Del Ray Artisans

Radical Sewing Club-ALX
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Welcome to Radical Sewing Club-ALX!
Started in LA by Scout Quiquivix, the Alexandria chapter is a monthly drop-in style meeting where you can learn clothing repair, hand and machine sewing, or bring your own project to work on with the community.
Radical Sewing Club is about more than sewing–it’s a space to reimagine craft outside of capitalism, to resist exploitation and oppression, and to stitch together a world based on care and solidarity. All who share these values are welcome.
Registration: Registration is not required, but you may set a reminder in Eventbrite.
Cost: Recommended donation of $10 or pay what you can. No one turned away for lack of funds! Monetary donations will be split between Del Ray Artisans (our wonderful hosts) and Radical Sewing Club for continued materials.
Have materials to donate? We welcome fabric (full cuts and scraps alike), thread, needles, interfacing, embroidery hoops, buttons, pins, trims, lace, and functional zippers.
Contact: radicalsewingclubalx@pm.me or @radicalsewingclub_alx on Instagram
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Applique for Mending and Decoration (Register by 6/18)
2026-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Syd Grossman
Date/Time: Sunday, June 21, 10am to Noon
Cost: $25 per DRA member/$36 per non-member, plus a $5 supply fee
Class size: 5-15 participants
(Register by June 18)
Applique is the process of applying material to the surface of another material for decoration (or mending!). Learn how to hand-sew patches onto ripped or worn areas, or to decorate clothes.
Applique was originally used as a way to strengthen clothing and moved into artistic endeavors with quilting, banners, wall hangings and more! This practice transcends cultures and can be found in examples around the world throughout time.
We will go through the process of choosing the best fabrics for your item and hand-sew the patches on. The applique patches will be simple, but examples will be available for how you can create art out of a variety of shapes.
Ideas for clothing or items to bring are: Shirts with logos you’d like to cover, pants with wear or rips in the knees, a jacket you’d like to personalize.
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Image credit: Syd Grossman

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Live From Your Studio - Connect with fellow DRA artists
2026-06-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-19 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
Live From Your Studio is a free, members-only, virtual gathering where Del Ray Artisans members can connect from their art-making space. This virtual event will take place monthly on the third Sunday of the month (excluding December) over Zoom. Artists are encouraged (but not required) to join from their studios and make art during the session. These events will allow members to paint and create art together, and forge deeper connections to other members.
RSVP at least a week before the gathering to help organizers prepare. Zoom connection information will be emailed to you two days before the gathering. If you have any questions, please contact organizer Laura Flynn Geissel at flynnmail52@proton.me and Membership Director Kara Macek at membership@delrayartisans.org.
Not a member? It’s easy to join Del Ray Artisans. Artist ($30-$110) and Patron ($250+) level memberships enjoy exhibition and program privileges. Supporter level memberships ($40/year) do not have exhibition privileges, but supporters have program privileges and may participate in programs such as this one!
Although this is a free event, as a nonprofit organization, donations are always welcome to support our mission of promoting art for the benefit of artists and the community. Donate online or at the gallery.
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Playing with Resin Workshop (Register by 6/17)
2026-06-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com
Date/Time: Sunday, June 21, 6-9pm
Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee
Class size: 6-12 participants
(Register by June 17)
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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Life Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session
2026-06-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Drop-in and practice figure drawing on select Tuesday and Thursday 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 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 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

Nature Journaling Club
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-29 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). Mark your calendar or set a reminder in Eventbrite.
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 to our nonprofit arts organization are 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

