CANCELLED: Create an Art Inventory System in Excel (Register by 4/18)
2025-04-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This workshop has been cancelled.
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com
Date/Time: Monday, April 21, 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; Bring items listed below
Class size: 6-12 participants
(Register by April 18)
Do you have lots of art pieces stored at home, but have to whip out the tape measure every time you submit to another show? Do you rack your brain to remember how you priced it last time? Have you submitted an art piece to a show, only to remember later that it is currently hanging elsewhere? Then this workshop is for you!
Designed for those who know the basics of using Excel, this workshop will teach you how to build your art inventory ‘system’ using an Excel file and a file folder holding your art photos. The goal is to create a system for keeping track of each art piece – size, medium, price, and other characteristics – as well as where each art piece currently is, where you’ve shown it before, and any other pertinent information about your artwork.
In this class, you will receive the instructor’s art inventory file ‘template,’ which you will then edit to your specific needs with help from the instructor. By the end of the class, you will have a working Excel inventory file to which you can add more artwork as you continue creating.
Required to bring to class: a laptop, access to Excel, your art inventory list and photos.
Everything you learn in this class will help you create Excel files for other uses, and there are so many other uses!

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Figure Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session
2025-04-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 October.
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 supply easels – only plenty of chairs – but you are welcome to bring your own easel if you want to use one. All skill levels are welcome.
The first part of this session will be focused on gesture poses (dynamic 1-5 minute poses) to loosen up and participate in a fun, fast-paced drawing experience. The second hour will be a few short poses for more detailed drawings leading up to up to two 20-minute poses.
Fee for each session is $8 for Del Ray Artisans members and $10 for non-members. If you have any questions or would like to participate as a model for our sessions, please contact Brando Gould at LifeDrawing@DelRayArtisans.org.
View artwork from past DRA Figure Drawing Sessions on Instagram! Tag #dralifedraw or @dralifedraw for your work to be featured.
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Artwork credit: “To The Beat” by Katherine Rand

Everlasting Paper Blooms Workshop (Register ASAP)
2025-04-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Jill Welch, contact@fairydusted.com
Date/Time: Thursday, April 24, 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $75 Del Ray Artisans member / $85 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee
Class size: 6-18 participants
(Register by April 23)
Make your own everlasting paper blooms! Take a deep breath, tap into your creativity, and rejuvenate your spirit in this hands-on workshop, where you’ll learn how to craft stunning, long-lasting paper flowers using simple materials. Starting with a flat sheet of high-quality European crepe paper, you’ll sculpt beautiful artistic blooms that will last.
No prior crafting experience is necessary—if you can cut, color, and follow instructions, you’ll leave with a gorgeous creation and the skills to continue your paper flower-making journey. By the end, you’ll have at least one beautiful bloom to take home, along with the skills and supplies to create a small bouquet.
Skills you’ll leave with: 1) How to cut, shape and color crepe paper into petals; 2) How to cut and wire leaves for added details; and 3) Tips on adding artistic details and dimension to your blooms.
Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or just wanting to unwind and refresh, this workshop is perfect for everyone.
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STEAM-tastic: Make art inspired by Alma Thomas at Dragon Fest, George Mason Elementary
2025-04-25 17:00 - 20:00 | George Mason Elementary School, 2601 Cameron Mills Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22302, United States
Instructor: Morgan Parr
Date/Time: Friday, April 25, 5-8pm
Cost: FREE, donations appreciated
(Drop-in, this is a self-paced activity)
Make your own 5×5-inch artwork inspired by Alma Thomas at Del Ray Artisans’ youth art activity booth at Dragon Fest at George Mason Elementary (2601 Cameron Mills Rd, Alexandria VA).
Alma Thomas’ art was kindled by what she saw around her and used circles, stripes and dashes to create brilliantly colored works of art. New York City’s art museum, The Whitney, featured her Paintings of Earth and Space in the first solo show by a black woman, and she spent most of her life working with and teaching youth about art.

STEAM-tastic @ DRA – Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic program is made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2025 Annual Arts Program Grant and through a generous donation supporting youth art programs from Genesis Inspiration Foundation.

