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SUMMARY:Sing Me a Sea Shanty at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Sing Me a Sea Shanty Art Exhibit\nMay 30 – June 29\, 2025\nReception: Friday\, June 6 from 7–9pm\n“Boats & Ropes – Old Port\, Portland Maine” by Tiara Safic-Martin\nPhoto Album \nCome explore a treasure trove of artwork capturing the beauty of the ocean\, the maritime mind-set\, and the ever-lasting nautical spirit during the Sing Me a Sea Shanty art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. From lighthouses and stormy seas\, to portside pubs and fishing lures\, get lost in a pirate’s plunder of creativity. Who knows\, you might even come upon a sea monster or two! \nJoin us for the exhibit reception on Friday\, June 6 between 7-9pm to meet curators Tiara Safic-Martin and TJ Feeley and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nThe Sing Me a Sea Shanty art exhibit runs from May 30 – June 29\, 2025 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 (hours differ in July). \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 curators Tiara Safic-Martin at tsmartin27@outlook.com and TJ Feeley at tjfeeley@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/sea-shanty/
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="TJ Feeley":MAILTO:tjfeeley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
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SUMMARY:Alexandria City High School 2025 Titan Student Art Exhibition at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Alexandria City High School 2025 Titan Student Art Exhibition\nMay 2–24\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2 from 7–9pm\nPhoto Album \nEver wished you’d seen Picasso before he became famous? Or was the one to discover Renoir? The trick is to check out the artistry all around you. The Alexandria City High School (ACHS) Titan Student Art Exhibition at Del Ray Artisans gallery shines a spotlight on our city’s flourishing young artists. Stop by to support Alexandria City High School’s best of the best. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Fri.\, May 2\, 2025 between 7-9 p.m. to meet the curators: Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Programs Director (Sandra Alami)\, ACHS Visual Art Department teachers (Hannah Brownell\, Tabitha Eller\, Anna Huerta\, Pamela Johnson\, Victoria Krieger\, Lauren Pierson\, and Marisa St. Louis)\, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) teachers (Maria Ivanova and Taylor Welch)\, as well as some of the artists. Mark your calendar or set a reminder through Eventbrite at achs-2025-titan-art.eventbrite.com. \nThe reception will feature chamber music performances led by ACHS Performing Arts teacher Kevin Pace\, including a string quartet\, jazz trio\, and vocal quartet. The ACHS National Art Honor Society will sell handmade items to fundraise for the ACHS Visual Art Department\, and we will have student artists available for henna tattoos. Refreshments will be provided by Del Ray Artisans and McD Mateos McDonald’s. \nThank you to professional artists Bridget Anthony-Hlioui\, Haven Ashley\, Tara Barr\, and Ted Reed for jurying the artwork award winners\, who will be announced at the reception. Special shoutout to the Executive Principal of ACHS\, Alexander Duncan\, III\, and Campus Administrator Ashley Carter Sinclair for selecting artwork award winners for the ACHS Administrator Choice Awards\, who will also be announced at the reception. We would like to recognize the students Rozalia Finkelstein for assisting with the press release and Nyasha Stork and Redeate Gashaw for designing the exhibition showcard. Thank you to all of the above-mentioned and everyone who participated and contributed to the exhibition’s success featuring the work of our city’s talented students. \nDon’t miss Del Ray Artisans’ creative programs during the exhibition: \n\nFirst Thursday family-friendly activity and exhibit sneak peek – Thurs.\, May 1\, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (drop-in)\nSpring Art Market – Sat.\, May 10\, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (drop-in\, outdoors)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers at St Elmo’s in Del Ray – Sun.\, May 11\, 1-3pm (drop-in)\nIntroduction to Intuitive Collage Workshop – Sat.\, May 17\, 10 a.m.-noon (register in advance)\nSTEAM-tastic: Have a Voice – Poster for the Planet – Sun.\, May 18\, 9-10:30 a.m. (participants ages 6-10 years old) and 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (participants ages 11-17 years old)\nPartners in Art Evening – Wed.\, May 21\, 7-9 p.m. (RSVP)\n\nMade possible with support from the City of Alexandria\nThe Alexandria City High School 2025 Titan Student Art Exhibition runs May 2-24\, 2025 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are First Thursday (April-Sept.) noon-9 p.m.\, Thurs. noon-6 p.m.\, Fri. noon-9 p.m.\, Sat. noon-6 p.m.\, and Sun. noon-6 p.m. (closed on May 25). \nThe student exhibition is made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY25 Arts Program Grant and a generous donation from Genesis Inspiration Foundation. The gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. For more information\, contact the Director of Youth Programs Sandra Alami at youth@delrayartisans.org and Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\nAlexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) serves more than 16\,300 students who hail from more than 118 countries and speak 127 languages. ACPS has 18 schools\, including two middle schools\, two K-8 schools\, one pre-K school and the internationally recognized Alexandria City High School. ACPS is committed to putting racial equity at the heart of all decisions and ensuring that each and every student succeeds. Visit www.acps.k12.va.us. \nDel Ray Artisans\, founded in 1992\, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. Del Ray Artisans (DRA) appreciates the continued support from the City of Alexandria\, Alexandria Commission for the Arts\, Virginia Commission for the Arts\, and National Endowment for the Arts. DRA is a 501(c)(3) organization.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/achs-exhibit-2025/
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="Sandra Alami%2C Director of Youth Programs":MAILTO:Youth@DelRayArtisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (3/7 - 4/26/2025)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs March 7 – April 26\, 2025. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (closed on March 2\, March 30 and April 27). \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-mar-apr-2025/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
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SUMMARY:Synchronous at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Synchronous Art Exhibit\nApril 4–26\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, April 4 from 7–9pm\n“Synchronous Humanity” by Morgan Parr\nThe Synchronous art exhibit features creative work by Del Ray Artisans’ top 100 volunteers. These members help make Del Ray Artisans a thriving organization that fosters community and acceptance\, promotes authentic expression\, and encourages artistic creations. Come celebrate the dedication of our volunteers and enjoy their artwork. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, April 4 between 7-9pm to meet curator and Volunteers Director Morgan Parr and the artists. Mark your calendar or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nDel Ray Artisans members who donated the most volunteer hours from January 2023 through December 2024 were invited to enter pieces. A big thank you to the exceptional volunteers (alphabetized by first name) who qualified for the exhibit: Aaron Fletchersmith\, Alexandra Schmeling\, Alyssa Pease\, Amanda Fletchersmith\, Amy Castine\, Amy Kitchin Hower\, Ann Cameron Siegal\, Annemarie Kuhns\, Ariane D’Souza\, Barbara Cooper\, Barbara Smith\, Betsy Lederer\, Bhavani Arabandi\, Bill Cabrera\, Brando Gould\, Bridget Anthony-Hlioui\, Brooke Johnson\, Camille Kouyoumdjian\, Christian Melgar\, Chuck Dervarics\, Courtney Pippin-Mathur\, Cynthia Schoeppel\, Dale Spivey\, Dan Witmeyer\, Danielle Chan\, Dawn Wyse Hurto\, Diana Papazian\, Dina Wise\, Ditas Katague\, Donna Gallo\, Ellen Kozicki\, Ellen Rosenthal\, Erica Hughes\, Gale Goldfarb\, Gordon Thomas Frank\, Guy Jones\, Jana Bertucci\, Jenny Nicholson\, Joan Bickelhaupt\, Joshua Oliveira-Martin\, Joyce Wagner\, Karen Feeley\, Karen Schmitz\, Kate Gibney\, Katherine Rand\, Kathryn Brown\, Kazuko Fuller\, KC Hodge\, Kellie Sansone\, Kelly M. MacConomy\, Kelly Postula\, Kelly Snyder\, Kevin Sherlock\, Kitty Russell\, Kurt Peterson\, Lesley Hall\, Linda Elliff\, Liz Martinez\, Liz Vance\, Lori Fredricks\, Lori Welch Brown\, Lynn Chadwick\, Margaret Slipek\, Maria Hart\, Marshall Carolus\, Mary Pike\, Maxine Cholmondeley\, Meredith D’Amore\, Michele Reday Cook\, Mila Mateu\, Morgan Parr\, Nancy Flores\, Nancy Galib\, Nicole Mahoney\, Pamela Day\, Peter Michaels\, Pinar Artuk-Boegel\, Rita Cohen\, Rita Schooley\, Robin Hunter Reid\, Robin Ludt\, Robyn Seaton McGarry\, Rod Whyte\, Ron Reel\, Rusty Lynn\, Sandra Alami\, Scott MacConomy\, Sean Crumley\, Stephanie Darlene Greenwald\, Stephen Lally\, Sue Shumate\, Sue Stone-Walls\, Susan Fitter Harris\, Suzan Ok Shumate\, Suzanne Tillman\, Thom Lowther\, Tiara Safic-Martin\, TJ Feeley\, and Tracy Wilkerson. \nThe Synchronous art exhibit runs from April 4–26\, 2025 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 April 27). \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 curator Morgan Parr at volunteers@delrayartisans.org or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/synchronous/