Junk Journaling Workshop
2026-07-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Azita R. Houshiar
Date/Time: Sunday, July 5, 10am-1pm
Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus $10 supply fee
Class size: 5-12 participants
(Register in advance to guarantee a spot; walk-ins welcome, space permitting.)
Collage by Azita Houshiar
Come to play and experiment freely, and leave with pages started and ideas you can continue exploring long after the class ends. Junk Journaling blends the art of collage with the practice of journaling, offering a playful, low-pressure way to explore creativity without worrying about perfection. The emphasis is on curiosity, intuition, experimentation, and discovering your own expressive style.
In this workshop, you’ll learn practical techniques for collage, layering, and composition, and receive guidance on using found paper, packaging, tags, embellishments, and everyday “junk” to create layered, expressive journal pages that reflect your personal perspective and storytelling style.
Please bring your own journal. If you don’t have one yet, high-quality paper will be provided so you can experiment and create during class. All other supplies will be included, such as paper, ephemera, stickers, tape, glue, and basic tools. You’re also welcome to bring old photographs, mementos, or personal collage materials you enjoy using, especially items that hold meaning for you.
This beginner-friendly class is open to teenagers and adults of all skill levels.
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5-day Figure Drawing Bootcamp (9am–3pm/day)
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-10 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10
9am–3pm each day
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Want to sharpen your figure drawing skills and take your work to the next level? Sign up for our 5-day Figure Drawing Bootcamp, where we’ll dive into artistic anatomy through a combination of short and long poses designed to teach you about the structure of the human body and creating a dynamic drawing. This year’s workshop will be taught by Veronica Severini, a figure artist and medical illustrator-in-training from Chicago. Veronica’s knowledge of artistic anatomy will guide you through seeing the figure and making intentional drawing decisions.
Each day features two unique models, ensuring an engaging experience, with an hour break for lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm.
Immerse yourself in a creative environment, fostering both artistic expression, learning, and community. Unleash your creativity and join a vibrant community of local artists!
We’re offering a discounted weekly rate! Just $200 for DRA members and $250 for non-members for the 5-day pass. Anyone can drop-in on the day(s) they select for $55/day for members and $65/day for non-members.
Purchase our $30 supply kit (optional), and we will provide a basic set you need to get started. The kit includes newsprint, charcoal, fine art paper, and pastels. Keep any unused newsprint/charcoal at the end of the session!
If you’d like to bring your own supplies, we recommend:

50+ Sheets of Newsprint (preferably 14″ x 16″ or 18″ x 24″)
Charcoal (Vine, Compressed, Thick, Conte, White, whichever your preference)
Graphite of your choice
Grey and/or Tan Toned Strathmore or Canson Mi-Teintes Drawing Paper (for longer poses)
Rags/Blending stumps/Paper towels
Kneaded & Solid Erasers

BYO easels and clip-boards! We will have a few + the personal-sized folding tables, but they are all first come, first serve as storage space is limited.
*Note: No oil paint during these sessions due to fumes. Drawing media, acrylic paints, and watercolor allowed.
General overview of daily instruction:

Day 1: Gesture drawing, mark making, and composition
Day 2: Light and shadow, anatomical landmarks I – ribcage and pelvis
Day 3: Anatomical landmarks II: joints
Day 4: Musculature
Day 5: Putting it all together – reading the anatomy of a pose, perspective, light, and shadow

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Artwork credit: Drawing by Veronica Severini

Art Camp 2026 (Choose July 13–17 or July 20–24)
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-24 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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Del Ray Artisans invites young campers ages 8-12 years old to Art Camp to spend a week creating art with professional local artist instruction. Students will have an immersive creative journey, including painting, sculpting, journaling, and STEAM-tastic activities that celebrate science and art. During nice weather, kids will have outdoor time to get fresh air, unwind, and replenish their creative energy. All artist supplies are provided. Students must bring their own lunches. Thank you to MCD Mateos McDonald’s for their donation of water and cookies for the campers.
Choose Week One (July 13–17) or Week Two (July 20–24).
Camp runs Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm.
For Ages: 8-12 (class size limited to 15 children per week)
Cost: $350 per child
Scholarship support is available; contact Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org for an application.

Special thanks to Genesis Inspiration Foundation for their generous donation supporting Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Art Programs.
Art Camp will be at the Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. The gallery is accessible. For more information, contact the Art Camp Administrator at ArtCamp@DelRayArtisans.org, Viki Walchak (Youth Programs Director) at Youth@DelRayArtisans.org and Anna Sherlock (Office Manager) at Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org.
Registration
Choose one of the following schedule options:

