The Power of Two at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-03-01 - 2024-03-30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The Power of Two Art Exhibit
March 1–30, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, March 1 from 7–9pm
Come 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.
Join 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:

Life Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays, March 5 and March 19, 7-9pm
Creative Flower Photography Workshop on Saturday, March 9, 9:30am–noon (Register by March 6)
Del Ray Urban Sketchers on Sunday, March 10, 1-3pm (meets at St Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray)
Introduction to Rubber Stamp Carving on Monday, March 11, 6-9pm (Register by February 28)
Playing with Resin Workshop on Sunday, March 17, 6-9pm (Register by March 15)
Partners in Art Evening on Wednesday, March 20, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)
Collage City Spires and Skylines Workshop on Saturday, March 23, 10am-12pm (Register by March 19)
Nature Journaling Club on Saturday, March 30, 10am-12pm

The 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).
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.
For 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.

Artwork credit: Detail of “The Power of Two” by Karen Feeley and TJ Feeley

12 Elements of Nature at VCA Alexandria (9/18/2023 - 3/30/2024)
2024-03-30 | VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke St, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
12 Elements of Nature Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
September 18, 2023 – March 30, 2024
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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? The 12 Elements of Nature exhibit features 2D artwork by Del Ray Artisans members exploring all 12 elements of nature: Earth, Water, Wind, Fire, as well as Thunder, Ice, Force, Time, Flower, Shadow, Light, and Moon.
Come see the exhibit September 18, 2023 through March 30, 2024 (extended from January 27) at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital (2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314). The animal hospital is open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 12-6pm. Due to client needs, some areas may not be available for immediate viewing. Visitors must let the front desk know they are there to view the art exhibit.
The exhibit is a Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls exhibit in partnership with VCA Alexandria. Del Ray Artisans, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
For more information, please contact the curators Liz Martinez (GWW@DelRayArtisans.org) and Stephanie Frederick (sfrederick97@gmail.com).
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Artwork credit: Detail of “Water Hues” by Eileen M. O’Brien

Same But Different at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-04-05 - 2024-04-27 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Same But Different Art Exhibit
April 5–27, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, April 5 from 7–9pm
“Springtime in Maryland” by Archa Malhotra
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In 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.
Join 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.
Also join us for these creative programs held in April:

Mix and Match Upcycle Earrings Workshop on Saturday, April 6, 10am-12pm (Register by April 3)
Meditative Art Mandalas Workshop on Thursday, April 11, 6-9pm (Register by April 3)
Gel Printing Workshop: Same But Different Edition on Saturday, April 13, 10am-12pm (Register by April 9)
Del Ray Urban Sketchers on Sunday, April 14, 1-3pm at St Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray
Life Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays, April 16 and April 23, 7-9pm
Partners in Art Evening on Wednesday, April 17, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)
Playing with Resin Workshop on Monday, April 22, 6-9pm (Register by April 19)
Nature Journaling Club on Saturday, April 27, 10am-12pm

The 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).
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.
For 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.

Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (3/1 - 4/27/2024)
2024-04-27 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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The 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.
All 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. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery.
Gallery 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.
For more information, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).

The Art of Tea at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-05-03 - 2024-06-02 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The Art of Tea Art Exhibit
May 3 – June 2, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, May 3 from 7–9pm
“Floral Infusion” by Suzan Ok Shumate and Sue Shumate
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Step 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.
Join 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.
Get 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.
The 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.
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.
For 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.

Spring Art Market 2024 in Colasanto Park
2024-05-11 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Colasanto Park (outside Del Ray Artisans Gallery), 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Del Ray Artisans’ Spring Art Market is on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10am-4pm in Colasanto Park, adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA (at the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Mount Vernon Avenue).
Thank you to MCD Mateos for your support!
This market that gives you the chance to purchase original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists in a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, and more. Plus community partner MCD Mateos, McDonald’s joins the fun with face painting and balloons for children!
The event is held rain or shine, FREE to browse, and open to the public. Drop in anytime during the event to meet the artists and enjoy the outdoor market.
The 2024 featured artists are:

