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SUMMARY:Carnival of Curiosities at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Carnival of Curiosities Art Exhibit\nOctober 2–31\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Friday\, October 2 from 7–9pm\n“Killer Clown Quartet” by Tiara Safic-Martin\nWelcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related\, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes\, haunted attractions\, terrifying oddities\, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But beware\, not everything is as it seems. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, October 2 between 7-9pm to meet curators Tiara Safic-Martin and Morgan Parr and the exhibiting artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. Thank you to MCD Mateos McDonald’s for their generous donation for the reception. \nCome back for an encore Masquerade Party on Friday\, October 30\, between 7-9pm\, where we’ll reveal the People’s Choice Award! Guests are encouraged to don their most creative mask or carnival-inspired attire for an evening of music\, drinks\, snacks. Mingle with artists one more time before the exhibit closes. \nRegister in advance for our workshops and save the dates for our other creative programs in October: \n\nIntro to Block Printing Workshop – Oct. 4\, 10am-12pm\nPartners in Art – Oct. 5\, 2-4pm\nPlaying with Resin Workshop – Oct. 5\, 6-9pm\nLife Drawing – Oct. 6 & 27\, 7-9pm\nGirl Scout “Art and Design” Brownie Badge Workshop – Oct. 11\, 10am-12pm\nSTEAM-tastic: DIY Masquerade Masks Workshop – Oct. 17\, 10am-12pm\nPartners in Art Evening – Oct. 20\, 7-9pm\nMovie Nite – Oct. 24\, 7:30pm-midnight\nPainting with Natural Pigments Workshop – Oct. 25\, 10am-12pm\nFairy Bookshelf Workshop – Oct. 28\, 7-9pm\n\nVisit the gallery during Art on the Avenue\, the annual arts festival along Mount Vernon Avenue\, on Saturday\, October 3. Del Ray Artisans will be open from 10am-6pm during the festival and will host a STEAM-tastic activity (Make Scratchboard Art) in the Kids’ Art Corner in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields from 10am-3pm. \nThe Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit runs from October 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 on November 1). \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. This art exhibit is made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2027 Annual Arts Program Grant. Del Ray Artisans is a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. \nFor more information\, contact the Director of Curating\, Amy Kitchin Hower\, at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/carnival-of-curiosities/
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="Tiara Safic-Martin":MAILTO:tsmartin27@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Creative Book Club - E. H. Gombrich’s “Art and Illusion: A Study in the Psychology of Pictorial Representation”
DESCRIPTION:Book: Part I & Part II (Chapters 1 – 5) of E. H. Gombrich’s “Art and Illusion: A Study in the Psychology of Pictorial Representation”\nFacilitator: Marshall Carolus\nMeeting Date: Saturday\, October 10\, 10am-12pm\n(Drop-in\, set a reminder in Eventbrite) \n“Art and Illusion: A Study in the Psychology of Pictorial Representation” is a famous 1960 book by art historian Ernst Gombrich. It explores why art changes over time and how pictures create the illusion of reality. Gombrich uses psychology and science to show that artists do not just copy nature. They use a system of making and matching rules to trick the eye. \nWe’ll be discussing the first five chapters: \n\nPART ONE: THE LIMITS OF LIKENESS\n\n\nI. From Light into Paint\nII. Truth and the Stereotype\n\n\nPART TWO: FUNCTION AND FORM\n\n\nIII. Pygmalion’s Power\nIV. Reflections on the Greek Revolution\nV. Formula and Experience\n\n\n\nSet a Reminder \nThe Creative Book Club meets on select Saturday mornings at Del Ray Artisans gallery to discuss readings by a variety of authors. The club is open to all who are interested in keeping their creative muse flowing and connecting with other creative people. This is a free event; donations are appreciated. Del Ray Artisans is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. Future book selections will be announced on this website and in the Weekly eNews email in advance. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Marshall Carolus at marshallcarolus@aol.com. \n.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/book-club-oct-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marshall Carolus":MAILTO:marshallcarolus@aol.com
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SUMMARY:"$125 and Under" Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members\n$125 and Under\nExhibit Dates: November 6–29\, 2026\nDigital entry deadline: Saturday\, October 10\, 2026 by midnight\n“Study 18” by Dale Spivey\nDel Ray Artisans invites members to submit their best work priced at $125 or less for this popular cash-and-carry exhibit. All media and all themes are welcome. Plus this year there is no entry fee! \nThe exhibit is open only to Del Ray Artisans members. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/125-and-under-cfe-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
ORGANIZER;CN="Dale Spivey":MAILTO:vadesigner@me.com
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SUMMARY:2027 Wall Calendar Pre-order Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Order Now for a Discount!\nOrder Now  \nDel Ray Artisans’ 2027 Wall Calendar featuring artwork by Del Ray Artisans members is available for pre-order now at just $18/calendar. (Regular price $22/calendar.) \nThe pre-order discount price is only available until October 10. Pre-ordering the calendar helps our organization estimate how many calendars to order. If you pre-order\, you will be notified when the calendars arrive\, so you can come pick up your purchase. Calendars will arrive between October 20 – November 15\, 2026. \nThank you to our calendar sponsors: Daniela Spigai\, Realtor® / ADVISORY at Compass\, Let’s Meat on the Avenue\, Los Tios Grill\, Taqueria el Poblano\, The Zebra Press\, and McD Mateos Community Partners! \nOrder Now
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/2027-calendar-preorder-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Martinez%2C Assistant Office Manager":MAILTO:assistant@delrayartisans.org
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