WEEK ONE: July 13–17, 2026 from 9am-4pm daily

WEEK TWO: July 20–24, 2026 from 9am-4pm daily

Walk-ins are NOT allowed. You must register in advance. Cost is $350/child. Your application is not complete until the registration form is filled out, payment is received, and your schedule choice is confirmed by the Youth Programs Director, Art Camp Administrator, or Office Manager. You may pay with cash, check, or credit card at the gallery or by credit card online (instructions in the application).
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Sponsor a Camper
Every year Del Ray Artisans offers scholarships to children who cannot otherwise afford to attend this magical camp. Interested in sponsoring a camper? Your donation will help send a youth to camp. Thank you for your support.
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Navigating Seasons of Grief & Loss in Fractured Times (Register by 7/17)
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
Instructor: Dimple Dhabalia
Date/Time: Saturday, July 18, 11am – 12:30pm (online)
Cost: free; donations appreciated
Class size: 3-20 participants
(Register by July 17)
Grief doesn’t just begin and end with death.
It also lives in the heartache of caregiving, illness, and broken relationships—in the loss of a job, the loneliness of aging, the separation from loved ones, the erosion of freedom, the degradation of the environment—in all kinds of pain the world rarely stops to honor. And then when grief arrives, we’re expected to move through it quickly and on our own.
But we were never meant to navigate seasons of grief and loss alone.
On July 18, join Dimple Dhabalia, writer, author, and founder of love in action as she launches her first collection of empathy cards, seasons of grief + loss, for a conversation about grief, rituals, and restoring the language of empathy and connection.
This virtual event is free and open to the public, but you must register in advance to receive the connection information.
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Creative Book Club - "The Museum of Lost Art" by Noah Charney
2026-08-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Book: “The Museum of Lost Art” by Noah Charney
Facilitator: Marshall Carolus
Meeting Date: Saturday, August 8, 10am-12pm
(Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite)
During the August 8th gathering, we’ll be exploring “The Museum of Lost Art” by Noah Charney. It’s about the adventures and misadventures of some of the pieces of art which have been lost, stolen, looted, burned, and sometimes recovered.
The Creative Book Club meets on select Saturday mornings at Del Ray Artisans gallery to discuss readings by a variety of authors. The club is open to all who are interested in keeping their creative muse flowing and connecting with other creative people. This is a free event; donations are appreciated. Del Ray Artisans is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. Future book selections will be announced on this website and in the Weekly eNews email in advance.
If you have questions, please contact Marshall Carolus at marshallcarolus@aol.com.
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love in action: Community Card & Letter Writing Circle (Register by 8/6)
2026-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Dimple Dhabalia
Date/Time: Sunday, August 9, 10am – Noon
Cost: free; donations appreciated
Class size: 3-16 participants
(Register before midnight on August 6)
We were never meant to navigate the seasons of life alone.
Join Dimple Dhabalia, writer, author, and founder of love in action empathy cards for a two-hour, in-person community gathering — a small, intentional space to slow down, drop in, and write to the people in our lives.
Ritual is how humans have always marked time. The crossing of a threshold. The arrival of grief, or joy, or wonder, or rest.
In a world where loneliness has become an epidemic and speed has been prioritized over intimacy, we don’t need more efficiency in how we care for each other. We need more ritual. Writing to someone by hand is a ritual of return. Sealing an envelope is a ritual of commitment. Sending a card when there is no occasion except the memory of someone’s loss, or a desire to honor their joy.
Each session opens with a brief grounding practice. We write together, and those who wish to share are invited to—though sharing is always optional. This is not a writing workshop. It is a guided space for presence, reflection, and connection. Bring your own cards or purchase a set at the gathering. You don’t need to be a writer. You don’t need to prepare. You will never be required to share.
All are welcome.
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CANCELED: Junk Journaling Workshop
2026-08-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This workshop has been canceled.
Instructor: Azita R. Houshiar
Date/Time: Sunday, August 9, 6-9pm
Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus $10 supply fee
Class size: 5-12 participants
(Register by August 5)
Come to play and experiment freely, and leave with pages started and ideas you can continue exploring long after the class ends. Junk Journaling blends the art of collage with the practice of journaling, offering a playful, low-pressure way to explore creativity without worrying about perfection. The emphasis is on curiosity, intuition, experimentation, and discovering your own expressive style.
In this workshop, you’ll handcraft a journal using everyday “junk” and receive guidance on using found paper, packaging, tags, embellishments, to create layered, expressive journal pages that reflect your personal perspective and storytelling style.
All supplies will be included, such as paper, ephemera, stickers, tape, glue, and basic tools. You’re also encouraged to bring old photographs, mementos, or personal collage materials you enjoy using, especially items that hold meaning for you.
This beginner-friendly class is open to teenagers and adults of all skill levels.

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

Partners in Art (RSVP in Advance)
2026-08-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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.
RSVP to Mila Mateu (milaenartes@gmail.com) and Suzanne Tillman (zannet@verizon.net) for details before the day of the meeting.
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Playing with Resin Workshop (Register ASAP)
2026-08-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com
Date/Time: Monday, August 10, 6-9pm
Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee
Class size: 6-12 participants
(Register in advance to guarantee a spot; 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 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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DIY Ukulele Workshop (Register by 8/12)
2026-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Khushi Bhansali
Date/Time: Saturday, August 15, 6-8pm
Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus $30 supply fee
Class size: 5-20 participants
Register in advance to guarantee a space; walk-ins welcome, space permitting!
Hand-paint and assemble your own ukulele to keep or give as a unique, one-of-a-kind handmade gift.
The class begins with a quick overview of the ukulele’s parts and then participants will personalize their ukuleles with paint inspired by snowflakes, spring, or something of their choice. After the decorating is finished, the instructor will guide participants on how to put the ukulele together and string the instruments. We’ll end with a beginner lesson on ukulele chords!
All materials are provided.
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Artwork credit: Ukuleles by Khushi Bhansali