John T. Allen, Permian Designs
Kristen Anderson, Boot Sole Pottery
B A Hlioui Art
Bhavani Arabandi, Samhara Ceramics
Victoria Barnes Photography
Kat Cook, Nistavac Studios
Ana Driscoll, Fahrenheit99 & Co.
T.Duncan Ceramics
Eileen Egan Pottery
Patty Moloney Figliola
Amanda Fletchersmith, Custom Monster
kazuko fuller, chesapeake
Nicole Gauvin, made by Knerq
Art by Julia Glatfelter
Lesley Hall, Ruthless Art
Ellen Hamilton, Yellow Dot Shop
Claudia Heath
Robin Hunter-Reid, Moxie & Magic
Monica Jain, monicazcollection
BWS Johnson + Tom Johnson
Mary Katz, Star and Moon Creations
Audrey Kremer, AudreyK-Designs
Christine Lederman, Bead Therapy
Danielle Mackin, Dani’s Bazaar
Diana Manchak
Liz Martinez
Maria Matas, M’s Jewelry
Susan Pawlukiewicz, Carvings in Lucite
Mayre Perez, Handmade Goods by Mayre
Madeline Ramsey, Unique Stained Glass
Tiara Safic-Martin
Edith Sanabria, Edith Graciela Art
Ashley Smith, Gryffin River Shack
Ashley Vietri, Fire in Hand Jewelry
Joyce Wagner, Reinvented Elegance
Tamara Wilkerson, WiRealm by Tamara
Tracy Wilkerson

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If you have questions about the market, contact Lesley Hall at VP@DelRayArtisans.org.

All About Love at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-06-07 - 2024-06-30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
All About Love Art Exhibit
June 7–30, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, June 7 from 7–9pm
“All About Love” by TJ Feeley
Starting 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.
While 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.
Join 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.
In addition, our Creative Summer Programs begin in June. Join us for:

First Thursday family-friendly activity: Origami Art – Thursday, June 6, 6:30-8pm (drop-in)
Color Explosion Workshop – Saturday, June 8, 9am-12pm (register by 6/4)
Del Ray Urban Sketchers – Sunday, June 9, 1-3pm at St Elmo’s in Del Ray (drop-in)
Soft Pastel Workshop – Saturday, June 15, 6:30-8:30pm (register by 6/12)
Playing with Resin Workshop – Monday, June 17, 6-9pm (register by 6/14)
Life Drawing Sessions – Tuesdays, June 18 and June 25, 7-9pm (drop-in)
Partners in Art Evening – Wednesday, June 19, 7-9pm (RSVP by 6/17)
Introduction to Stone Carving Workshop – Saturday, June 22, 9am-12pm (register by 6/16)
Make Your Own Glass Mosaic Lamp Workshop – Saturday, June 22, 6-9pm (register by 6/21)
Mix and Match Upcycle Earrings Workshop – Sunday, June 23, 10am-12pm (register by 6/20)
Nature Journaling Club – Saturday, June 29, 10am-12pm (drop-in)

The 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.
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.
For more information, contact curator TJ Feeley at tjfeeley@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.

Party for the Arts #ALX275 at Canal Center Gallery (4/27-6/28/2024)
2024-06-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Canal Center Gallery, 11 Canal Center Plaza, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
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The Alexandria Arts Alliance commemorates the City of Alexandria’s 275th anniversary during the 2nd annual Party for the Arts—a celebration showcasing all artists in Alexandria on Saturday, April 27, 11am-7pm at Canal Center, Alexandria’s waterfront venue in the Old Town North Arts District. The party will feature an art market, games for children, local music groups, singers, dancers, poetry readings, food, and other live performances.
Del Ray Artisans is pleased to have its members featured in Alexandria Arts Alliance’s Party for the Arts #ALX275 art exhibit as a part of our Gallery Without Walls program. This juried visual arts exhibition at the Canal Center Gallery features all local visual artists—and their love for Alexandria expressed through art! The exhibit opens during the Party for the Arts and runs through June 28, 2024. Gallery hours are:

Saturday, April 27, 11am-7pm during Party for the Arts
CANCELLED: Saturday, May 18, 11am-4pm during A Vintage Affair on the Plaza
Wednesday, June 5, 10am-1pm during Coffee Break
Saturday, June 8, 11am-2pm during the ACT for Alexandria’s 20th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, June 15, 1-6pm during Art Mart
Friday, June 28, 5-9pm for the Closing Reception

The Alexandria Arts Alliance is a coalition of arts organizations, artists and arts advocates that works to advance the arts in Alexandria through advocacy, collaboration, education, and marketing. Del Ray Artisans is a member of Alexandria Arts Alliance.

