The band Color School performs outdoors in Del Ray Artisans gardens from 3-5pm on the closing day (Saturday, May 28) of the Drips, Lines, Splatters, and Splash: A Celebration of the Washington Color School art exhibit to kickoff summer and the start of our Creative Summer Programs (June 1–August 31).Most of the members of the […]
On First Thursday 6/2 at Del Ray Artisans gallery get a sneak peek of the upcoming Afros and Abstract art exhibit (open 12-9pm). The evening outdoor activity has been canceled due to the weather.Artwork credit: “The Other Lois and Clark” by Gordon Thomas Frank featured in the “Afros and Abstract” exhibit. Del Ray celebrates First […]
The afternoon program is FULL; do not drop-in. If you would like to join the evening program that is currently sharing feedback via email and/or in person, contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) for information and registration. Need support reaching your art related goals? Join this collegial group of artists to share your goals and get […]
This workshop is being postponed. New date TBD.Instructor: Tamara WilkersonDate/Time: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 6-8:30pmCost: $40 for DRA members and $50 for non-members; plus $25 supply feeClass Size: 6-12 participants(Register by June 4) WHAT YOU LEARN Em-power-UP to learn the basics of wire jewelry-making and jewelry repair! With 16 years of experience, your instructor […]
Instructor: Shona D’Cruz (pronounced “shawna”)Dates: Saturday, June 11 from 6:30–8:30pmCost: $65 for Del Ray Artisans members and $80 for non-members, plus a $20 supply feeClass size: 6-14 (16 years minimum age)(Register ASAP)Create a one-of-a-kind mini mosaic pendant out of beautiful millefiori, tiny ceramic tiles, glass tiles, natural stones and other fun materials. During this 2-hour class, […]
Join us at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub on the second* Sunday of the month from 1-3pm! Urban Sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations. Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and typically meets the second Sunday of each month. […]
This workshop has been rescheduled to Sunday, August 21 from 6-9pm.Instructor: Tracy WilkersonDate/Time: Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 6-9pmCost: $40 for Del Ray Artisans Members and $50 for non-members, plus a $10 supply feeClass size: 6-12 participants(Register by June 9) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use […]
Join us Monday, June 13 between 4-8pm for a free event making All Occasion art cards to benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. “Cardie Host” Karen Schmitz shows art techniques, and all supplies are provided. The cards made will replenish the gallery card display or may be purchased to cover supplies and event organizer’s time. All […]
Drop-in and practice life drawing on Tuesday, June 14 from 7-10pm. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. Traditional drawing media (such as pencils, pens, and charcoal) are welcome; and pastels, watercolor and ink are permissible. Please do not bring acrylics or oil paints. We don't […]
Book: “The Duchamp Dictionary” by Thomas GirstFacilitator: Rusty LynnMeeting Date: Saturday, June 18 from 10am-12pm(Drop-in, set a reminder through Eventbrite)Come to our book club meeting on Saturday, June 18 from 10am to noon at the gallery. The book for this meeting is “The Duchamp Dictionary” by Thomas Girst. Marcel Duchamp was one of the most […]
Instructor: Holly BlackDate: Monday, June 20 from 6-8:30pmCost: $35 for DRA members and $45 for non-members, plus a $10 supply feeClass size: 6-14 participants(Register by midnight on June 17)Learn traditional and contemporary pen & ink techniques using a Uniball Vision fine point pen. Explore techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching and stippling with the pen and […]
UPDATE: The in-person meeting has been canceled, but art sharing by email maybe possible, contact Michele at mredaycook@gmail.com for more information. Calling fellow artists, beginners to professionals, you are invited to join our art-support group, to share artistic goals, techniques, and the local art scene. Participants may show one or two artworks, any medium, in […]