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  • STEAM-tastic: From Cells to Biomes – Fluid Pours (Ages 10-15)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Instructor Suzan Ok Shumate Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate, suzanok@gmail.com Date/Time: Saturday, August 31, 11am-1pm Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Register by August 30; drop-ins allowed space permitting) Learn about life science with STEM teacher Suzan Shumate. You'll explore life on Earth from the cells to ecosystems. Then, you'll use acrylic pouring to create colorful, abstract paintings […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • Figure Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session

    Life Drawing Session – Gesture and Short Pose
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]

    $10 – $15
  • First Thursday: Create Pop Art featuring Washington Sports Teams 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)

    First Thursday Activity 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity. The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. Plus enjoy the current art exhibit! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • RESCHEDULED to 8/2: Ceramic Turtle Workshop (Adults & Youth ages 13+)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    This workshops has been rescheduled to August 2nd. Instructor: Diana Manchak Date/Time: Saturday, June 7, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 8-12 participants (Register by midnight on June 4) Design and create a one-of-a-kind keepsake turtle. Students will use stoneware clay to hand-build a […]

    $50 – $60
  • Del Ray Urban Sketchers 2025

    St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and meets the second Sunday of most months at St. Elmo's Coffee Pub in Del Ray. (Del Ray Urban Sketchers does not meet in July, August, and December.) <!--Mark your calendar or set a reminder in Eventbrite.--> Urban sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • Intro to Mindful Photography Workshop (Register ASAP)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Instructor: Rainbow-Wolf Sabin Date/Time: Sunday, June 8, 1-4pm Cost: $60 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; Bring your camera or smartphone Class size: 4-12 participants (Register by June 5) "Mindful" by Rainbow-Wolf Sabin Sometimes we get stuck in seeing the world around us from the same perspective day after day. We get caught in […]

    $60 – $80
  • UFO: UnFinished prOjects (Register ASAP; Walk-ins Welcome)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Coordinator: Amy Castine Date/Time: Sunday, June 8, 6-9pm Cost: $15 Del Ray Artisans member / $25 Non-member Class size: 6-24 participants (Register to save your seat; Walk-ins welcome, space permitting) Do you have an unfinished art project that you want to get done but haven't made time for it yet? Then this is for you! […]

    $15 – $25
  • Intro to Acrylic Paint Pour Workshop (Register ASAP)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Instructor: Ditas Katague Date/Time: Monday, June 9, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $15 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register in advance) Join us for a creative journey into acrylic "dirty pour" technique! In this 2-hour workshop at Del Ray Artisans, you'll learn the art of creating mesmerizing […]

    $55 – $65
  • CANCELED: La Siréne: Bead Embroidery Workshop

    La Siréne (Two 3-hour Classes)
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Instructor:Amy Castine Date/Time: Thursdays, June 12th and 19th, 6-9pm Cost: $90 Del Ray Artisans member / $100 Non-member; plus $15 supply fee Class size: 4-8 participants (Register by June 9 - No walk-ins allowed) As summer approaches, many peoples' thoughts are filled with warm afternoons lounging by the sea. If this visual calls to your […]

    $105 – $115
  • Resin Your Canvas or Panel Workshop (Register ASAP)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson Date/Time: Monday, June 16, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus a $15 Supply Fee Class size: 4-12 participants (Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome, space permitting) Do you have a canvas or panel (up to 12 x 12 inches) that you want to cover with resin? Then sign […]

    $35 – $45
  • Figure Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session

    Life Drawing Session – Gesture and Short Pose
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]

    $10 – $15
  • Partners in Art Evening (RSVP in Advance)

    Partners in Art Evening
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    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 any stage, for advice and feedback. To join our small, friendly, and supportive artists’ group, contact Michele Reday Cook at mredaycook@gmail.com […]

    FREE, donations appreciated