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="Morgan Parr%2C Director of Volunteers":MAILTO:volunteers@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250330
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SUMMARY:Fairy Tales Around the World at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Fairy Tales Around the World Art Exhibit\nMarch 7–29\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, March 7 from 7–9pm\n“Tiny Travels” by Courtney Pippin-Mathur\nRemember your favorite stories as a child? The faraway lands\, perilous journeys with magical characters and fantastic creatures? The Fairy Tales Around the World art exhibit celebrates the stories and fables that shaped us\, from local legends to distant tales\, from mythical beasts to heroes\, villains and everyone in between. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, March 7 between 7-9pm to meet curator Courtney Pippin-Mathur and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nRegister now for creative workshops held in conjunction with this exhibit: \n\nDraw your Fairy Home in the Forest (for children ages 6-12 years old) on Saturday\, March 8\, 10am-12pm\nCreate a unique 3-D Paper Maché Fairy Tale Character (for teens 16+ years old and adults) on Fridays\, March 14 and March 21\, 6pm-9pm\nCraft a fairy tale inspired Paper Maché Wall Hanging (for children ages 9-15 years old) on Saturdays\, March 22 & March 29\, 10am-1pm\n\nThe Fairy Tales Around the World art exhibit runs from March 7–29\, 2025 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 March 30). \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 curator Courtney Pippin-Mathur at courtney@pippinmathur.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/fairy-tales/
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="Courtney Pippin-Mathur":MAILTO:courtney@pippinmathur.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20241025T142437Z
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (1/3 - 3/1/2025)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs January 3 – March 1\, 2025. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (closed on February 2 and March 2). \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-jan-feb-2025/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20241025T141624Z
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SUMMARY:MeWOW: Fabulous Felines at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:MeWOW: Fabulous Felines Art Exhibit\nFebruary 7 – March 1\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, February 7 from 7–9pm\n“Birthday Happys” by Guy Jones\n“Lions and Tigers and Tabbies! Oh Meow!” \nLocal artists let their creative cat out of the bag in a diverse array of mediums for the purr-fectly paw-some MeWOW: Fabulous Felines exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Come see the exhibit to marvel at the power and fascination of cat imagery in art. These furry\, mysterious\, independent\, beautiful felines have inundated history\, mythology\, literature\, advertising\, cinema\, pop culture and pet owners for centuries. \nCome see artwork celebrating the slinky beauty and mysterious world of cats. Join us for the opening reception on Friday\, February 7 between 7-9pm to meet the curators Karen Schmitz and Dan Witmeyer. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite at mewow.eventbrite.com. \nTo add to the MeWOW experience\, browse the clowder of handmade kitty greeting cards at the gallery with affordable prices that benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Plus pounce on these creative workshops and programs during the exhibit: \n\nPop Art Cats for Kids Workshop on Saturday\, February 8\, 10am-12pm (register in advance)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray on Sunday\, February 9\, 1-3pm\nPlaying with Resin Workshop on Monday\, February 10\, 6-9pm (register in advance)\nSTEAM-tastic: Mandalas and Meows on Sunday\, February 16\, 9-10:30am (Ages 6-10) and 10:30am-noon (Ages 10-15)\nFigure Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays\, February 18 and 25\, 7-9pm\nPartners in Art Evening on Wednesday\, February 19\, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)\nNature Journaling Club on Saturday\, February 22\, 10am-12pm\nIntro to Mindful Photography Workshop on Saturday\, February 22\, 1-5pm (register in advance)\nVisit delrayartisans.org/programs for additions and updates\n\nThe MeWOW: Fabulous Felines art exhibit runs from February 7 – March 1\, 2025 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 March 2\, 2025). \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 curators Karen Schmitz at kschmitzart@gmail.com and Dan Witmeyer at dan@witmeyer.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/mewow/
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="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
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SUMMARY:Visual Humor at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Visual Humor Art Exhibit\nJanuary 3 – February 1\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, January 3 from 7–9pm\nHumor is aesthetic to the extent that it arouses the viewers’ imagination\, provides them with insights about human existence\, and provokes them to think more critically and creatively. -M. Gordon 2012 \nThe joy found in comedy delights all. Visual Humor\, a lighthearted exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery\, offered artists the opportunity to provoke their own creativity in search of a chuckle. Visual Humor explores not only how ideas or objects are comical\, but also what properties of a joke give it wings. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, January 3 between 7-9pm to meet curator Dr. Erica Hughes and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nPlus save the date for our Open Mic: Amateur Stand-Up Comedy Night on Friday\, January 10\, 8-10pm. Come on your own or with friends to this entertaining drop-in event. Interested in performing? Overcome stage fright and get feedback on your worst puns! To participate\, sign up for a two-minute slot\, unleash your comedy\, and present your best material to a supportive audience. \nRegister now for creative workshops held in conjunction with this exhibit: \n\nKnit Amigurumi Workshop on Mondays\, January 13 and 20\, 6:30-8:30pm\nCrochet Amigurumi Workshop on Wednesdays\, January 15 and 22\, 6:30-8:30pm\nSilly Suds: Humorous Soapmaking Workshop on Saturday\, January 18\, 9am-12pm\nBeaded Flying Pig Class on Sunday\, January 19\, 6-9pm\n\nFor details on all upcoming creative programs\, visit DelRayArtisans.org/programs. \nThe Visual Humor art exhibit runs from January 3 – February 1\, 2025 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 2). \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 curator Dr. Erica Hughes at zarathustraspeaks@msn.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n \n\nImage credit: Art by Brando\, Postcard Design by Gordon Frank
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/visual-humor/
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="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241223
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