Artwork credit: Detail of “Fireworks” by TJ Feeley featured in the exhibit. This photograph captures a moment from the fireworks display on Alexandria’s birthday during the annual celebration with the symphony performing in the park.

Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (5/3 - 6/30/2024)
2024-06-30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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The 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.
All 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. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery.
Gallery 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.
For more information, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).

Summer Art Market 2024 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-07-13 - 2024-07-14 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join us for Del Ray Artisans’ 3rd annual Summer Art Market! This two-day, indoor market gives you the chance to purchase original handmade artwork from talented local artists. Each day is a different group of local artists with original work in a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, and more. Perfect for gifts or treat yourself!
The 2024 Summer Art Market is on Saturday and Sunday, July 13 and 14, from 10am–4pm inside Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA. The Summer Art Market is open to the public and free to browse.
Different artists are featured each day, so treat yourself and plan to visit the gallery on both days. The artists featured in the 2024 Summer Art Market are:
Saturday, July 13 from 10am–4pm

Ken Beerbohm Sculptures
Rita Cohen
Ed Colahan Pottery
Ariane D’Souza
Del Ray Artisans’ Figure Drawing Art
Timothy Duncan, TDUNCANCERAMICS
Patricia Figliola, Aisling Arts
Lesley Hall, Ruthless Art
Stacy Rausch
Robin Reid, Moxie & Magic
Ellen Rosenthal, Beadstringer Ellen
Cynthia Schoeppel, CLS Arts
Ann Cameron Siegal, The Momentary Pause
Kelly Snyder Arts
Imani W. Russell, Indigo’s Friends Studio
Tracy Wilkerson, Recycled Works

Sunday, July 14 from 10am–4pm

Victoria Barnes Photography
Denise Bentley, BFabricArt
Brando
Maxine Cholmondeley, Max’s Mixtures Candles & Soaps
Gretchen D’Amore, Gdamore Original Art
Fetun Getachew, Ethiopiaዊ
Stephen Lally Pottery
Kebao Li
Diana Manchak, designsinclay
Liz Martinez
Sarah McBurney, Wish Upon a Whimsy
Mary Pike, Recycled Bag Lady
Kellie Sansone Creates
Pratibha Srinivasan
Kathy Stoner
Tamara Wilkerson, WiRealm by Tamara

The Science of our Surroundings at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-08-02 - 2024-08-31 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The Science of our Surroundings Art Exhibit
August 2–31, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, August 2 from 7–9pm
Del 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.
Join 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.
During 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:

Paleolithic 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

Satellites 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

From 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

In 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.
The 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).
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.
For 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.

Artwork credit: Artwork by A & A Fletchersmith

Fascinating Fiber, Alluring Fabric at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-28 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Fascinating Fiber, Alluring Fabric Art Exhibit
September 6–28, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, September 6 from 7–9pm
Fiber 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.
Join 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.
Save 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:

First Thursday Family-Friendly Activity – September 5 from 6:30-8pm
Let’s Explore Slow Stitching – Sunday, September 8, 12:30pm-2:30pm (Register by September 5)
Del Ray Urban Sketchers – Sunday, September 8 from 1-3pm (meet at St Elmo’s Del Ray)
Introduction to Crochet – Mondays: September 9, 16, and 23 from 7-8:30pm (Register by September 6)
Introduction to Knitting – Thursdays: September 12, 19, and 26 from 7-8:30pm (Register by September 9)
STEAM-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
Beaded Lanyard Thingies – Sunday, September 15, 6-9pm (Register by September 13)
Life Drawing Sessions – Tuesdays, September 17 & 24 from 7-9pm
Partners in Art Evening – Wednesday, September 18 from 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)
Painting with Bleach Workshop – Friday, September 20 from 7-9pm (Register by September 17)
Unleash Your Creativity: Acrylic Painting Class – Thursday, September 26, 6-8pm (Register by September 21)
Nature Journaling Club – Saturday, September 28 from 10am-12pm
Intro to Art Trading Cards (ATCs) featuring Fabric French Roses – Saturday, September 28, 12pm-2:30pm (Register by September 25)

The 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.
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.
For 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.

