“The Big 3-0: 30th Anniversary” Call for Entry Deadline
2022-08-13 23:50 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Online
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans members only
The Big 3-0: Del Ray Artisans 30th Anniversary Members ShowcaseExhibit Dates: September 2 – October 1, 2022
Entry deadline extended to Saturday, August 13, 2022 by midnight
This is an open theme, members only, art exhibit in celebration of Del Ray Artisans’ 30th Anniversary. Make new art or enter three of your past favorites. In addition, please share a fond memory of an experience at Del Ray Artisans. Memories will be posted in the gallery during the exhibit.
If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans now and then enter.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork Credit: Detail of “The Big 3-0” by Dawn Wyse Hurto (Mixed media collage of members artwork)

2023 Wall Calendar Call for Entry Deadline
2022-08-21 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry (Open to Members Only)Del Ray Artisans’ 2023 Wall Calendar
Digital entries due Sunday, August 21, 2022
Members: Submit your best work to the 10th annual Del Ray Artisans’ wall calendar! All entries are to be received digitally, and no physical pieces of art will be collected. There is no entry fee, no theme, and work previously shown at Del Ray Artisans is acceptable. Your Del Ray Artisans membership must be up-to-date.
The Calendar Selection Committee will choose approximately 50-60 pieces of art from Del Ray Artisans members to be included in the 2023 Wall Calendar. This calendar is a fundraiser to benefit Del Ray Artisans, but also a fun way to show your support for our arts organization and share your talent with the community.
Entry Details & Form

“Return to Eating, Drinking, and Merriment” Ceramic Call for Entry Deadline
2022-09-05 23:50 - 23:59
National Ceramic Call for EntryOpen to All Artists within the United StatesReturn to Eating, Drinking, and MerrimentOctober 7–29, 2022
Digital entries due: Monday, September 5, 2022 by midnight
Entry Details & Form
In Ecclesiastes it is written that “there is nothing good for a man under the sun except to eat and to drink and to be merry.” This exhibit celebrates the way that food and drink brings people together and joy to our lives. Artwork should be inspired by food, real or metaphorical, that nourishes the viewer. Artists may also highlight the rituals and places that celebrate the social gathering around sustenance.
Return to Eating, Drinking, and Merriment is a hybrid show that combines a national ceramic show focused on drinking vessels with a regional non-ceramic two- and three-dimensional show that echoes these themes. This call for entry is for the National Ceramic Show portion of the exhibit.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: Pottery by juror Jeremy Wallace

“Return to Eating, Drinking, and Merriment” Non-ceramic Call for Entry Deadline
2022-09-11 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry for Non-Ceramic Art Open to Regional Artists Return to Eating, Drinking, and Merriment October 7–29, 2022
Digital entries due: Sunday, September 11, 2022 by midnight
Entry Details & Form
In Ecclesiastes it is written that “there is nothing good for a man under the sun except to eat and to drink and to be merry.” This exhibit celebrates the way that food and drink brings people together and joy to our lives. Artwork should be inspired by food, real or metaphorical, that nourishes the viewer. Artists may also highlight the rituals and places that celebrate the social gathering around sustenance.
Return to Eating, Drinking, and Merriment is a hybrid show that combines a national ceramic show focused on drinking vessels with a regional non-ceramic two- and three-dimensional show that echoes these themes. This call for entry is for the regional non-ceramic exhibit portion of the exhibit.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: “Eat, Drink, and Be Merry” (Photograph by Sam Lally, featuring pottery by Stephen Lally)

“Playful Creatures” GWW Call for Entry Deadline
2022-09-11 23:50 - 23:59
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Playful Creatures at VCA Alexandria Animal HospitalSeptember 26, 2022 – January 21, 2023
Deadline extended to Sunday, September 11, 2022 by midnight
Seeking artworks that show creatures being lively, spirited, frisky, impish, rollicking, and good natured. The art may be whimsical, imaginative, homespun, or conventional. The art may feature your favorite pet, something wild, or something mythical.
Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now); 2-dimensional works only. No entry fee; pieces previously shown are welcome.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: “Good Vibrations” by Holly Fries