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SUMMARY:Holiday Market 2024 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans’ 29th Annual Fine Art & Fine Craft Holiday Market\nDecember 6–22\, 2024:\nFridays 6-9pm\, Saturdays 9am-5pm\, Sundays 11am-5pm\nJoin us for the 29th Annual Fine Art & Fine Craft Holiday Market! The holiday market is open for the first three weekends in December (Dec 6-8\, Dec 13-15\, and Dec 20-22). \nThe market offers unique handmade fine arts and fine crafts from local artists presenting a variety of media\, including fiber/textiles\, glass\, jewelry\, mixed media\, polymer clay\, ornaments\, mosaics\, painting\, prints\, paper crafting\, photography\, pottery/ceramics\, sculpture\, watercolor\, wood\, and more. Different artists are featured each weekend! In addition\, 2025 wall calendars featuring art by Del Ray Artisans members will be available for purchase with proceeds supporting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit. \nHoliday market hours are Fridays 6-9pm\, Saturdays 9am-5pm\, and Sundays 11am-5pm. The market is at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nDuring the holiday market\, Del Ray Artisans will also be collecting donations of new or like new art supplies for artists in Madison County NC impacted by Hurricane Helene. Drop off donations during market hours. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public and accessible. For more information\, contact the Holiday Market Coordinators: Steve Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com)\, Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com)\, and Amy Kitchin Hower (alkitchin.dc@gmail.com).\n. \nWeekend 1 (Dec 6-8)\nArtists include: \n\nCarolyn Barone\, Must Haves…Designs by Carolyn\nMaxine Cholmondeley\, Max’s Mixtures Candles & Soaps\nRita Cohen\nGretchen D’Amore\, gdamore Fine Art\nPatty Figliola\, Aisling MagickArt\nLori Fredricks\nLesley Hall\, Ruthless Art\nRobin Hunter-Reid\, Moxie & Magic\nThomas Johnson\, Infinite Variations Pottery\nStephen Lally Pottery\nMegan Levanduski\, Megan Elaine Designs\nRaven\, Crafty Colanah\nCynthia Schoeppel\nAnn Cameron Siegal\nKathy Stoner\nPatrick Zickler\, TreeUnions\n\n. \nWeekend 2 (Dec 13-15)\nArtists include: \n\nGina Adams\, Gina Finding Beauty\nVictoria Barnes Photography\nNorma Brooks\, njb Basket of Jewels\nMarcel Artes Deolazo\nTimothy Duncan Ceramics\nRoz Jacobs\, Rozzie Jewelry\nDitas Katague\, Ditas Artworks & Yoga\nNancy Kline Art\nMaria Loving\, Horrible Darlings\nLiz Martinez\nBel Montenegro\, Bel’s Productions\nPatti North\, All Fired Up!\nMary Pike\, Recycled Bag Lady\nTracy Wilkerson\, Recycled Works\nMadeline Ramsey\, Unique Stained Glass\nJennifer Van Pernis\, Distinctive Fabrications\nChristine Vinh\, StitchesnQuilts\n\n. \nWeekend 3 (Dec 20-22)\nArtists include: \n\nCourtney Arnold\, Lola Earnestine\nKen Beerbohm Sculptures\nLynn Chadwick Design\nEd Colahan Pottery\nEvelyn Rose Cook\nFin Jullien\, FinFurFeathers\nAudrey Kremer\, AudreyK-Designs\nLaine\, Lainemindinventions\nSusan Lefler Studios\nDiana Manchak\, designsinclay\nMiyoung Obenschain\, Purple Cardinal Arts LLC\nDiana Papazian\, Papazian Design LLC\nSusan Pawlukiewicz\nKarine Sapondjian\nJoyce Wagner\, Reinvented Elegance\nTamara Wilkerson\, WiRealm by Tamara\n\n.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/holiday-market-2024/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery,Market
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20240102T145817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T142501Z
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (10/4 - 12/1/2024)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs October 4 – December 1\, 2024. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. The gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (typically closed the last Sunday of the month\, but will be open November 24). The gallery is closed on Thanksgiving Day and has different hours for the 29th annual Holiday Market (December 6-22\, 2024). \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-oct-nov-2024/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20231127T214949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T163132Z
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SUMMARY:$100 and Under at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:$100 and Under Art Exhibit\nNovember 1 – December 1\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, November 1 from 7–9pm\nThis November Del Ray Artisans is bringing back our popular $100 and Under exhibit concept from 2015\, 2017\, 2019\, and 2022 showcasing members’ original artwork\, all priced at $100 and under. The art will be sold on an art-to-go basis\, with buyers taking art home when purchased during the exhibit from November 1 – December 1\, 2024. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, November 1 between 7-9pm to meet curators Dale Spivey and Kurt Peterson and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nAll workshops in November are priced at $100 or less\, and some programs are free! For information on programs\, visit DelRayArtisans.org/programs. \nThe $100 and Under exhibit runs November 1 – December 1\, 2024 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 Thanksgiving Day. Hours differ starting December 2\, 2024. \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 curators Dale Spivey at vadesigner@me.com and Kurt Peterson at kfpeterson@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\nArtwork credit: “This Monkey Has Gone to Heaven” by Karen Schmitz
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/100-and-under-2024/
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="Dale Spivey":MAILTO:vadesigner@me.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241029
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20240526T132511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T192507Z
UID:10001417-1730073600-1730159999@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Happy 275th Anniversary to the City of Alexandria #ALX275 installation (6/7/2024 – 10/28/2024)
DESCRIPTION:The “Happy 275th Anniversary to the City of Alexandria #ALX275” installation is courtesy of Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Take a photo with the installation\, share on social media and tag:\n#ALX275 #CityPride #DelRayArtisans \nThe installation is approximately 40 feet wide by 7 feet tall and was created using natural and synthetic yarn\, fabric trim\, mylar\, plastic\, and vinyl. The installation is on display outside Del Ray Artisans gallery from June 7 through October 28\, 2024. The original end date was September 1\, but it was extended due to positive community feedback and a material connection to the Fascinating Fiber\, Alluring Fabric art exhibit inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from September 6–28\, 2024. \nRiver Towers Condominium Association donated knitted and crocheted pieces from a yarn bomb installation at the condominium complex (March-April 2024) to Del Ray Artisans. The individual pieces were created by Iva Beatty\, Melinda Croft\, Nancy Mendez\, Anne St. Jacques\, and Leah Sturgis. Most of the yarn came from UpCycle Creative Reuse Center. \nThe pieces were reformed into “candles” and installed outside Del Ray Artisans gallery by Dawn Wyse Hurto\, Sophia Jones\, Adelyn Doyle\, and Kurt Peterson. The new concept was completed with the addition of a banner wishing a happy 275th anniversary to the City of Alexandria. The source materials for the banner include a photograph by Engin Akyurt (via Unsplash)\, and fonts KG A Little Swag by Kimberly Geswein and Mix Stitch by Mix Fonts (via dafont.com). \nDel Ray Artisans\, founded in 1992\, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. \nMore information on the City of Alexandria’s 275th Anniversary is available at alexandriava.gov/ALX275. \nYarn bomb installation at River Towers Condominium (April 2024)\n#ALX275 installation at Del Ray Artisans (May 2024\, in progress)\n#ALX275 installation at Del Ray Artisans (June 2024)
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alx275/
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="Dawn Wyse Hurto%2C President":MAILTO:president@delrayartisans.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20231127T214329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T223201Z
