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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:Painting With Natural Pigments (Register by 10/21)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Alexandra Marshall\nDate/Time: Sunday\, October 25\, 10am – 12 noon\nCost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus a $5 Supply Fee\nClass size: 2-15 participants\n(Register  by October 21) \nPrepare yourself for a morning of inspiration\, creation\, and connection to the natural roots of Texcoco lake. In this workshop\, we’ll learn how to paint with nature\, using pigments from spirulina and other natural resources that come from the ancient lake Texcoco. \nExperiment with new artistic forms\, find inspiration in nature\, and learn a bit about the rich history of the unique ecosystem at lake Texcoco (who knew that they have harvested spirulina there since the times of the Aztecs??) \nAll supplies are included in the supplies fee. Students may bring their own paintbrushes or canvases if they wish. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/painting-with-natural-pigments/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Member Meeting & 2027 Board of Directors Election
DESCRIPTION:2026 Annual Member Meeting & 2027 Board of Directors Election\nSunday\, October 25\, 6-8pm\nAll members are invited to attend the 2026 Annual Meeting on Sunday\, October 25 from 6-8pm at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Del Ray Artisans President Dawn Wyse Hurto will present a special message about the organization; the membership will vote on the slate (info below) to elect the 2027 Board of Directors; and the 2027 schedule of exhibits and programs will be announced. \nA light meal and beverages will be provided.  To contribute a side or dessert to share (thank you!)\, please email Kara Macek at membership@delrayartisans.org. \n\n2027 Board of Directors Slate\nHere is the slate of nominees for Del Ray Artisans’ 2027 Board of Directors:\nTBD \n\nIf you are considering running for a  position\, please email the Nominating Committee at Nominations@DelRayArtisans.org. The 2027 Board will begin its one-year term on January 1\, 2027. \n\n\nVote at the Meeting or by Proxy\nAt the Annual Meeting\, each member in Good Standing (renew your membership if it has expired) is entitled to one vote in person or by proxy on any matter brought before the membership at any meeting at which quorum has been established. Actions shall pass if they carry a simple majority of the votes cast. (Review the bylaws.) \nA member in Good Standing may appoint a proxy to vote for them by filling out the Appointment of Proxy Form. The proxy shall expire at the end of the 2026 Annual Meeting (October 25\, 2026). Proxy forms shall not count towards establishing a quorum. Proxy forms must be received before 6pm on Saturday\, October 24\, 2026. Proxy forms will be emailed to the membership in advance. \n \nIn person votes will be cast at the Annual Meeting on Sunday\, October 25\, 2026 between 6-8pm. \n\nPhoto: Blast from the Past – President Michele Reday Cook addresses the membership at the 2013 Annual Meeting.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/2026-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Macek%2C Membership Director":MAILTO:Membership@DelRayArtisans.org
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