Holiday Market 2022 Call for Artists Deadline
2022-09-18 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Regional Artists
Del Ray Artisans Holiday MarketFirst 3 Weekends in December 2022
Application deadline: Sunday, September 18, 2022 by midnight
Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans’ 27th annual Holiday Market to be held each weekend from December 2-18, 2022 are now open. Different artists from a variety of media categories will be selected for each weekend. Artists who apply by the deadline will be notified of acceptance by September 25. Del Ray Artisans members and non-members are eligible, so apply now! Members receive priority and a discount.
All work sold at the Holiday Market must be handmade by the artist selling the work and originals need to have been made within the last 3 years. Reproductions are acceptable as long as the original was made by the artist within the last 3 years.
Be sure that you read the Covid section and if you have any questions, please ask one of the coordinators.
Application Details & Form

Alcove Gift Shop Call for Artists Deadline
2022-09-18 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
Alcove Gift Shop October 7 – November 27, 2022
Application deadline: Sunday, September 18, 2022 by midnight
Application Details & Form
Del Ray Artisans has established the Alcove as a gift shop within the gallery, where members may display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D work will be available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items.
The work will be displayed for two months, and as pieces are sold they can be replaced with similar work for no additional fee. This opportunity is independent of the monthly exhibits and is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans now to enter.
Application Details & Form

Holiday Market 2022 Call for Artists (Apply ASAP)
2022-09-30 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Regional Artists
Del Ray Artisans Holiday MarketFirst 3 Weekends in December 2022
Applications for a limited number of openings and the wait list are still being accepted. Apply ASAP.
Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans’ 27th annual Holiday Market to be held each weekend from December 2-18, 2022 are now open. Different artists from a variety of media categories will be selected for each weekend. Artists who apply by the original deadline (September 18) will be notified of acceptance by September 25. Del Ray Artisans members and non-members are eligible, so apply now! Members receive priority and a discount.
All work sold at the Holiday Market must be handmade by the artist selling the work and originals need to have been made within the last 3 years. Reproductions are acceptable as long as the original was made by the artist within the last 3 years.
Be sure that you read the Covid section and if you have any questions, please ask one of the coordinators.
Application Details & Form

“$100 & Under” Call for Entry Deadline
2022-10-10 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans members only$100 & UnderExhibit Dates: November 4-27, 2022
Digital entry deadline: Monday, October 10, 2022 by midnight
Del Ray Artisans invites members to submit up to 4 artworks priced at $100 or less. All media and all themes are welcome. The art will be sold on an art-to-go basis, with buyers taking art home when purchased.
The $100 & Under call for entry is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans and then enter.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: “I feel like a hundred bucks” by Dale Spivey

“Local Artisan Showcase” GWW Call for Entry Deadline
2022-10-30 23:50 - 23:59
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Local Artisan Showcase 2022-2023 at VCA Alexandria Animal HospitalNovember 21, 2022 – November 11, 2023
Digital entries due: Sunday, October 30, 2022 by midnight
This is a year-long Gallery Without Walls exhibit at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital that will showcase Del Ray Artisans members artwork in the hospital exam rooms. Most subjects are welcome, with pieces featuring animals preferred. Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now). No entry fee; 2-dimensional works only.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: “Coy Koi” by Linda Lowery

“Local Artisan Showcase” GWW Call for Entry Deadline
2022-11-06 23:50 - 23:59
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Local Artisan Showcase 2022-2023 at VCA Alexandria Animal HospitalNovember 21, 2022 – November 11, 2023
Entry deadline extended to Sunday, November 6, 2022 by midnight
This is a year-long Gallery Without Walls exhibit at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital that will showcase Del Ray Artisans members artwork in the hospital exam rooms. Most subjects are welcome, with pieces featuring animals preferred. Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now). No entry fee; 2-dimensional works only.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: “Coy Koi” by Linda Lowery