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SUMMARY:Artificial or Intelligence? at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Artificial or Intelligence? Art Exhibit\nOctober 4–26\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, October 4 from 7–9pm\n“Sum of its parts?” by Nicole Mahoney\n \nTalk about artificial intelligence\, or AI\, abounds. When humans work with AI\, is the outcome less than\, equal to\, or greater than the sum of its parts? Come see the Artificial or Intelligence? art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery as we explore this and other questions. Join us for the opening reception on Friday\, October 4 between 7-9pm to meet curators Nicole Mahoney and Nancy Galib and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nPeople have very different perspectives on AI’s possibilities and perils. This exhibit explores what the future might look like with AI. Consider what we may gain and lose\, and how AI impacts artists’ creative practice and day-to-day lives. Participate in our conversation and decide for yourself whether machine learning feels artificial or intelligent at the present moment. All artwork is available for sale. \nAlso mark your calendar for the following special program held in conjunction with the exhibit: \nAI & Artists: A Discussion On What Artists Should Know\nSaturday\, October 19\, 6:30-8pm @ Torpedo Factory Art Center\, Grand Hall (105 N. Union St\, Alexandria VA 22314) \nAI (Artificial Intelligence) is changing the landscape of all industries\, including the arts. Should artists embrace\, feel comfortable with\, or reject AI?  Is AI a tool for good\, or a threat to creative ownership?  Hear from three leading experts in the field of arts and technology\, patents\, and copyright\, moderated by Phyllis Serbes of Pantheon AI\, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting human creativity and fostering relationships with generative AI. \nThis discussion shall be immediately followed by a performance by Laptop Orchestra in Waterfront Park as part of the City’s Site See public art program. \nThis program is presented in partnership with the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts and Del Ray Artisans\, with collaborative support from the Institute for Creativity\, Arts and Technology at Virginia Tech (ICAT)\, the United States Patent and Trademark Office\, Pantheon AI\, and the Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts (WALA). \nThe Artificial or Intelligence? art exhibit runs from October 4–26\, 2024 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 October 27\, 2024). \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 curators Nicole Mahoney at nicole.m.mahoney@gmail.com and Nancy Galib at ngalib@verizon.net or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/artificial-or-intelligence/
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="Nicole Mahoney":MAILTO:nicole.m.mahoney@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20240102T145342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T150142Z
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (8/2 - 9/28/2024)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs August 2 – September 28\, 2024. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (typically closed the last Sunday of the month\, but will be open August 25 and closed on September 1). The gallery is open three hours longer (from 12-9pm) on First Thursdays\, August 1 and September 5. Hours differ in July and December. \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-aug-sep-2024/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20231127T213714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T192349Z
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SUMMARY:Fascinating Fiber\, Alluring Fabric at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Fascinating Fiber\, Alluring Fabric Art Exhibit\nSeptember 6–28\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 6 from 7–9pm\nFiber art fascinates by taking art outside the frame—it is unique\, dimensional\, and tactile. Draped\, stitched\, or embellished fabric sparks creativity and delights the senses\, as itself and when depicted in other visual art forms. The Fascinating Fiber\, Alluring Fabric art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans focuses on fiber and fabric art but also highlights their influence on other mediums as well. This exhibit showcases art from local area artists. Judy Gula\, owner of Artistic Artifacts\, selected the artist awards. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, September 6 between 7-9pm to meet the curators and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nSave the date for our 3rd annual HalloWEIRD Art Market in Colasanto Park just outside the gallery on Saturday\, September 21 from 10am-4pm. The market offers diverse\, original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists focused around the autumn season. The event is family-friendly and held rain or shine. Also register for workshops and drop-in to our creative programs in September\, including: \n\nFirst Thursday Family-Friendly Activity – September 5 from 6:30-8pm\nLet’s Explore Slow Stitching – Sunday\, September 8\, 12:30pm-2:30pm (Register by September 5)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers – Sunday\, September 8 from 1-3pm (meet at St Elmo’s Del Ray)\nIntroduction to Crochet – Mondays: September 9\, 16\, and 23 from 7-8:30pm (Register by September 6)\nIntroduction to Knitting – Thursdays: September 12\, 19\, and 26 from 7-8:30pm (Register by September 9)\nSTEAM-tastic Youth Program: Painting with Virtual Reality – Saturday\, September 14\, Ages 6-10 from 9am-10:30am and Ages 10-15 from 11am-12:30pm\nBeaded Lanyard Thingies – Sunday\, September 15\, 6-9pm (Register by September 13)\nLife Drawing Sessions – Tuesdays\, September 17 & 24 from 7-9pm\nPartners in Art Evening – Wednesday\, September 18 from 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)\nPainting with Bleach Workshop – Friday\, September 20 from 7-9pm (Register by September 17)\nUnleash Your Creativity: Acrylic Painting Class – Thursday\, September 26\, 6-8pm (Register by September 21)\nNature Journaling Club – Saturday\, September 28 from 10am-12pm\nIntro to Art Trading Cards (ATCs) featuring Fabric French Roses – Saturday\, September 28\, 12pm-2:30pm (Register by September 25)\n\nThe Fascinating Fiber\, Alluring Fabric exhibit runs September 6–28\, 2024 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 September 1 and September 29). Also check out the Happy 275th Anniversary to the City of Alexandria #ALX275 installation outside the gallery from June 7 through October 28\, 2024. \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 curators Liz Martinez at catniphaze@gmail.com and Robyn Seaton McGarry at robynmcgarry15@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\nArtwork credit: “Ode to Arachne” by Liz Martinez (left) and “Homage” by Robyn McGarry (right)
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/fiber-fabric/
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="Liz Martinez":MAILTO:catniphaze@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20231127T212930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T191948Z
UID:10001302-1722556800-1725148799@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:The Science of our Surroundings at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The Science of our Surroundings Art Exhibit\nAugust 2–31\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, August 2 from 7–9pm\nDel Ray Artisans invites you to join us at The Science of Our Surroundings\, a science-themed art exhibit. A cutaway of a cell. The food chain. The visible light spectrum. A dinosaur skeleton. The layers of the Earth\, from the crust to the core. Each of these scientific concepts immediately conjure vivid\, colorful images in our collective minds\, thanks to the diligent and tireless work of science textbook artists. Come see how our artistic community has explored these concepts of science! Expect to see photography\, experiments\, paintings\, sculptures and media that illustrate the science of our surroundings. