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SUMMARY:Toy Stories at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Toy Stories Art Exhibit\nJanuary 2–31\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Friday\, January 2 from 7–9pm\nCelebrating the toys we cherished as kids\, the Toy Stories art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans brings a fun\, nostalgic vibe to visitors and highlights the unique skills of numerous local artists who have crafted pieces reflecting nostalgia\, admiration\, and consumer culture of the toy world across a broad spectrum of media. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, January 2 between 7-9pm to meet curator Gordon Thomas Frank and the artists. Mark your calendar now or  set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nRegister in advance for our workshops and save the dates for our other creative programs in January: \n\nPacking Tape Image Transfers and Collage Workshop – Wednesday\, January 7\, 6:30-8:30pm\nCreative Book Club: “How Painting Happens; and Why It Matters” by Martin Gayford – Saturdays\, January 10 & April 11\, 10am-12pm\nCreate an Artwork Sales Website with Square Workshop – Sunday\, January 11\, 6:30-8:30pm\nCreate an Art Inventory System in Excel Workshop – Monday\, January 12\, 6:30-8:30pm\nLife Drawing Sessions – Tuesdays\, January 20 & 27\, 7-9pm\nNeurographic Art Workshop: Teen edition – Saturday\, January 24\, 10am-12pm\nPlaying with Resin Workshop – Sunday\, January 25\, 6-9pm\nAdvanced Resin Techniques Lecture – Monday\, January 26\, 6:30-8:30pm\nNature Journaling Club – Saturday\, January 31\, 10am-12pm\nPlus more! Upcoming programs listed at delrayartisans.org/programs\n\n\nThe Toy Stories art exhibit runs from January 2–31\, 2026 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 (closed February 1). \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Del Ray Artisans\, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. \nFor more information\, contact Gordon Thomas Frank at gordonfrank666@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\n \n\nArtwork credit: Detail of “To The Batcave” by Gordon Thomas Frank
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/toy-stories/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Thomas Frank":MAILTO:gordonfrank666@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Live From Your Studio - Connect with fellow DRA artists
DESCRIPTION:Live From Your Studio is a free\, members-only\, virtual gathering where Del Ray Artisans members can connect from their art-making space. This virtual event will take place monthly on the third Sunday of the month (excluding December) over Zoom. Artists are encouraged (but not required) to join from their studios and make art during the session. These events will allow members to paint and create art together\, and forge deeper connections to other members. \nRSVP at least a week before the gathering to help organizers prepare. Zoom connection information will be emailed to you two days before the gathering. If you have any questions\, please contact organizer Laura Flynn Geissel at flynnmail52@proton.me and Membership Director Kara Macek at membership@delrayartisans.org. \nNot a member?  It’s easy to join Del Ray Artisans. Artist ($30-$110) and Patron ($250+) level memberships enjoy exhibition and program privileges. Supporter level memberships ($40/year) do not have exhibition privileges\, but supporters have program privileges and may participate in programs such as this one! \nAlthough this is a free event\, as a nonprofit organization\, donations are always welcome to support our mission of promoting art for the benefit of artists and the community. Donate online or at the gallery. \nRSVP Now
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/live-from-your-studio-2026/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Live From Your Studio,Partners in Art,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Flynn Geissel":MAILTO:flynnmail52@proton.me
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SUMMARY:Junk Journaling Workshop (Register ASAP)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Azita R. Houshiar\nDate/Time: Sunday\, January 18\, 6-9pm\nCost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus $10 supply fee\nClass size: 5-12 participants\n(Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome\, space permitting) \nCollage by Azita Houshiar\nCome to play and experiment freely\, and leave with pages started and ideas you can continue exploring long after the class ends. Junk Journaling blends the art of collage with the practice of journaling\, offering a playful\, low-pressure way to explore creativity without worrying about perfection. The emphasis is on curiosity\, intuition\, experimentation\, and discovering your own expressive style. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll learn practical techniques for collage\, layering\, and composition\, and receive guidance on using found paper\, packaging\, tags\, embellishments\, and everyday “junk” to create layered\, expressive journal pages that reflect your personal perspective and storytelling style. \nPlease bring your own journal. If you don’t have one yet\, high-quality paper will be provided so you can experiment and create during class. All other supplies will be included\, such as paper\, ephemera\, stickers\, tape\, glue\, and basic tools. You’re also welcome to bring old photographs\, mementos\, or personal collage materials you enjoy using\, especially items that hold meaning for you. \nThis beginner-friendly class is open to teenagers and adults of all skill levels. \nRegister Now \n \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/junk-journaling-01-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tracy Wilkerson%2C Programs Director":MAILTO:programs@delrayartisans.org
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