Artwork credit: “Ode to Arachne” by Liz Martinez (left) and “Homage” by Robyn McGarry (right)

HalloWEIRD Art Market 2024 in Colasanto Park
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Colasanto Park (outside Del Ray Artisans Gallery), 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Come to the 3rd annual HalloWEIRD outdoor art market on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10am–4pm to browse Halloween-inspired creations that are spooky, creepy, crawly, and goth. Maybe you like the upbeat, fun side of the season, like costumes, hot cider, hay rides, autumn colors. You can see art celebrating that too!
The market offers diverse, original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists in a wide range of media, including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, and more. In addition, Lost Boy Cider brings their award-winning cider to Del Ray Artisans’ HalloWEIRD Art Market. Please enjoy responsibly.
This is an outdoor, family-friendly, rain-or-shine event in Colasanto Park adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA (corner of Commonwealth and Mount Vernon avenues). The market is FREE to browse and open to the public.
The artists featured in the market are:

John T Allen, Permian Designs
Steve Botts, Steve’s Art and Cacti
Amy Castine
Timothy Duncan, T.Duncan Ceramics
Patty Moloney Figliola, Aisling MagickArt
Amanda Fletchersmith, Custom Monster
Josephine Froelich Fine Arts
Lesley Hall-Runner, Ruthless Art
Erica Hughes and Suzan Ok Shumate, Fox Arrow Artisans
BWS Johnson, Blooms of Paradise
Mary Katz, Star and Moon Creations
Annemarie Kuhns, Love + Lino
Stephen Lally Pottery
Susan Lefler Studios
Megan Levanduski, Megan Elaine Designs
Archa Malhotra, Art by Archa
Liz Martinez
Gracia Melendez, Holy Cow Crochet
Madeleine Meredith, Miles & Bear
Susan Pawlukiewicz, Lucite Carving Creations
Courtney Pippin-Mathur
Madeline Ramsey, Unique Stained Glass
Christina Rojas, et cetera
Kelly Snyder Arts
Tekla Taylor – Artist
Raven Troupe, Crafty Colanah
Dina Wise, Dina’s Doodles

Plus step inside Del Ray Artisans gallery to see the Fascinating Fiber, Alluring Fabric art exhibit (September 6–28, 2024). Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
For more information on HalloWEIRD, contact Lesley Hall at VP@DelRayArtisans.org.

Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (8/2 - 9/28/2024)
2024-09-28 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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The 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.
All 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. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery.
Gallery 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.
For more information, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).

Artificial or Intelligence? at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-10-04 - 2024-10-26 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Artificial or Intelligence? Art Exhibit
October 4–26, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, October 4 from 7–9pm
“Sum of its parts?” by Nicole Mahoney

Talk 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.
People 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.
Also mark your calendar for the following special program held in conjunction with the exhibit:
AI & Artists: A Discussion On What Artists Should Know
Saturday, October 19, 6:30-8pm @ Torpedo Factory Art Center, Grand Hall (105 N. Union St, Alexandria VA 22314)
AI (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.
This 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.
This 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).
The 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).
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.
For 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.

Rejuvenation at VCA Old Town (4/22 – 10/19/2024)
2024-10-19 | VCA Old Town Animal Hospital, 425 N Henry Street, Alexandria, 22314, United States
Rejuvenation Art Exhibit at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital
April 22–October 19, 2024
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The Rejuvenation exhibit features 2D artwork by Del Ray Artisans members at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital. This exhibit features artwork exploring the concept of rejuvenation (the action or process of giving new energy or vigor to something).
VCA Old Town Animal Hospital is located at 425 N Henry Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. There is a parking lot behind VCA Old Town accessible from Princess Street. The animal hospital is open Monday-Friday 7:30am-7pm, Saturday 8am-3pm.
Come see the exhibit April 22, 2024 through October 19, 2024 in the lobby and hallway. Due to client needs, some areas may not be available for immediate viewing. Visitors must let the front desk know they are there to view the art exhibit.
The exhibit is a Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls exhibit in partnership with VCA Old Town. Del Ray Artisans, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
For more information, please contact the curators Liz Martinez (GWW@DelRayArtisans.org) and Carrie Rudman (Carrie.Rudman@VCA.com).
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Artwork credit: Detail of “Butterfly” by Nancy M. Patrick

