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  • Nature Journaling Club

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

    Practiced by artists and naturalists alike, nature journaling is a centuries-old exercise in refining our powers of observation, appreciation for nature, drawing skills, and mindful presence. This group is open to all experience levels as we meet to sketch, connect, and learn together! We meet at 10am in front of Del Ray Artisans on the […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • CANCELLED: Intro to Art Trading Cards (ATCs) featuring Fabric French Roses (Register by 9/26)

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

    Instructor: Sue Rosenbaum Date/Time: Saturday, September 28, 12pm-2:30pm Cost: $32 Del Ray Artisans member / $42 Non-member, plus $20 supply fee Class size: 6-20 participants (Register by September 26) Join Sue Rosenbaum for an introduction to ATCs (Art Trading Cards) and create your own featuring a fabric French Rose and vintage book page collaged background. […]

    $52 – $62
  • Introduction to Knitting Class

    Introduction to Knitting class
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    This time is reserved for the Introduction to Knitting classes on (Thursdays) September 12, 19, and October 3 from 7-8:30pm (three 1.5 hour classes). You must register before midnight on September 9 to attend.

    $75 – $85
  • STEAM-tastic: Design a Robot at Art on the Avenue (Ages 6+)

    Mount Vernon Recreation Center Athletic Fields 2701 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, United States

    Instructor Suzan Ok Shumate Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate Date/Time: Saturday, October 5, 11am-4pm Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Drop-in, this is a self-paced activity) Design your own robot during our drop-in activity in the Kids Art Corner at Art on the Avenue. The Kids Art Corner is located outdoors in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields. […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • Playing with Resin Workshop (Register ASAP)

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

    Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Sunday, October 6 from 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome, space permitting) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as an adhesive, a […]

    $50 – $60
  • Partners in Art (FULL)

    Partners in Art (Afternoon Program – FULL)
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    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 […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • Chirilagua Neighborhood Arts Day / Día de las Artes del Barrio de Chirilagua

    Casa Chirilagua / Four Mile Run Conservatory 4109 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Photo collage credit: Photographs of MakersFEST 2022 courtesy of Karen Schmitz English ↓ | Español ↓ Call for Volunteers Seeking volunteers to help manage the Del Ray Artisans information tent, art-making tents, engage the public, and keep the event attendance tally. Volunteers are needed for both shifts: 11am-2pm (also assists with set-up) and 2pm-5pm (also […]

  • CANCELLED: Del Ray Urban Sketchers

    Del Ray Urban Sketchers (Free)
    St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    UPDATE: We are not meeting on Sunday, October 13. The next session will be Sunday, November 10. 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 […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • Life Drawing Session – Gesture and Short Pose

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

    Drop-in and practice life drawing on two select Tuesday evenings each month. 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 […]

    $8 – $10
  • 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
  • RESCHEDULING – STEAM-tastic: Museum Fluid Collections (Ages 6-10)

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

    Instructor Cristin Guinan-Wiley This workshop is being rescheduled to a new date.  Date TBD. Instructor: Cristin Guinan-Wiley Date/Time: Saturday, October 19, 9am-10:15am Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Register by October 18; drop-ins allowed space permitting) Have you ever wanted to learn about working in a science museum? Join expert Cristin Guinan-Wiley as she provides insights into […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • RESCHEDULING – STEAM-tastic: Museum Fluid Collections (Ages 10-15)

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

    Instructor Cristin Guinan-Wiley This workshop is being rescheduled to a new date.  Date TBD. Instructor: Cristin Guinan-Wiley Date/Time: Saturday, October 19, 10:30am-11:45am Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Register by October 18; drop-ins allowed space permitting) Have you ever wanted to learn about working in a science museum? Join expert Cristin Guinan-Wiley as she provides insights into […]

    FREE, donations appreciated