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Steampunk Jewelry Workshop (Register by 8/12)
2026-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Mallory Rose Henig
Date/Time: Sunday, August 16, 10am – Noon
Cost: $40/DRA member, $50/non-members, plus a $5 supply fee
Class size: 4-12 participants
(Register by August 12)
Steampunk is a retro-futuristic subgenre blending Victorian-era or Wild West aesthetics with fantastical, futuristic inventions powered by steam and clockwork. The “punk” element implies rebellion and DIY tinkering.
In this workshop, we will repurpose old watches and parts into custom jewelry to take home, perfectly capturing the DIY, upcycling spirit of the Steampunk subculture.
All supplies included but students are also welcome to bring their own jewelry parts if desired.
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Member Meeting & Art Supplies Swap
2026-08-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the Member Meeting & Art Supplies Swap on Sunday, August 16 starting at 6pm.
Save the date for the third member meeting of 2026. Bring the supplies you no longer need and be ready to find a treasure in other’s discards! To help things run smoothly, we kindly ask that you limit the number of boxes you bring and drop off your treasures at the start of the art supply swap. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to accept any treasures after 6:15pm.
We’ll begin with a short meeting, and then select “new to you” art supplies. Looking forward to seeing you at the gallery!
If you have any questions, please reach out the Membership Director, Kara Macek, at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org.

CANCELED: Del Ray Urban Sketchers
2026-08-20 19:00 - 21:00
This event has been canceled. Please join us for future Urban Sketchers sessions!

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 TBD 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.
Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and meets on the third Sunday of the month (except not in July, August, and December) at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray, as well as on the third Thursday of most months at a time and location that is varied (view upcoming dates).
This program is FREE! Donations appreciated. Contact the organizer, KC Hodge at ceelacanth@gmail.com, with any questions.
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Photo courtesy of Joan Bickelhaupt

Movie Nite: Frequency and Timecop
2026-08-22 19:30 - 23:59 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Organizer: Tracy Wilkerson
Date/Time: Saturday, August 22 starting at 7:30pm
Cost: Free; donations appreciated
Theatre Size: up to 30 movie-goers
(Register to save a seat; walk-ins welcome, space permitting.)
Let’s have some fun engaging in 2 movies with different time travel / time shift perspectives. Join us at Del Ray Artisans on Saturday, August 22 for our movie marathon featuring Frequency and Timecop. Stop in for the first movie, the last movie, or stay for both! (Movies are not suitable for young children.)
There is no fee for this event, but donations to Del Ray Artisans nonprofit are encouraged (online or at the event). Bring your own drink and popcorn, as well as a small something to share with other movie-goers (these items will go on a movie snack table for all viewers to enjoy).

7:30pm – arrive at the gallery, find your spot, prep your movie snacks, and chat with other movie-goers
7:45pm – watch Frequency – run time 1:58 (rated PG-13)
9:45pm – short break, more chatting, prep more movie snacks
10:10pm – watch Timecop – run time 1:38 (rated R)

Space is limited. Register in advance to save your seat!
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Mindful Acrylic Pour: A Creative Practice in Letting Go (Register ASAP)
2026-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Yvette Trapani
Date/Time: Sunday, August 23, 6-8pm
Cost: $45 Del Ray Artisans member / $55 Non-member; plus $20 supply fee
Class size: 8-12 participants
(Register in advance)
In this relaxing, hands-on workshop, participants will be introduced to mindfulness, meditation, & flow, then invited to experience mindfulness through the flowing art of acrylic pour painting. As colors move and blend across the canvas, the process invites you to slow down, stay present with the flow, and simply observe what unfolds. No artistic experience is needed.
All supplies will be provided. Participants will leave their paintings at Del Ray Artisans gallery to allow time for the paintings to set. Art pieces can be picked during gallery hours later that week (Thursday 12-6pm, Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-6pm, and Sunday 12-6pm).
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Artwork credit: Yvette Trapani

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CANCELED - Layered Landscapes: Creating Place Through Paper Collage (Ages 12 and above; Register by 9/1)
2026-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Instructor: Abby Huston
Date/Time: Saturday, September 5, 6-9pm
Cost: $60 Del Ray Artisans member / $70 Non-member; plus $30 supply fee
Class size: 3-10 participants
(Register by September 1)
Layered Landscape by Abby Huston
This event has been canceled.
Create a layered paper landscape inspired by nature, memory, or imagination in this beginner-friendly collage workshop. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on instruction, participants will learn foundational techniques including cutting, tearing, layering, composition, and creating depth with paper.
After completing a collaborative practice project, each participant will design a unique landscape collage to take home.
All materials are provided, and no previous art experience is required. This workshop is for participants ages 12 and above.
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