Alcove Gift Shop Call for Artists Deadline
2022-12-11 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
Alcove Gift Shop January 6 – February 25, 2023
Application deadline: Sunday, December 11, 2022 by midnight
Application Details & Form
Del Ray Artisans has established the Alcove as a gift shop within the gallery, where members who apply and are accepted display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items.
The work will be displayed for two months, and as pieces are sold they can be replaced with similar work for no additional fee. This opportunity is independent of the monthly exhibits and is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans now to enter.
Application Details & Form

“Putting A Face To A Name” Call for Entry Deadline
2022-12-18 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artistsPutting A Face To A NameExhibit Dates: January 6–28, 2023
Entry deadline extended to Sunday, December 18, 2022 by midnight
Reimagine your favorite fictional character. Mr. Darcy as a robot? Daenerys Targaryen as a Smurf? Scarlett O’Hara as a Vampire? Hannibal Lecter as a Disney Princess? Nothing is too outrageous! Artists may also select characters from folklore and fairy tales, such as King Arthur or Rapunzel. This exhibit is open to all mediums. Use your imagination and have fun with your creations.
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: “Puck” by Zade Ramsey

“The Unseen” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-01-10 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists
The Unseen
Exhibit Dates: February 3–25, 2023
Digital entry deadline: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 by midnight
Artists are invited to explore the hidden, under the surface, microscopic, imagined, or dreamt that make life so much richer. Only bound by your imagination, the curator hopes all artists will take us to places only they have been…in their minds, their dreams, their dives, their experiments, their hopes, and their fears. The juror is renowned scientist and artist Michal Gavish.
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: Detail of “The Forbidden Garden” by Betsy Mead

“Hygge” GWW Call for Entry Deadline
2023-01-15 23:50 - 23:59
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Hygge at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
January 30 – April 1, 2023
Entry deadline extended to Sunday, January 15, 2023 by midnight
“Hygge” is a word in Danish and Norwegian that describes a mood of coziness and “comfortable conviviality” with feelings of wellness and contentment. Think hugging a loved one, snuggling with your pet, roasting marshmallows, reading a book, doing yoga—whatever brings you contentment. This mood may also be expressed in the abstract.
Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now); 2-dimensional works only. No entry fee; pieces previously shown are welcome.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “Ute, The Queen of Springhill Drive is In” by Ellen Rosenthal

Alcove Gift Shop Call for Artists Deadline
2023-02-12 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
Alcove Gift Shop
March 3 – April 29, 2023
Application deadline: Sunday, February 12, 2023 by midnight
Del Ray Artisans has established the Alcove as a gift shop within the gallery, where members who apply and are accepted display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items.
The work will be displayed for two months, and as pieces are sold they can be replaced with similar work for no additional fee. This opportunity is independent of the monthly exhibits and is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans now to enter.
Application Details & Form

“Fun With One” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-02-15 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
Fun With One
Exhibit Dates: March 3–April 1, 2023
Digital entry deadline extended to Wednesday, February 15, 2023 by midnight
Del Ray Artisans invites members to have fun with one color—to create monochromatically. Choose a color (any color) and create using just this one color, altered if you like with white and/or black, or with the color’s opposite on the color wheel. Not limited to just one color of red, for instance, but could include Red, Pink, Scarlet, and Dragon’s Blood. Have fun exploring your color’s rich variety. The artist awards will be juried by Robin Croft.
This call for entry is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans and then enter.
Entry Details & Form
Artwork credit: Detail of “Mt Gamboge” by Rusty Lynn

