Del Ray Artisans

Board of Directors Meeting (ONLINE)
2025-10-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) and 5 more dates | Online
This Board meeting will an online meeting through Zoom.
Active members are welcome to attend any Board meeting. If you wish to address the Board or bring something up to the Board during one of these meetings, contact Margaret Slipek at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org at least four days in advance of the meeting to be included on the agenda and receive the Zoom session link.

2025 Annual Member Meeting & 2026 Board of Directors Election
2025-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
2025 Annual Member Meeting & 2026 Board of Directors Election
Sunday, October 26, 6-8pm
All members are invited to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting on Sunday, October 26 from 6-8pm at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Del Ray Artisans President Dawn Wyse Hurto will present a special message about the organization; the membership will vote on the slate (info below) to elect the 2026 Board of Directors; and the 2026 schedule of exhibits and programs will be announced.
Pizza and beverages will be provided. Thank you to Jet’s Pizza for the delicious pizza and generous discount to support our nonprofit. To contribute a side or dessert to share (thank you!), please email Kara Macek at membership@delrayartisans.org.

2026 Board of Directors Slate
Here is the slate of nominees for Del Ray Artisans’ 2026 Board of Directors:

President – Dawn Wyse Hurto
Vice President – Sean Crumley
Secretary – Margaret Slipek
Treasurer – Rita Schooley
Assistant Treasurer – Stephen Lally
Director of…
Archives – Kathryn Brown
Communications – Christian Melgar
Curating – Amy Kitchin Hower
Facilities – Kurt Peterson
Fundraising – (vacant)
Membership – Kara Macek
Outreach – Kelly MacConomy
Programs – Tracy Wilkerson
Technology – Dina Wise
Volunteers – Morgan Parr
Youth Programs – Victoria Walchak

If you are considering running for a position, please email the Nominating Committee at Nominations@DelRayArtisans.org. The 2026 Board will begin its one-year term on January 1, 2026.

Vote at the Meeting or by Proxy
At the Annual Meeting, each member in Good Standing (renew your membership if it has expired) is entitled to one vote in person or by proxy on any matter brought before the membership at any meeting at which quorum has been established. Actions shall pass if they carry a simple majority of the votes cast. (Review the bylaws.)
A member in Good Standing may appoint a proxy to vote for them by filling out the Appointment of Proxy Form. The proxy shall expire at the end of the 2025 Annual Meeting (October 26, 2025). Proxy forms shall not count towards establishing a quorum. Proxy forms must be received before 6pm on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Proxy forms will be emailed to the membership in advance.

In person votes will be cast at the Annual Meeting on Sunday, October 26, 2025 between 6-8pm.

Photo: Blast from the Past – President Michele Reday Cook addresses the membership at the 2013 Annual Meeting.

Board Meeting and Holiday Gathering
2025-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
December 2023 Board of Directors Holiday Gathering (courtesy of Sean Crumley)
The last Board meeting of 2025 will be at the gallery. A short business meeting (beginning at 6:30pm) will be paired with a holiday gathering to thank outgoing 2025 Board Members and welcome incoming 2026 Board Members.
Active members are welcome to attend any Board meeting. If you wish to address the Board or bring something up to the Board during one of these meetings, contact Margaret Slipek at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org at least four days in advance of the meeting to be included on the agenda.

Reserved for Alexandria Film Festival (Internal Meeting)
2026-01-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This date/time is reserved for the Alexandria Film Festival to hold an internal meeting.
The Alexandria Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Alexandria, Virginia.

ONLINE: Washington Calligraphers Guild Study Group
2026-01-27 13:30 - 16:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
NOTE: Due to the weather this event will be held online.
Tuesday, January 27 from 1:30 to 4:30pm is reserved for the Washington Calligraphers Guild.

Reserved for Alexandria Women for Good
2026-02-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Monday, February 16 from 1-3pm is reserved for Alexandria Women for Good.

Member Meeting & Art Supplies Swap
2026-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the Member Meeting & Art Supplies Swap on Sunday, February 22 starting at 6pm.
Save the date for the first member meeting of 2026. Bring the supplies you no longer need and be ready to find a treasure in other’s discards!
If you are bringing boxes of supplies, please limit to no more than three boxes. To help things run smoothly, drop off your treasures at the start of the art supply swap; we won’t be able to accept any treasures after 6:15pm.
We’ll begin with a short meeting, and then select “new to you” art supplies. Looking forward to seeing you at the gallery!
To volunteer to help set up, contribute refreshments, or distribute leftovers elsewhere, please contact the Membership Director, Kara Macek, at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org.

Washington Calligraphers Guild Study Group
2026-03-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Tuesday, March 17 from 1-3pm is reserved for the Washington Calligraphers Guild.

Spring Member Meeting & Benefit Program: Photographing Your Artwork for Exhibit Submissions
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
On Thursday, May 21 starting at 6pm, join your fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the spring member meeting and a FREE member benefit program.
The event will begin with pizza, refreshments, and a brief meeting, then continue into the program. If you would like to contribute refreshments (thank you!), please reach out to the Membership Director, Kara Macek, at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org.
Member Benefit Program: Photographing Your Artwork for Exhibit Submissions
Strong images can make all the difference when applying to exhibitions. In this presentation, we’ll focus on simple, effective techniques to help you capture clear, professional-looking photos of your artwork—using tools you likely already have. We will cover:

How to use natural and artificial lighting to avoid glare and shadows
Simple setups for photographing 2D and 3D artwork
Camera and smartphone tips for sharper, more accurate images
Framing, cropping, and background choices that highlight your work
Common mistakes that can hurt your submissions—and how to avoid them

Whether you’re submitting to juried exhibitions, online galleries, or grant opportunities, having strong documentation of your work is essential. This workshop is designed for artists of all experience levels and will emphasize accessible, budget-friendly approaches.
Members are welcome to bring questions and examples of their work for discussion. We look forward to seeing you at the gallery!

Board Meeting and Holiday Gathering
2026-12-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
December 2023 Board of Directors Holiday Gathering (courtesy of Sean Crumley)
The last Board meeting of 2026 will be at the gallery. A short business meeting (beginning at 6:30pm) will be paired with a holiday gathering to thank outgoing 2026 Board Members and welcome incoming 2027 Board Members.
Active members are welcome to attend any Board meeting. If you wish to address the Board or bring something up to the Board during one of these meetings, contact Margaret Slipek at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org at least four days in advance of the meeting to be included on the agenda.
