisans creating art and learning a range of creative techniques. Art Camp is a one-week experience for campers—choose either week one (July 18-22, 2016) or week two (July 25-29, 2016). Camp is Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm daily and costs $30...

Del Ray Artisans Indoor Art Supplies Yard Sale!

Posted on June 18, 2016July 23, 2016 by Technology Director

Dates: June 27- July 15, 2016 Donate by: June 26, 2016 Paints, crayons, papers...a real potpourri! Gently used art supplies for you and for me! Artists et al, take a look through your closets and art bins! Gather those things you’ve been meaning to use but never do and donate them to Del Ray Artisans’ Indoor Art Supplies Yard Sale! Please drop off your donations at Del Ray Artisans gallery on June 23 from 12-6pm, June 24 & 25 from 12-9pm, and June 26 from 12-6pm. Donations will also be ...