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, August 2 between 7-9pm to meet curators Aaron Fletchersmith and Amanda Fletchersmith and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nDuring this exhibit\, Del Ray Artisans is launching a new program of free\, interactive classes about Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts and Math (STEAM)\, taught by professionals from each field! Geared toward kids and teens\, each lesson has a short talk or demonstration and a hands-on craft project. Each topic will have two sessions: one for youth ages 6-10 and another for ages 10-15 (10 year olds choose which session to attend). Family members are welcome to attend\, listen\, and learn. Register in advance to ensure your child’s spot\, but drop-ins are welcome space permitting. STEAM-tastic activities include: \n\nPaleolithic Archaeology – Cave Painting for Ages 6-10 on Saturday\, August 3\, 10am-11:30am and Ages 10-15 on Sunday\, August 4\, 10am-11:30am\n \nSatellites in Outer Space – Antenna Pointing for Ages 10-15 on Saturday\, August 17\, 5-7pm and Satellite Construction for Ages 6-10 on Sunday\, August 18\, 10am-12pm\n \nFrom Cells to Biomes – Fluid Pours for Ages 6-10 on Saturday\, August 31\, 9am-11am and Ages 10-15 on Saturday\, August 31\, 11am-1pm\n \n\nIn addition\, our Creative Summer Programs schedule continues until August 31. Mark your calendar for the family-friendly Science Scavenger Hunt on First Thursday\, August 1\, 6:30-8pm (free\, drop-in) and get a sneak peek of the art exhibit. Plus review the summer schedule for creative workshops\, life drawing sessions\, book club\, artist support groups\, and more. \nThe Science of our Surroundings exhibit runs August 2–31\, 2024 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 September 1\, 2024). \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 curators Aaron Fletchersmith at aaron.fletchersmith@gmail.com and Amanda Fletchersmith at amanda.fletchersmith@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\nArtwork credit: Artwork by A & A Fletchersmith
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/surroundings/
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="Aaron Fletchersmith":MAILTO:aaron.fletchersmith@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20240102T145026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T150316Z
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (5/3 - 6/30/2024)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs May 3 – June 30\, 2024. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (typically closed the last Sunday of the month\, but will be open on May 26 and June 30 and closed on June 2\, 2024). The gallery is open three hours longer (from 12-9pm) on First Thursdays\, May 2 and June 6. Hours differ in July and December. \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-may-jun-2024/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230923T190810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T140105Z
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SUMMARY:All About Love at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:All About Love Art Exhibit\nJune 7–30\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, June 7 from 7–9pm\n“All About Love” by TJ Feeley\nStarting on Friday\, June 7\, come celebrate visual depictions of love at the All About Love exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. In this exhibit\, local artists explore the concept of love in all of its forms: romantic love\, love for one’s parents and siblings\, love of pets\, young love\, enduring couples\, strong friendships\, soulmates\, and more. \nWhile the ancient Greeks identified eight major types of love (erotic\, affectionate\, familial\, playful\, enduring\, obsessive\, unconditional\, and self-compassionate)\, humans have an infinite number of ways to love. Love is one of the most important forces in the world—having been the theme of countless works of literature\, film\, architecture\, and even war (i.e.\, Helen of Troy). As Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. noted “…Hate cannot drive out hate\, only love can do that.” Come see how artists portray what love means to them using a variety of media. All the artwork is available for sale. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, June 7 between 7-9pm to meet curator TJ Feeley and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nIn addition\, our Creative Summer Programs begin in June. Join us for: \n\nFirst Thursday family-friendly activity: Origami Art – Thursday\, June 6\, 6:30-8pm (drop-in)\nColor Explosion Workshop – Saturday\, June 8\, 9am-12pm (register by 6/4)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers – Sunday\, June 9\, 1-3pm at St Elmo’s in Del Ray (drop-in)\nSoft Pastel Workshop – Saturday\, June 15\, 6:30-8:30pm (register by 6/12)\nPlaying with Resin Workshop – Monday\, June 17\, 6-9pm (register by 6/14)\nLife Drawing Sessions – Tuesdays\, June 18 and June 25\, 7-9pm (drop-in)\nPartners in Art Evening – Wednesday\, June 19\, 7-9pm (RSVP by 6/17)\nIntroduction to Stone Carving Workshop – Saturday\, June 22\, 9am-12pm (register by 6/16)\nMake Your Own Glass Mosaic Lamp Workshop – Saturday\, June 22\, 6-9pm (register by 6/21)\nMix and Match Upcycle Earrings Workshop – Sunday\, June 23\, 10am-12pm (register by 6/20)\nNature Journaling Club – Saturday\, June 29\, 10am-12pm (drop-in)\n\nThe All About Love exhibit runs June 7–30\, 2024 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are First Thursday (Apr-Sept) 12-9pm\, Thursday 12-6pm\, Friday 12-9pm\, Saturday 12-6pm\, and Sunday 12-6pm. Gallery hours will differ in July. \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 curator TJ Feeley at tjfeeley@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/all-about-love/
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="TJ Feeley":MAILTO:tjfeeley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230923T190500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T153122Z
UID:10001134-1714694400-1717372799@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Tea at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Tea Art Exhibit\nMay 3 – June 2\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 3 from 7–9pm\n“Floral Infusion” by Suzan Ok Shumate and Sue Shumate\nPhoto Album \nStep into a world where art intersects with tea. Through The Art of Tea exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery\, artists explore the culture of tea\, a drink that dates back thousands of years to China’s Shang Dynasty. Channeling their inner Zhou Fang\, Matisse\, Cassatt\, and van Rijsselberghe\, artists depict themes and stories surrounding this aromatic beverage. From tea cups and tea pots to the Mad Hatter or Boston Tea Party\, this exhibit intrigues and delights\, like an herbal infusion on a sunny morning. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, May 3 between 7-9pm to meet curators Suzan Ok Shumate and Sue Shumate and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nGet your tickets now for Morning Tea on Saturday\, May 25 from 10am-noon ($35 per Del Ray Artisans member\, $45 per non-member). Wear your favorite hats and gloves\, or dress casually; this is a time to relax and enjoy a few hours of conversation with friends or family over a delicious cup of tea with petite savories and sweets. \nThe Art of Tea exhibit runs May 3 – June 2\, 2024 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are First Thursday (Apr-Sept) 12-9pm\, Thursday 12-6pm\, Friday 12-9pm\, Saturday 12-6pm\, and Sunday 12-6pm. On the last day of the exhibit (Sunday\, June 2) the gallery is open 12-4pm. \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 curators Suzan Ok Shumate at suzan.ok@gmail.com and Sue Shumate at susan.shumate1@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-art-of-tea/
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="Suzan Ok Shumate":MAILTO:suzan.ok@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20240102T144726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T150404Z
UID:10001332-1714176000-1714262399@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (3/1 - 4/27/2024)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs March 1 – April 27\, 2024. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (typically closed the last Sunday of the month). The gallery is open three hours longer (from 12-9pm) on First Thursday\, April 4. Hours differ in July and December. \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-mar-apr-2024/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230923T190208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T141610Z