Happy 275th Anniversary to the City of Alexandria #ALX275 installation (6/7/2024 – 10/28/2024)
2024-10-28 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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:
#ALX275 #CityPride #DelRayArtisans
The 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.
River 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.
The 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).
Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
More information on the City of Alexandria’s 275th Anniversary is available at alexandriava.gov/ALX275.
Yarn bomb installation at River Towers Condominium (April 2024)
#ALX275 installation at Del Ray Artisans (May 2024, in progress)
#ALX275 installation at Del Ray Artisans (June 2024)

$100 and Under at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-11-01 - 2024-12-01 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
$100 and Under Art Exhibit
November 1 – December 1, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, November 1 from 7–9pm
This 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.
Join 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.
All workshops in November are priced at $100 or less, and some programs are free! For information on programs, visit DelRayArtisans.org/programs.
The $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.
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.
For 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.

Artwork credit: “This Monkey Has Gone to Heaven” by Karen Schmitz

Local Artisan Showcase at VCA Alexandria (11/20/2023 – 11/16/2024)
2024-11-16 | VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke St, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
Local Artisan Showcase at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
November 20, 2023 – November 16, 2024
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The Local Artisan Showcase at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital (VCA Alexandria) features Del Ray Artisans members’ artwork. The exhibit is a part of Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls (GWW) program in partnership with VCA Alexandria and features paintings, photography, and mixed media works of art.
The artwork is viewable in-person by appointment only (Monday-Saturday 8am-4pm) because this exhibit is in the exam rooms. Please contact Stephanie Frederick at stephanie.frederick@vca.com to schedule an on-site viewing appointment. The concurrent exhibit in the lobby and side hallways is available for walk-in viewing. Visitors must let the front desk know they are there to view the art exhibit.
Once the exhibit starts, artwork may also be purchased from the online store, and then picked up curbside by appointment by contacting Stephanie Frederick.
This annual exhibit runs November 20, 2023 through November 16, 2024 in the exam rooms at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital at 2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.
For more information, contact curators Liz Martinez (GWW@DelRayArtisans.org) and Stephanie Frederick (sfrederick97@gmail.com).
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Artwork credit: Detail of “Movie Night” by Annemarie Kuhns, linocut print with watercolor, 10 x 8″

Original Expressions at VCA Alexandria (4/8 – 11/16/2024)
2024-11-16 | VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke St, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
Original Expressions Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
April 8 – November 16, 2024
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The Original Expressions exhibit features 2D artwork by Del Ray Artisans members at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital (2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314). This open theme exhibit showcases the artists’ favorites.
Come see the exhibit April 8, 2024 through November 16, 2024. The animal hospital is open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm. Due to client needs, some areas may not be available for immediate viewing. Visitors must let the front desk know they are there to view the art exhibit.
The exhibit is a Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls exhibit in partnership with VCA Alexandria. Del Ray Artisans, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
For more information, please contact the curators Liz Martinez (GWW@DelRayArtisans.org) and Stephanie Frederick (sfrederick97@gmail.com).
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Artwork credit: “Sunflower Splashes” by Tiara Safic-Martin

Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (10/4 - 12/1/2024)
2024-12-01 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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The 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.
All 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.
Gallery 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).
For more information, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).