Nature Journaling Club 2025
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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!
Del Ray Artisans’ Nature Journaling Club meets at 10am in front of Del Ray Artisans on the final Saturday morning of the month (except not in July, November, and December).
Participants will need to bring their own sketchbooks and supplies. We will have plenty of time for sketching in nature before gathering again at 11:30am to share our sketches and observations and discuss tips and tools for nature journaling in the wild. We hope you will join us as we strengthen our art and inquiry practice together!
Suggested supplies: sketchbook, pens, pencils, colored pencils, watercolor pencils, or other portable media, and a water bottle since we will be outdoors. You may also want to bring something to sit on (folding chair or blanket).
NOTE: This program is held outdoors and will be canceled if raining.
This program is FREE! Donations appreciated. For more information, contact the coordinators: Stephanie Darlene Greenwald (stephanie@stephaniedarlene.com) and Meredith D’Amore (meredith.w.damore@gmail.com).
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Artwork credit: Drawing by Meredith D’Amore

Neurographic Art Workshop (Register ASAP)
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Morgan Parr
Date/Time: Saturday, April 26, 10am-noon
Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus $5 Supply Fee
Class size: 4-25 participants
(Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome if space permits)
You don’t have to be an artist to make art with Neurographic Art. A neuron is a cell that carries messages between the brain and other parts of our body and that is the basic unit of our central nervous system. Graphic is the artistic use of pictures, shapes and words. This activity helps you to connect with the art making process and allows your mind to relax.
Supplies are provided but please feel free to bring markers, pens or watercolors to add color to your project.
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Image credit: Neurographic art by Morgan Parr

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Courtney LeBlanc, Book Launch
2025-04-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join Courtney LeBlanc, Arlington Poet Laureate, for the launch party celebrating her new book, Her Dark Everything, on Saturday, April 26 from 7-9pm. This event is for adults only.

First Thursday: Make art inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
2025-05-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
April showers bring May Day flowers at Del Ray Artisans. Join us for a free, artful, family-friendly activity from 6:30-8:00pm on First Thursday, May 1. Artist Morgan Parr will be exploring the floral expressions of iconic American artist Georgia O’Keeffe. Make your own pretty-in-pastel picture for your home art gallery.
To celebrate this Dog Days in Del Ray First Thursday, humans and dogs are welcome to a sneak peek of the totally terrific Alexandria City High School Titan Student Exhibition. There will be treats available for your canine companions inside the gallery too!
Make art inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe activity (Photo courtesy of Morgan Parr)

Every year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month.
Join the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes:

April 3, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue
May 1, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray
June 5, 2025 – theme TBD (2024 theme: Jump into Summer)
July 3, 2025 – theme TBD (2024 theme: Red, White and Blue (Gallery is closed)
August 7, 2025 – theme TBD (2024 theme: Del Ray Olympics)
September 4, 2025 – theme TBD (2024 theme: Saddle Up)

Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.

STEAM-tastic: Analogous Watercolor Leaves (Ages 6-12)
2025-05-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor Morgan Parr
Instructor: Morgan Parr
Date/Time: Saturday, May 3, 10am-12pm
Cost: $25/child
Class size: 3-15 participants
(Register in advance; walk-ins allowed, space permitting.)
Georgia O’Keeffe’s style of large-scale flowers, trees, and leaves that used distortion were inspired by her summer vacations to New Mexico. These beautifully colored leaves are sure to brighten up your home. Join us while we practice drawing organic shapes to create curvy oak leaves while learning about Color Theory and the amazing pioneer of modern art: Georgia O’Keeffe. All the supplies are provided.
This workshop is for participants ages 6-12 years old. Family members are welcome to attend, listen, and learn. Please contact the Youth Programs Director at youth@delrayartisans.org with any questions.
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STEAM-tastic @ DRA – Come join us at Del Ray Artisans for interactive classes about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), taught by professionals from each field! Geared toward kids and teens, each lesson has a short talk or demonstration and a hands-on craft project. Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic workshops are made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2025 Annual Arts Program Grant.

View all upcoming workshops, information about the facility, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.