UID:10001133-1712275200-1714262399@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Same But Different at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Same But Different Art Exhibit\nApril 5–27\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, April 5 from 7–9pm\n“Springtime in Maryland” by Archa Malhotra\nPhoto Album \nIn the spirit of Celebrate Diversity Month\, this art exhibit highlights the beauty and richness of diversity through artists’ interpretations of the concept Same But Different. This Del Ray Artisans members showcase explores notions of identity\, distinctions and similarities in our natural and manmade world. Through a variety of mediums\, styles\, and perspectives\, the Same But Different exhibit invites the viewers to look at the interconnectedness of humanity by examining the uniqueness of things that may appear to be the same. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, April 5 between 7-9pm to meet curators Pinar Artuk-Boegel and Barbara Cooper and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nAlso join us for these creative programs held in April: \n\nMix and Match Upcycle Earrings Workshop on Saturday\, April 6\, 10am-12pm (Register by April 3)\nMeditative Art Mandalas Workshop on Thursday\, April 11\, 6-9pm (Register by April 3)\nGel Printing Workshop: Same But Different Edition on Saturday\, April 13\, 10am-12pm (Register by April 9)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers on Sunday\, April 14\, 1-3pm at St Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray\nLife Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays\, April 16 and April 23\, 7-9pm\nPartners in Art Evening on Wednesday\, April 17\, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)\nPlaying with Resin Workshop on Monday\, April 22\, 6-9pm (Register by April 19)\nNature Journaling Club on Saturday\, April 27\, 10am-12pm\n\nThe Same But Different exhibit runs April 5–27\, 2024 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 April 28). \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 curators Pinar Artuk-Boegel at pinarartuk@gmail.com and Barbara Cooper at barbaracooper8888@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/same-but-different/
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="Pinar Artuk-Boegel":MAILTO:pinarartuk@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230923T185933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T221738Z
UID:10001132-1709251200-1711843199@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Two at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Two Art Exhibit\nMarch 1–30\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, March 1 from 7–9pm\nCome see The Power of Two art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery opening on March 1\, 2024. This exhibit features any two related items in one piece of art\, such as two of a kind\, two complementary items\, duos\, twins\, parents and children\, and lovers. Through the exhibit you’ll recall some famous twos: “Double your pleasure\, double your fun” (Wrigley’s Doublemint Gum); “Two great tastes that taste great together” (Reese’s peanut butter cups); “Double Vision” (Foreigner); and the pairs on Noah’s Ark. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, March 1 between 7-9pm to meet curators Karen and TJ Feeley and the artists. Mark your calendar or set a reminder through Eventbrite. Also join us for these creative programs held in March: \n\nLife Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays\, March 5 and March 19\, 7-9pm\nCreative Flower Photography Workshop on Saturday\, March 9\, 9:30am–noon (Register by March 6)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers on Sunday\, March 10\, 1-3pm (meets at St Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray)\nIntroduction to Rubber Stamp Carving on Monday\, March 11\, 6-9pm (Register by February 28)\nPlaying with Resin Workshop on Sunday\, March 17\, 6-9pm (Register by March 15)\nPartners in Art Evening on Wednesday\, March 20\, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)\nCollage City Spires and Skylines Workshop on Saturday\, March 23\, 10am-12pm (Register by March 19)\nNature Journaling Club on Saturday\, March 30\, 10am-12pm\n\nThe Power of Two exhibit runs March 1–30\, 2024 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 March 31\, 2024). \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 curators Karen Feeley at karen@adler.net and TJ Feeley at tjfeeley@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \n\nArtwork credit: Detail of “The Power of Two” by Karen Feeley and TJ Feeley
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/power-of-two/
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="Karen Feeley":MAILTO:karen@adler.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20240102T144412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T144506Z
UID:10001331-1708732800-1708819199@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (1/5 - 2/24/2024)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs January 5 – February 24\, 2024. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (typically closed the last Sunday of the month). The gallery has different hours in July and December. \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-jan-feb-2024/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230923T185648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T152958Z
UID:10001131-1706832000-1708819199@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Visible Touch: A Look at Texture at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Visible Touch: A Look at Texture Art Exhibit\nFebruary 2–24\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, February 2 from 7–9pm\nVideo Tour \nCome see the Visible Touch: A Look at Texture exhibit featuring works by local artists that explore texture through physical form and visual illusion. Join us for the opening reception on Friday\, February 2 between 7-9pm at Del Ray Artisans gallery to meet the curators and the artists and hear live guitar music by Bob Graboyes. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nTexture is one of the fundamental elements of art. In anticipation of how texture can prompt a desire to touch\, visitors are allowed to touch some of the art. (Pieces that allow touching are marked.) Artists have also shared statements on how they created the various textures. Enjoy the visual and the tactile experience of this exhibit! \nIn the mood to create? Drop-in to the free\, fun\, “I Likey” Card Making Party on Saturday\, February 3 between 4-8pm to make cards to benefit our nonprofit art organization. Donations appreciated for any cards you make that you are taking home. Come solo\, with friends or your Valentine. The event is open to all ages and skill levels. \nInterested in more hands-on activities? Register in advance for these creative workshops: \n\nNew Year\, New Flow: A Creative Reset Workshop on Thursday\, February 8\, 6-8pm\nPlaying with Resin Workshop on Monday\, February 12\, 6-9pm\nFlowers Everywhere Workshop on Saturday\, February 17\, 6-7:30pm\nCeramic Turtle Workshop on Saturday\, February 24\, 5-8pm\n\n“Floral Bust” by Lesley Hall\nDel Ray Artisans also offers many drop-in drawing programs (Life Drawing\, Del Ray Urban Sketchers\, and Nature Journaling Club). You may also RSVP to our Partners in Art artist support group or Creative Book Club. Details on all Del Ray Artisans programs can be found at DelRayArtisans.org/programs. \nThe Visible Touch: A Look at Texture exhibit runs February 2–24\, 2024 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 February 25\, 2024). \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 curators Dawn Wyse Hurto at dawnhurto@gmail.com and Lesley Hall at lesley.ruthless@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/visible-touch/
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="Dawn Wyse Hurto":MAILTO:dawnhurto@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230923T185034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T151311Z
