In September 2024 Hurricane Helene tore through Western North Carolina and left behind a trail of devastation. Del Ray Artisans member Betsy Lederer has organized Art Rx for Madison County NC to assist with the recovery by equipping the arts community with supplies—for artists, from artists. You can support this effort by donating new or like new art […]
UPDATE: The session on Tuesday, January 7th has been cancelled due to the weather. The next session will be on Tuesday, January 21st. 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 […]
Save the date for Open Mic: Amateur Stand-Up Comedy Night on Friday, January 10, 8-10pm. Enjoy the fun puns and show your appreciation for the laughs by adding a few dollars to the donation jar. All proceeds support Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Come on your own or with friends to this entertaining drop-in event. Mark […]
Book: “Paris in Ruins: Love, War, and the Birth of Impressionism” by Sebastian Smee Facilitator: Marshall Carolus Meeting Date: Saturday, January 11, 10am-12pm (Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite) “The Pulitzer Prize–winning art critic’s gripping account of the “Terrible Year” in Paris and its monumental impact on the rise of Impressionism. From the summer of […]
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 […]
The afternoon program is FULL. If you would like to join the evening program, 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 feedback on artwork. Monthly meetings include discussions on exhibit opportunities, the creative process […]
Instructor: Dawn Zurell, dmzurell@gmail.com Date/Time: Mondays, January 13 and 20, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $70 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; plus students must bring supplies Class size: 2-6 participants (Register in advance.) This advanced beginner class is great for those who are relatively new to knitting and want to try amigurumi techniques. It is spread […]
Instructor: Dawn Zurell, dmzurell@gmail.com Date/Time: Wednesdays, January 15 and 22, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $70 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; plus students must bring supplies Class size: 2-6 participants (Register in advance.) This advanced beginner class is great for those who are relatively new to crochet and want to try amigurumi techniques. It is spread […]
Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate Date/Time: Saturday, January 18, 9am-12pm Cost: $35 Del Ray Artisans member / $45 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 4-10 participants (Register in advance; walk-ins welcome if space permits) Get ready to laugh and lather as you create your own humorous soaps (winking owls, poop emojis, wacky animals, and […]
UPDATE at 12:30pm: The National Weather Service has decreased expected snow totals, now anticipating closer to 1 inch of accumulation rather than the higher range initially expected. This adjustment is due to the later-than-expected arrival of the arctic front, which may bring more rain or a rain/snow mix before transitioning to snow later today. The […]
UPDATE: A new date is being scheduled for the second class. Registered participants will receive an email from the instructor. This time is reserved for the Knit Amigurumi workshop. You must register in advance to attend. View other upcoming workshops, information about the facility and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
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 […]