Partners in Art (FULL)
2025-05-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 and the local art scene. Artist can bring 1-2 works – complete or in progress – for feedback. All skill levels and media welcome.
This program is free, but donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated. Contact Mila Mateu (milaenartes@gmail.com) or Suzanne Tillman (zannet@verizon.net) with questions about the afternoon program.
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Del Ray Urban Sketchers 2025
2025-05-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-08 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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.)
Urban sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations.
Bring your supplies and join us outside at the cafe to produce still life, figure, or architecture subjects in your sketchbook. Participants will spend some time putting their skills into practice and then reconvene for a review of finished works.
This program is FREE! Donations appreciated. Meet outside at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub (2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301). Contact the organizer, Joan Bickelhaupt (joanbickelhaupt@gmail.com), with any questions.
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Photo courtesy of Joan Bickelhaupt

RESCHEDULED: Playing with Resin Workshop
2025-05-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This workshop has been rescheduled to Sunday, August 10th.
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com
Date/Time: Sunday, May 11, 6-9pm
Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee
Class size: 6-12 participants
(Register by May 8)
Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as an adhesive, a covering, or the main medium. There’s lots of creative time during this 3-hour workshop… No need to rush, which is one of the first lessons in using resin! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring personal embellishments for your piece(s).
This workshop does not get into using dyes with resin or building big molds to create one-of-a-kind resined tables (as seen on YouTube), but this workshop will provide you with a good understanding of how resin works so you can be bold enough to take the next steps in your creative interests.
Although the class is listed for 3 hours, you can leave once you have finished your creations. Some students finish very quickly while others take the whole 3 hours to create – there is plenty of time for each person to enjoy the creative process while not feeling rushed. You’ll leave your finished masterpiece(s) to set at the gallery at the end of the workshop, and pick them up during gallery hours later in the week.
The workshop is designed for adults. Children ages 16-17 may participate with parental permission. Children ages 12-15 may participate only with a co-participating adult guardian (guardian must contact instructor in advance).

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CANCELED: STEAM-tastic: Have a Voice - Poster for the Planet! (Ages 6-10)
2025-05-18 09:00 - 10:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor Ruth Furpahs
Instructor: Ruth Furpahs
Date/Time: Sunday, May 18, 9-10:30am
Cost: $20/child
Class size: 1-15 participants
(Register by May 14)
Create a poster with a Punch! To honor the earth, create a poster emphasizing an environmental problem and/or solution. These may be from personal experience or from any background knowledge you may have. Also the instructor will share some of the leading environmental issues today to help with ideas. Before this workshop, you can research topics or imagery (on a non-copyrighted site such as Unsplash).
Let’s hear your voice – create a poster with a positive solution to an environmental issue of today! Using colored soft pastels, markers, and other drawing materials you will create a poster that you can display in your home or post online for family and friends to see.
Participants will learn how to focus on craftsmanship, understand the use of color to create a poster and more about the principles and elements of art and design.
The hands-on activity is for participants’ ages 6-10. Family members are welcome to attend, listen, and learn. Please contact the Youth Programs Director at youth@delrayartisans.org with any questions.

STEAM-tastic @ DRA – Come join us at Del Ray Artisans for interactive classes about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), taught by professionals from each field! Geared toward kids and teens, each lesson has a short talk or demonstration and a hands-on craft project. Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic workshops are made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2025 Annual Arts Program Grant.

View all upcoming workshops, information about the facility, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.

CANCELED: STEAM-tastic: Have a Voice - Poster for the Planet! (Ages 11-17)
2025-05-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor Ruth Furpahs
Instructor: Ruth Furpahs
Date/Time: Sunday, May 18, 11am-12:30pm
Cost: $20/child
Class size: 1-15 participants
(Register by May 14)
Create a poster with a Punch! To honor the earth, create a poster emphasizing an environmental problem and/or solution. These may be from personal experience or from any background knowledge you may have. Also the instructor will share some of the leading environmental issues today to help with ideas. Before this workshop, you can research topics or imagery (on a non-copyrighted site such as Unsplash).
Let’s hear your voice – create a poster with a positive solution to an environmental issue of today! Using colored soft pastels, markers, and other drawing materials you will create a poster that you can display in your home or post online for family and friends to see.
Participants will learn how to focus on craftsmanship, understand the use of color to create a poster and more about the principles and elements of art and design.
The hands-on activity is for participants’ ages 11-17. Family members are welcome to attend, listen, and learn. Please contact the Youth Programs Director at youth@delrayartisans.org with any questions.