UID:10001130-1704412800-1706399999@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Visions of Resilience: Art for Climate Justice at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Visions of Resilience: Art for Climate Justice Art Exhibit\nJanuary 5–27\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Friday\, January 5 from 7–9pm\n“Still Standing” by Camille Kouyoumdjian\nPhoto Album | Video of Select Artworks \nVisit Del Ray Artisans gallery’s Visions of Resilience: Art for Climate Justice exhibit from January 5–27\, 2024 to explore the emotionally resonant power of art to inspire and raise awareness about climate change and its impact on marginalized communities. Art holds the power to portray what words so often miss. This exhibit conveys environmental issues through the universal languages of image and feeling with the goal of encouraging action towards a just\, climate-friendly future. \nThis exhibit is being held in partnership with the Changing Planet Justice (CPJ) Foundation\, which empowers youth to lead climate action in their communities. CPJ provides a platform for youth of all backgrounds to share climate justice-related art\, writing\, and photography with their peers internationally. During the exhibit\, visitors may make donations to CPJ to help further youth-led climate action. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, January 5\, 7-9pm to meet curator Camille Kouyoumdjian and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite\, and register for these special programs held in coordination with the exhibit: \n\nWebinar with Changing Planet Justice Foundation Executive Director Arielle Kouyoumdjian on Thursday\, December 21 starting at 7pm – Learn about the intersections between climate change\, social justice\, and food security. This program will also discuss the Changing Planet Justice Youth Leadership certification and the importance of including youth voices in the climate justice dialogue. Youth and adults are invited to attend. (View the Recording)\nEcoArt: Collage Landscapes for Climate Awareness Workshop on Saturday\, January 13\, 10am-12pm – Craft collage landscapes using recycled paper that convey climate awareness. This class offers a platform for your creativity to shine and your voice to be heard as you contribute to the global dialogue on environmental conservation. Learn color theory and composition while working from landscape reference photos that are personally resonant. Open to adults and children ages 12 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult).\n\nThe Visions of Resilience: Art for Climate Justice exhibit runs January 5–27\, 2024 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 January 28). \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 curator Camille Kouyoumdjian at ckouyoumdjianart@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org. \nPhoto Album | Video of Select Artworks
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/visions-of-resilience/
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="Camille Kouyoumdjian":MAILTO:ckouyoumdjianart@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231224
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20230323T200034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T144654Z
UID:10000072-1701388800-1703375999@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Market 2023 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans’ 28th Annual Fine Art & Fine Craft Holiday Market\nDecember 1–23\, 2023:\nFridays 6-9pm\,\nSaturdays & Sundays 11am-6pm\nThank you to our 2024 Calendar Sponsors: Homes of Alexandria Team of Compass (Daniela Spigai and Ellen Patrick)\, Artifacts Inc\, Let’s Meat on the Avenue\, McD Mateos Community Partners\, and The Zebra Press.\nJoin us for the 28th annual Holiday Market! The Holiday Market is open for the first three weekends in December (Dec 1-3\, Dec 8-10\, and Dec 15-17)\, plus this year we will also be open Dec 22-23 (Friday and Saturday only) for last minute shoppers. \nThe Market offers unique handmade fine arts and fine crafts from local artists presenting a variety of media\, including fiber/textiles\, glass\, jewelry\, mixed media\, polymer clay\, ornaments\, mosaics\, painting\, prints\, paper crafting\, photography\, pottery/ceramics\, sculpture\, watercolor\, wood\, candles\, soaps and more. Different artists are featured each weekend! In addition\, 2024 wall calendars featuring art by Del Ray Artisans members will be available for purchase. \nHoliday Market hours are Fridays 6-9pm\, and Saturdays & Sundays 11am-6pm; plus open 3-9pm on Friday\, December 22. The market is at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nFace masks are recommended inside the gallery. The gallery is free\, open to the public and accessible. For more information\, contact the Holiday Market Coordinators: Steve Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com)\, Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com)\, and Amy Kitchin Hower (alkitchin.dc@gmail.com).\n. \nWeekend 1 (Dec 1-3)\nArtists include: \n\nBhavani Arabandi\, Samhara Ceramics\nCarolyn Barone\nKen Beerbohm Sculptures\nMaxine Cholmondeley\, Max’s Mixtures Handcrafted Candles & Soaps\nEvelyn Rose Cook\nGretchen D’Amore\, Gdamore Original Art\nCharles Farmer\nPatty Moloney Figliola\, Aisling PhotoArt\nB A Hlioui\nStephen Lally Pottery\nSusan Lefler Studios\nMegan Levanduski\, Megan Elaine Designs\nDiana Papazian\, Papazian Design LLC\nMary Pike\, Recycled Bag Lady\nKen and Sue Reed\, Green and Burning Tree\nKathy Stoner\n\n. \nWeekend 2 (Dec 8-10)\nArtists include: \n\nSandra Alami\, There’s Something About Purl\nCaron Arntson\, Caron & Co. Creations\nVictoria Barnes Photography\nLynn Chadwick Design\nTom Johnson\, Infinite Variations Pottery\nAudrey Kremer\, AudreyK Designs\nSteve Lapin\nDiana Manchak\, designsinclay\nLiz Martinez\nPatti North\, All Fired Up!\nMiyoung Obenschain\, Purple Cardinal Arts LLC\nDonna Reinsel\, Irons in the Fire\nCynthia Schoeppel\nKevin Sherlock\nJackie Vavra\, Birdybeads Handmade Jewelry\nChristine Vinh\, StitchesnQuilts\n\n. \nWeekend 3 (Dec 15-17)\nArtists include: \n\nJohn T Allen\, Permian Designs\nPinar Artuk-Boegel\, RENKLI\nMarcel Artes Deolazo\nTimothy Duncan\nAlanna Graboyes\, ASGraboyesArt\nEllen Hamilton\, Yellow Dot Shop\nAmy Kitchin Hower\, AKH Studio Designs\nNancy Kline Art\nLaine\, Lainemindinventions\nSusan Pawlukiewicz\nMadeline Ramsey\, Unique Stained Glass\nStacy Rausch\nAnn Cameron Siegal\nJoyce Wagner\, Reinvented Elegance\nTamara Wilkerson\, WiRealm by Tamara\nTracy Wilkerson\, Recycled Works\n\n. \nBonus Days (Dec 22-23)\nArtists include: \n\nMarcel Artes Deolazo\nAlanna Graboyes\, ASGraboyesArt\nAudrey Kremer\, AudreyK Designs\nStephen Lally Pottery\nSusan Lefler Studios\nLiz Martinez\nPatti North\, All Fired Up!\nDiana Papazian\, Papazian Design LLC\nMadeline Ramsey\, Unique Stained Glass\nStacy Rausch\nCynthia Schoeppel\nAnn Cameron Siegal\nKathy Stoner\nChristine Vinh\, StitchesnQuilts\nJoyce Wagner\, Reinvented Elegance\nTracy Wilkerson\, Recycled Works\n\n.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/holiday-market-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery,Market
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231127
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
CREATED:20231016T205420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T220857Z
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SUMMARY:Marlin Lord Mini Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans (10/6 - 11/26/2023)
DESCRIPTION:October 6–November 26\, 2023\nCome see a mini exhibit of eight artworks by Marlin Lord for sale to benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit arts organization in the office area and entryway inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301 from October 6 through November 26\, 2023. \nDel Ray Artisans Board Emeritus and Founding Member Marlin G. Lord passed away on October 18\, 2022 at 84 years old. A gifted\, accomplished architect and photographer\, Marlin left his mark upon the city in ways seen and unseen. \n“Whrrr When It Stood Still…” by Marlin Lord\nAs an architect\, he’s best known for the straightening of the Monroe Avenue Bridge along Route 1\, a project resulting in the corollary expansion of parkland at Simpson Field. Marlin also was integral in the redevelopment design of Potomac Yard. As a former President of the Del Ray Citizens Association\, as well as past Treasurer\, Community/Business Liaison\, and Facilities Director of Del Ray Artisans\, where he was a founding member along with his loving and longtime dedicated partner Kathryn A. Brown\, Marlin left an indelible mark on our community. Marlin and Kathryn were inducted as Alexandria Living Legends in 2013. \nMarlin’s curricula vitae of civic engagement reads on and on: the Alexandria Arts Forum; the Alexandria Park and Recreation Commission\, where he served for 20 years\, seven as Chairman; the Chinquapin Organic Gardens; King Street Gardens Park Foundation and countless City committees and task forces. With Kathryn by his side\, a tandem partner in all things\, there was always time to give\, to give back\, and give all. Marlin was truly a man for all seasons and is an Alexandria legend for all time. \nCome see this collection of select pieces by Marlin before November 26\,2023. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (closed on October 29 and Thanksgiving Day: November 23). The gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nFor more information\, contact curator Kurt Peterson (Facilities@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/marlin-lord/