Holiday Market 2024 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-22 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Del Ray Artisans’ 29th Annual Fine Art & Fine Craft Holiday Market
December 6–22, 2024:
Fridays 6-9pm, Saturdays 9am-5pm, Sundays 11am-5pm
Join 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).
The 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.
Holiday 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.
During 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.
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).
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Weekend 1 (Dec 6-8)
Artists include:

Carolyn Barone, Must Haves…Designs by Carolyn
Maxine Cholmondeley, Max’s Mixtures Candles & Soaps
Rita Cohen
Gretchen D’Amore, gdamore Fine Art
Patty Figliola, Aisling MagickArt
Lori Fredricks
Lesley Hall, Ruthless Art
Robin Hunter-Reid, Moxie & Magic
Thomas Johnson, Infinite Variations Pottery
Stephen Lally Pottery
Megan Levanduski, Megan Elaine Designs
Raven, Crafty Colanah
Cynthia Schoeppel
Ann Cameron Siegal
Kathy Stoner
Patrick Zickler, TreeUnions

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Weekend 2 (Dec 13-15)
Artists include:

Gina Adams, Gina Finding Beauty
Victoria Barnes Photography
Norma Brooks, njb Basket of Jewels
Marcel Artes Deolazo
Timothy Duncan Ceramics
Roz Jacobs, Rozzie Jewelry
Ditas Katague, Ditas Artworks & Yoga
Nancy Kline Art
Maria Loving, Horrible Darlings
Liz Martinez
Bel Montenegro, Bel’s Productions
Patti North, All Fired Up!
Mary Pike, Recycled Bag Lady
Tracy Wilkerson, Recycled Works
Madeline Ramsey, Unique Stained Glass
Jennifer Van Pernis, Distinctive Fabrications
Christine Vinh, StitchesnQuilts

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Weekend 3 (Dec 20-22)
Artists include:

Courtney Arnold, Lola Earnestine
Ken Beerbohm Sculptures
Lynn Chadwick Design
Ed Colahan Pottery
Evelyn Rose Cook
Fin Jullien, FinFurFeathers
Audrey Kremer, AudreyK-Designs
Laine, Lainemindinventions
Susan Lefler Studios
Diana Manchak, designsinclay
Miyoung Obenschain, Purple Cardinal Arts LLC
Diana Papazian, Papazian Design LLC
Susan Pawlukiewicz
Karine Sapondjian
Joyce Wagner, Reinvented Elegance
Tamara Wilkerson, WiRealm by Tamara

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Visual Humor at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2025-01-03 - 2025-02-01 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Visual Humor Art Exhibit
January 3 – February 1, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, January 3 from 7–9pm
Humor 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
The 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.
Join 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.
Plus 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.
Register now for creative workshops held in conjunction with this exhibit:

Knit Amigurumi Workshop on Mondays, January 13 and 20, 6:30-8:30pm
Crochet Amigurumi Workshop on Wednesdays, January 15 and 22, 6:30-8:30pm
Silly Suds: Humorous Soapmaking Workshop on Saturday, January 18, 9am-12pm
Beaded Flying Pig Class on Sunday, January 19, 6-9pm

For details on all upcoming creative programs, visit DelRayArtisans.org/programs.
The 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).
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.
For more information, contact curator Dr. Erica Hughes at zarathustraspeaks@msn.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.

Image credit: Art by Brando, Postcard Design by Gordon Frank

MeWOW: Fabulous Felines at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2025-02-07 - 2025-03-01 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
MeWOW: Fabulous Felines Art Exhibit
February 7 – March 1, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, February 7 from 7–9pm
“Birthday Happys” by Guy Jones
“Lions and Tigers and Tabbies! Oh Meow!”
Local 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.
Come 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.
To 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:

Pop Art Cats for Kids Workshop on Saturday, February 8, 10am-12pm (register in advance)
Del Ray Urban Sketchers at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray on Sunday, February 9, 1-3pm
Playing with Resin Workshop on Monday, February 10, 6-9pm (register in advance)
STEAM-tastic: Mandalas and Meows on Sunday, February 16, 9-10:30am (Ages 6-10) and 10:30am-noon (Ages 10-15)
Figure Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays, February 18 and 25, 7-9pm
Partners in Art Evening on Wednesday, February 19, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)
Nature Journaling Club on Saturday, February 22, 10am-12pm
Intro to Mindful Photography Workshop on Saturday, February 22, 1-5pm (register in advance)
Visit delrayartisans.org/programs for additions and updates

The 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).
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.
For 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.

Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (1/3 - 3/1/2025)
2025-03-01 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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The 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.
All 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. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays 12-6pm, and Sundays 12-6pm (closed on February 2 and March 2).
For more information, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).

