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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: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 | View Upcoming Meetings
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/live-from-your-studio-2026-2/2026-10-18/
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:Mindful Acrylic Pour: A Creative Practice in Letting Go (Register by 10/14)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Yvette Trapani\nDate/Time: Sunday\, October 18\, 6-8pm\nCost: $45 Del Ray Artisans member / $55 Non-member; plus $20 supply fee\nClass size: 8-12 participants\n(Register by October 14.) \nIn this relaxing\, hands-on workshop\, participants will be introduced to mindfulness\, meditation\, & flow\, then invited to experience mindfulness through the flowing art of acrylic pour painting. As colors move and blend across the canvas\, the process invites you to slow down\, stay present with the flow\, and simply observe what unfolds. No artistic experience is needed. \nAll supplies will be provided. Participants will leave their paintings at Del Ray Artisans gallery to allow time for the paintings to set. Art pieces can be picked during gallery hours later that week (Thursday 12-6pm\, Friday 12-9pm\, Saturday 12-6pm\, and Sunday 12-6pm). \nRegister Now \n\nArtwork credit: Yvette Trapani \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/mindful-acrylic-pour-2026-10/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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