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="Facilities Director":MAILTO:Facilities@DelRayArtisans.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231127
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (10/6 - 11/26/2023)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs October 6 – November 26\, 2023. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (typically closed the last Sunday of the month\, but the gallery will be open on November 26\, 2023). The gallery has different hours in July and December. \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-oct-nov-2023/
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="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231127
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
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SUMMARY:Housemates at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Housemates Art Exhibit\nNovember 3–26\, 2023\nOpening Reception: Friday\, November 3 from 7–9pm\nPhoto Album | Reception Video \nHave you ever had a housemate who made you laugh\, drove you crazy\, made you shake your head in wonder or filled your heart with love? Do your housemates have fur\, feathers\, scales\, fins or are they actually people? In the Housemates art exhibit\, the members of Del Ray Artisans share their housemates through many creative forms: painting\, photography\, digital art\, sculpture\, ceramics\, or whatever medium brings to life their pets or human housemates. Lucky us\, we get to share and enjoy them. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, November 3\, 7-9pm to meet curator Robyn Seaton McGarry and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. At the gallery or online (residents of Virginia\, Maryland\, and DC only) get raffle tickets between October 29–November 19\, 2023 for a chance to win a crocheted blanket by the curator. The raffle benefits Del Ray Artisans nonprofit\, and winner will be drawn on Sunday\, November 19 at 3pm. \nDel Ray Artisans is also hosting Meet and Greet events with two volunteer rescue groups in November: \n\nKing Street Cats (KSC) volunteers will be in the gallery on Saturday\, November 4\, 12–4pm.\nAussie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic (ARMA) volunteers will be in the gallery Saturday\, November 18\, 1–4pm.\n\nBoth organizations will provide information about their purpose\, rescue parameters and adoption process. Who knows? You may even have the opportunity to meet your future housemate. \nIn addition\, you may drop off donations for cats and dogs in the designated box in the entryway of Del Ray Artisans gallery during the Housemates exhibit. For cats\, KSC needs washable cat toys\, washcloths\, paper towels\, large trash bags\, and litter (Fresh Step Clay or Feline Pine only\, please). For dogs\, ARMA needs dog toys\, leashes\, collars\, and harnesses. Thank you for your support! \n“Charlie’s Photo Op” by Robyn Seaton McGarry\nThe Housemates exhibit runs November 3–26\, 2023 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. The gallery is closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 23\, 2023). \nFace masks are recommended inside the gallery. The 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 the curator Robyn Seaton McGarry at robynmcgarry15@gmail.com.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/housemates/
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="Robyn Seaton McGarry":MAILTO:robynmcgarry15@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029
DTSTAMP:20260422T224151
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SUMMARY:Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery Art Exhibit\nOctober 6–28\, 2023\nOpening Reception: Friday\, October 6 from 7–9pm\nReception Video | Photo Album \nCome see daring swordswomen\, haggard bog witches\, bevies of mythical beasts\, and many more artist interpretations of the fantastic! Taking inspiration from the texture of a dragon’s skin\, the swirling cloak of a sorceress\, the shriek of a hydra\, and a technical manual of swordplay\, curator Dr. Erica Hughes presents an otherworldly collection of local art in the Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, October 6\, 7-9pm to meet the curator and the artists. Fantasy costumes encouraged! Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. \nIn addition\, join us for programs affiliated with the exhibit: \n\nSaturday\, September 30\, choose 9:45am-10:45am or 11am-12pm – Sword Making for Kids Workshop – Dani and Erica guide small warriors to make foam swords and pool noodle staves. These ‘swords’ can then be used during the CHALLENGE ROYALE! This one-hour workshop is for kids 12 and under. Kids under 7 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Register by September 25.\nSaturday\, Oct 7\, 10am-12pm – CHALLENGE ROYALE: Outdoor Costume Party and Duel – Come in costume with a pool noodle ‘sword’ to the Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery CHALLENGE ROYALE at Del Ray Artisans during Art on the Avenue. Meet at 10am in front of the gallery and present your pool noodle ‘sword’ for inspection and registration. The challenge begins at 11am on the playing fields of the Mount Vernon Rec Center next to the gallery. When challenged by another costumed participant\, you may yield or duel! Inflatable ‘swords’ are also allowed. NO other foam\, wood\, rubber or metal allowed. This is a KID-FRIENDLY event for ages 6+.\nWednesday and Thursday\, October 11 and 12\, 6pm-9pm – What’s In The Box? – In this two-day\, novice-level workshop you will create your own hinged lid box using book board\, book cloth\, decorative papers\, and archival glue. There will be a myriad of combinations of papers and cloths to choose from to create your own distinctive box. Register by October 8.\nSaturday\, October 14\, 9am-12pm – Magical Creatures Workshop – Learn how to design and build a sculpture of an original imaginary creature in the style of Mexican folk art alebrijes. Pedro Linares Lopez created papier-mâché figurines that he imagined in a fever dream and coined them “alebrijes.” Alebrijes consist of features that represent multiple creatures and the four elements of nature. Dragons are great alebrijes because they have all four elements of nature: air represented in their wings\, fire in their flames\, land in their legs\, and water in their ability to swim. Register by October 10.\nSunday\, October 15\, 10am-1pm – Fencing Demonstration & Mini Lessons – Come see free fencing demonstrations by Mark and Erica of Fairfax Fencers in the tennis courts behind the gallery\, and register in advance for a free 30-minute mini lesson for beginners (children ages 6+ and adults). Register by October 10.\nSaturdays\, October 21 and 28\, 9am-12pm – Here There Be Dragons! A 2-day beadwork workshop – Create your own dragon’s eye pendant or brooch by combining bead embroidery and peyote stitch bead weaving in this two-day\, intermediate-level beadwork workshop. Sign up early\, and the instructor will personalize the supply kit with your favorite colors—allowing you to make the perfect dragon! Register by October 15.\nSunday\, October 22\, 11am-1pm – Witches’ Brew: The Art of Healing Herbs – Learn about the history of spell jars (also known as witch bottles) and create your own to take home! Register by October 18.\nThursday\, October 26\, 6pm-9pm – Soapy Sorcery – Join instructor Suzan Shumate in a fantasy-themed soapmaking workshop. Using the melt and pour technique\, you can create beautiful dragon eggs\, unicorns\, mermaids\, fairies\, ghosts\, and other spellbinding soaps. You can choose your themes\, colors\, and scents for several bars of soap. After you finish pouring your soaps\, you will have the option of decorating a wooden chest to store or gift your soaps. Register by October 21.\n\n“Snarler” by Erica Hughes\nThe Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery exhibit runs October 6–28\, 2023 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays and Sundays 12-6pm. The gallery is closed on October 1 and October 29\, 2023. \nFace masks are recommended inside the gallery. The 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 curator Dr. Erica Hughes at zarathustraspeaks@msn.com.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/curses-foiled-again/
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="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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