This Board meeting will an online meeting through Zoom. Active members are welcome to attend any Board meeting. If you wish to address the Board or bring something up to the Board during one of these meetings, contact Kathryn Brown at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org at least four days in advance of the meeting to be included on […]
Del Ray Artisans’ gardens need some TLC to prepare for spring. Join the Gardens Committee on Saturday, March 16 from 9-11am to help prep the gardens. Bring gloves, knee pads (if desired), and laughter. Even if you don't know what a weed is, we can teach you. Volunteer for 1 hour or the whole 2.5 […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Same But Different Exhibit Dates: April 5–27, 2024 Digital entry deadline extended to Saturday, March 16, 2024 by midnight "Springtime in Maryland" by Archa Malhotra Explore notions of identity, distinctions and similarities in our natural and manmade world. Look at the interconnectedness of humanity by […]
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Sunday, March 17 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) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as an adhesive, a covering, or the main […]
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 […]
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 […]
Instructor: Camille Kouyoumdjian Date/Time: Saturday, March 23, 10am–noon Cost: $35 Del Ray Artisans member / $45 Non-member; plus a $15 Supply Fee Class size: 5-20 participants (Register by midnight on March 21) Collage by Camille Kouyoumdjian Explore the dynamic world of urban landscapes through the creative lens of collage. Learn about the importance of values, […]
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry Original Expressions at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital April 8–November 16, 2024 Entry deadline: Saturday, March 23, 2024 by midnight Seeking 2D artwork on any subject matter. The curators prefer art that helps soothe in a stressful environment. Also, due to new guidelines for a […]
Call for Artists Del Ray Artisans’ Spring Art Market Application deadline: Sunday, March 24, 2024 by midnight Join Del Ray Artisans in its tradition of outdoor art markets and sell your original handmade artwork to the local community. This is an outdoor, family-friendly, rain-or-shine event in Colasanto Park, adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery, on […]
12 Elements of Nature Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital September 18, 2023 – March 30, 2024 Photo Album | Online Store Most of us are aware of the four classics elements of nature: Earth, Water, Wind, and Fire. Did you know there are eight other elements used to simplify the complexity of nature? The […]
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 […]
The gallery is closed to the public today while the exhibit is taken down. This time is reserved for artists to pick up and drop off artwork. Contact the outgoing or incoming curators with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Unsold Artwork Pick Up Time for artists to pick up their unsold […]