STEAM-tastic @ DRA – Come join us at Del Ray Artisans for interactive classes about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), taught by professionals from each field! Geared toward kids and teens, each lesson has a short talk or demonstration and a hands-on craft project. Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic workshops are made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2025 Annual Arts Program Grant.

View all upcoming workshops, information about the facility, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.

Spring Member Meeting & Benefit Program: Prepping Your Artwork for Success
2025-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
On Sunday, May 18 starting at 4pm, join your fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the spring member meeting and this FREE member benefit program to find out how you can prepare to show your work successfully at Del Ray Artisans and beyond.
Many art galleries will refuse to accept artwork that is poorly wired, incorrectly framed, or otherwise not finished professionally. Why risk losing your entry fee for something that is so easily within your control? Come to this program to learn tips and tricks for successful finishing! In addition, you’ll learn how to prep files ahead of time, including creating and maintaining your artist bio, building an inventory database of all your pieces, and keeping a photo library. When you have everything properly set up, you can respond to calls for entry whenever they pop up, even if the deadline is tomorrow (or today)!
The event will begin with a brief meeting and include light refreshments. If you would like to contribute refreshments (thank you!), please reach out to the Membership Director, Kara Macek, at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org.
We look forward to seeing you at the gallery!

Partners in Art Evening (RSVP in Advance)
2025-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 for details and registration BEFORE the day of the meeting.
This program is free. Donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated. Contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) with questions.
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Figure Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session
2025-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 October.
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 supply easels – only plenty of chairs – but you are welcome to bring your own easel if you want to use one. All skill levels are welcome.
The first part of this session will be focused on gesture poses (dynamic 1-5 minute poses) to loosen up and participate in a fun, fast-paced drawing experience. The second hour will be a few short poses for more detailed drawings leading up to up to two 20-minute poses.
Fee for each session is $10 for Del Ray Artisans members and $15 for non-members. If you have any questions or would like to participate as a model for our sessions, please contact Brando Gould at LifeDrawing@DelRayArtisans.org.
View artwork from past DRA Figure Drawing Sessions on Instagram! Tag #dralifedraw or @dralifedraw for your work to be featured.
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Artwork credit: Detail of “To The Beat” by Katherine Rand

First Thursday: Create Pop Art featuring Washington Sports Teams 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
2025-06-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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.
On the June 5th “Rep Your Team” First Thursday, come to Del Ray Artisans to create pop art featuring Washington sports teams. Choose a template featuring the team logos for the Capitals, Commanders, DC United, Mystics, Nationals, Spirit, or Wizards—or draw your own!
The activity is inspired by renowned pop art artist Andy Warhol, including his piece “The Great One” featuring Wayne Gretzky. Select the Washington Capitals template to honor our own “Great” 8, Alex Ovechkin, and celebrate his recent triumph of surpassing Gretzky as the all-time highest goal scoring player in the NHL.
Drop-in; all ages and skill levels welcome.

Create your own Washington Capitals Pop Art on First Thursday (June 5, 2025)
“The Great One” (Wayne Gretzky) by Andy Warhol
“The Cubist Captain” (Alex Ovechkin) by Kelly MacConomy

Every year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month.
Join the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes:

April 3, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue
May 1, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray
June 5, 2025 – Rep Your Team
July 3, 2025 – Red, White, And Bloom
August 7, 2025 – Surf’s Up
September 4, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue

Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.

RESCHEDULED to 8/2: Ceramic Turtle Workshop (Adults & Youth ages 13+)
2025-06-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 turtle by forming shapes from soft clay in different patterns and learn how to make limbs and head to complete their turtle. We will use a variety of basic clay techniques that are the foundation for all clay work.
Students will select a glaze color or two and the instructor will dry and fire each turtle and return the finished pieces for pick up at the gallery. Students will be notified once the finished pieces are back at the gallery.
Adults and participants ages 13+ years old are welcome. Please wear clothes appropriate for art projects or bring a smock.