“A Tale of Two Studios” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-03-15 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members & Art Enables Artists
A Tale of Two Studios
Exhibit Dates: April 7–29, 2023
Digital entry deadline extended to Wednesday, March 15, 2023 by midnight
Del Ray Artisans members are invited to submit up to three (3) art pieces that best present their personal artistic style, medium, or subject matter. If members wish to create new 2D and 3D work(s) around the theme of ‘disability,’ ‘outsider,’ ‘progressive studios’ they are encouraged to do so. To learn more about the value of outsider art, read this blog article.
This call for entry is only open to Del Ray Artisans members and Art Enables artists. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans and then enter.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “The Teleportal from Art Enables to Del Ray Artisans” by Shawn Payne, Art Enables

Spring Art Market Applications Due
2023-03-26 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists
Del Ray Artisans’ Spring Art Market
Application deadline: Sunday, March 26, 2023 by midnight
Join Del Ray Artisans in its tradition of outdoor art markets and sell your original handmade artwork to the local community. This is an outdoor, family-friendly, rain-or-shine event in Colasanto Park, adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery, on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10am to 4pm.
Details and Application

“Prints in May @ DRA” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-04-10 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists & high school students
Prints in May @ DRA: Exploring the Possibilities
Exhibit Dates: May 5–27, 2023
Digital entry deadline: Monday, April 10, 2023 by midnight
Explore the possibilities of printmaking and imprinting! Enter traditional prints (e.g. block prints, intaglio prints, monoprints, collagraphs, and silkscreens), prints enhanced with mixed media, or prints repurposed in any way. Equally welcome are stamped metal jewelry, ceramic objects with imprinted designs, hand printed fabrics, and original digital art (but please, no AI generated work).
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee. Free entry for high school students.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit, clockwise from upper left: “Block printed Bandanas” by Meredith D’Amore; “It’s a Beautiful Day” by Meredith D’Amore; “Crinkles” by Eileen O’Brien; “Sometimes I Dream” by Gordon Frank; “Covered Ceramic Vessel” by Petra Roth; “Book Time” by Ellen Rosenthal

“Celebration” GWW Call for Entry Deadline
2023-04-14 23:50 - 23:59
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Celebration at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
May 1 – September 9, 2023
Entry deadline extended to Friday, April 14, 2023 by midnight
“Celebration” is the action of marking one’s pleasure at an important event or occasion by engaging in enjoyable, typically festive and social, activity. Spring and summer bring so many opportunities to celebrate—such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Fourth of July, wedding season, and family barbecues! Show us your 2D art of your favorite celebration or abstract the celebratory mood.
Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now); 2-dimensional works only. No entry fee; pieces previously shown are welcome.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “Celebrate!” by Ellen F. Rosenthal

Alcove Gift Shop Call for Artists Deadline
2023-04-16 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
Alcove Gift Shop
May 5 – June 25, 2023
Application deadline: Sunday, April 16, 2023 by midnight

Del Ray Artisans’ Alcove is a gift shop within the gallery, where members (who apply and are accepted) display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items.
The work will be displayed for two months, and as pieces are sold they can be replaced with similar work for no additional fee. This opportunity is independent of the monthly exhibits and is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans now to enter.
Application Details & Form

“American Patchwork” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-05-14 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists
American Patchwork
Exhibit Dates: June 2–25, 2023
Digital entry deadline extended to Sunday, May 14, 2023 by midnight
The United States is a patchwork of 50 states with beautiful beaches and majestic mountains, bustling cities and quiet towns, pastoral ranches and farms, vast natural beauty and amazing technology, and so much more. This exhibit is focused on highlighting the diversity of cultures, landscapes, and artistic styles that make up the American experience. Open to all mediums, especially interested in textiles, mosaics, and photography—anything that captures the patchwork spirit of the United States and her people.
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “American Patchwork #1” by TJ Feeley

Summer Art Market Applications Due
2023-06-11 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists
Del Ray Artisans’ Summer Art Market
Application deadline: Sunday, June 11, 2023 by midnight
Apply now for our indoor Summer Art Market! Different artists will be selected for each market day (Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9 from 10am-4pm). Seeking a range of media including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, and more.
Details and Application