Fairy Tales Around the World at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2025-03-07 - 2025-03-29 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Fairy Tales Around the World Art Exhibit
March 7–29, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, March 7 from 7–9pm
“Tiny Travels” by Courtney Pippin-Mathur
Remember 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.
Join 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.
Register now for creative workshops held in conjunction with this exhibit:

Draw your Fairy Home in the Forest (for children ages 6-12 years old) on Saturday, March 8, 10am-12pm
Create 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
Craft a fairy tale inspired Paper Maché Wall Hanging (for children ages 9-15 years old) on Saturdays, March 22 & March 29, 10am-1pm

The 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).
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.
For more information, contact curator Courtney Pippin-Mathur at courtney@pippinmathur.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.

Synchronous at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2025-04-04 - 2025-04-26 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Synchronous Art Exhibit
April 4–26, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, April 4 from 7–9pm
“Synchronous Humanity” by Morgan Parr
The 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.
Join 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.
Del 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.
The 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).
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.
For more information, contact curator Morgan Parr at volunteers@delrayartisans.org or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.

Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (3/7 - 4/26/2025)
2025-04-26 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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The 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.
All 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. 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).
For more information, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).

Alexandria City High School 2025 Titan Student Art Exhibition at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-24 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Alexandria City High School 2025 Titan Student Art Exhibition
May 2–24, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, May 2 from 7–9pm
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Ever 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.
Join 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.
The 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.
Thank 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.
Don’t miss Del Ray Artisans’ creative programs during the exhibition:

First Thursday family-friendly activity and exhibit sneak peek – Thurs., May 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (drop-in)
Spring Art Market – Sat., May 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (drop-in, outdoors)
Del Ray Urban Sketchers at St Elmo’s in Del Ray – Sun., May 11, 1-3pm (drop-in)
Introduction to Intuitive Collage Workshop – Sat., May 17, 10 a.m.-noon (register in advance)
STEAM-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)
Partners in Art Evening – Wed., May 21, 7-9 p.m. (RSVP)

Made possible with support from the City of Alexandria
The 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).
The 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.

Alexandria 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.
Del 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.

Spring Art Market 2025
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Mount Vernon Recreation Center Athletic Fields, 2701 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, 22301, United States
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Del Ray Artisans’ Spring Art Market is on Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 10am-4pm in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery (2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA).
This market that gives you the chance to purchase original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists in a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, and more.
The event is held rain or shine, FREE to browse, and open to the public. Drop in anytime during the event to meet the artists and enjoy the outdoor market.
The featured artists are:

John Allen, Permian Designs
Kristen Anderson, Boot Sole Pottery
Bhavani Arabandi, Samhara Ceramics
Victoria Barnes Photography
Russ Billen
DeVante Capers Artism Gallery
Ed Colahan Pottery
Evelyn Cook
Shelley Degges, Stuff by Shelley
Patty Figliola, Aisling MagickArt
Nicole Gauvin, made by Knerq
Walter Gordon
Lesley Hall-Runner, Ruthless Art
Ellen Hamilton, Yellow Dot Shop
B A Hlioui Art
Haddy K Art and Design
Christine Lederman, Bead Therapy
Horrible Darlings by Ginny Loving
Diana Manchak, designsinclay
Liz Martinez
Isabel Montenegro, Bel’s Creations
Patti North, All Fired Up!
Miyoung Obenschain
Susan Pawlukiewicz, Carvings in Lucite
Mayre Perez, Handmade Goods by Mayre
Mary Pike, Recycled Bag Lady
Rainbow-Wolf Photos
Robin Reid, Moxie & Magic
Tiara Safic-Martin
Ann Cameron Siegal, The Momentary Pause
Jennifer Van Pernis
Joyce Wagner, Reinvented Elegance
Tamara Wilkerson, WiRealm by Tamara
Tracy Wilkerson, Recycled Works
Denise Williams, D’BohoMama
Christina Wise, Dina’s Doodles

Plus step inside Del Ray Artisans gallery to see the Alexandria City High School 2025 Titan Student Art Exhibition (May 2–24, 2025). Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