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Intro to Mindful Photography Workshop (Register ASAP)
2025-06-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 our routines and hustle through our days without stopping to take pause, take notice of our surroundings in a meaningful way.
Using a camera lens (any camera lens will do—including your smartphone!) we will learn to notice and observe our surroundings from new perspectives. Mindfulness has been scientifically proven to promote an overall sense of well-being in its practitioners, however sometimes more traditional practices may not always resonate, and that’s okay. Through this workshop you can explore and learn the fundamental concepts of mindfulness through a fun and creative medium! All levels of experience with both photography and mindfulness are welcome—including none! This workshop does not focus on technical photography skills, but rather the experience of viewing ourselves, our immediate surroundings, and our connections to the world at large through a new and different lens.
This program focuses on teaching the fundamentals of mindfulness through fun and creative means. It utilizes photography as a tool to explore present moment awareness, curiosity, non-judgment and gratitude while viewing the world from a new perspective. This program does not focus on technical photography skills, so participants only need a smartphone, though all photography equipment is welcome. Part of the workshop will take place outdoors if weather permits, otherwise it will be adapted to take place indoors.
Participants will need access to some kind of camera—a smartphone will suffice, works great and is strongly encouraged, though participants can bring any camera they choose to work with, or multiple camera options. This workshop will mainly be inside, but may move outside for part of the time if weather permits.
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UFO: UnFinished prOjects (Register ASAP; Walk-ins Welcome)
2025-06-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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! Grab your art project and supplies, come on down to Del Ray Artisans, and socialize with others while you work on or finish your project.
DRA will provide small snacks, water, glue (Elmer’s and glue sticks), tape, pens, and scissors – you bring whatever else you need.
Although we’d love to see everyone, workspace is limited so please only bring projects that can fit on a table shared with 3 other people AND that is not too messy, time-consuming, or sensory-sensitive.
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Intro to Acrylic Paint Pour Workshop (Register ASAP)
2025-06-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 abstract paintings using the fluidity of acrylic paints. Ditas Katague, local painter, jewelry maker and yoga instructor will guide you through the layered cup “dirty pouring” method, to achieve stunning, one-of-a-kind artworks.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your pouring skills, this workshop offers a relaxed and supportive environment for exploration and creativity.
Option: Finish off your masterpiece by also registering for the Resin Your Canvas or Panel Workshop taught by Tracy Wilkerson on Monday, June 16, 6:30-8:30pm and save $10 when you sign up for both at the same time!
You’ll leave your finished artwork to set at the gallery at the end of the workshop, and pick it up during gallery hours later in the week. If you are planning to resin your art during Tracy Wilkerson’s workshop on June 16, you can leave the piece there for the resin workshop.
This workshop is designed for adults. Children ages 16-17 may participate with parental permission. Children ages 12-15 may participate only with a co-participating adult guardian (guardian must contact instructor in advance).
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CANCELED: La Siréne: Bead Embroidery Workshop
2025-06-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 inner mermaid, we have just the creative class for you.
Please join us for La Siréne, an intermediate bead embroidery class. In this class, you will learn beaded backstitch stitch and brick stitch edging as you make your very own mermaid tail. If you are already comfortable with backstitch, you can learn how to add a beautiful coil border to your work.
We will meet in two class sessions (June 12 and June 19) allowing you to practice the stitches and to complete your personalized mermaid tail.

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Resin Your Canvas or Panel Workshop (Register ASAP)
2025-06-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, 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 up for this class! You will learn the basics of resin and then mix the resin and cover your piece. You’ll leave your finished artwork to set at the gallery at the end of the workshop, and pick them up during gallery hours later in the week.
Option: First take the Acrylic Paint Pour Workshop with Ditas Katague on Monday, June 9, 6:30-8:30pm, and then come to this workshop to resin your masterpiece! Save $10 when you sign up for both workshops at the same time. Register by June 6 for this discount.
The workshop is designed for adults. Children ages 16-17 may participate with parental permission. Children ages 12-15 may participate only with a co-participating adult guardian (guardian must contact instructor in advance).
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