“Treasures of the DMV” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-07-10 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists
Treasures of the DMV
Exhibit Dates: August 4–26, 2023
Digital entry deadline: Monday, July 10, 2023 by midnight
Explore DC, Maryland, and/or Virginia—both the famous and the overlooked, natural and abstract—from the artist’s perspective. Such images may be real or imagined, creating a sense of place and time in our modern world of shifting meanings, through painting, fiber, sculpture, multimedia, and photography, using stark black and white, or vivid colors, or collage. Monuments, architecture, museums, and natural wonders, including flora and fauna, our parks, rivers, and shores, are among the contemplated subjects which are endemic to our region.
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “TREASURES OF THE DMV” by Ronald Reel

2024 Art Exhibit Call for Proposals Deadline
2023-07-15 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Proposals
2024 Art Exhibits at Del Ray Artisans
Proposal Deadline: Saturday, July 15, 2022 by midnight
Del Ray Artisans is seeking exhibit proposals for next year’s calendar. Del Ray Artisans strives to offer exhibits that reach a broad and diverse audience, encourage artistic development, and represent a wide variety of art forms. Experienced and first time curators welcome!
The Exhibit Selection Committee will review all proposals and make recommendations to the Board for final approval.
Proposal Form
Photograph of “The Art of Nature” exhibit at Del Ray Artisans, May 2021

Alcove Gift Shop Call for Artists Deadline
2023-07-17 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
Alcove Gift Shop
August 4 – September 30, 2023
Application deadline: Monday, July 17, 2023 by midnight

Del Ray Artisans’ Alcove is a gift shop within the gallery, where members (who apply and are accepted) display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available in bins alongside jewelry, fiber art, wood craft, ceramics, and other smaller 3-D items.
The work will be displayed for two months, and as pieces are sold they can be replaced with similar work for no additional fee. This opportunity is independent of the monthly exhibits and is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member, you may join Del Ray Artisans now to enter.
Application Details & Form

“Farther Afield” Call for Entry Deadline
2023-08-10 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists
Farther Afield
Exhibit Dates: September 1–30, 2023
Digital entry deadline: Thursday, August 10, 2023 by midnight
Take us on a trip to experience sights far and wide through your eyes and experience (real or wishful). Depict a scene from a day trip or from halfway across the world—the distance is up to you! Looking forward to experiencing new cities, states, countries, and continents through your art. All media are welcome.
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “Jardin des Plantes, Paris” by Alexandra Schmeling

HalloWEIRD Art Market Applications Due
2023-08-13 23:50 - 23:59
Call for Artists
Del Ray Artisans’ HalloWEIRD Art Market
Application deadline extended to Sunday, August 13, 2023 by midnight
Apply now for the 2nd annual HalloWEIRD outdoor art market centered around the theme: Halloween. Showcase your spooky, creepy, crawly, disturbing, goth pieces or focus on the upbeat, fun side of the season (costumes, hot cider, hay rides, autumn colors, etc). This is an outdoor, family-friendly, rain-or-shine event in Colasanto Park, adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery, on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10am to 4pm.
Details and Application

“12 Elements of Nature” GWW Call for Entry Deadline
2023-08-27 23:50 - 23:59
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
12 Elements of Nature at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
September 18, 2023 – January 27, 2024
Entry deadline: Sunday, August 27, 2023 by midnight
Most of us are aware of the four classics elements of nature: Earth, Water, Wind, and Fire. Did you know there are eight other elements “used to simplify the complexity of nature”? We invite artists to explore all 12 elements of nature: Earth, Water, Wind, Fire, as well as Thunder, Ice, Force, Time, Flower, Shadow, Light, and Moon. Utilize one, or more, to create 2D works of nature themed art.
Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now); 2-dimensional works only. No entry fee; pieces previously shown are welcome.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: Detail of “Water Hues” by Eileen M. O’Brien
