Spring2ACTion for Del Ray Artisans and Alexandria Choral Society now through April 24 Practice sketching people! The Alexandria Choral Society invites you to purchase a ticket (just $15 through this link just for artists) for the PRO CORO ALEXANDRIA'S SPRING CONCERT: To The Sea on Saturday, April 20 at Westminster Presbyterian Church (2701 Cameron Mills […]
Spring2ACTion for Del Ray Artisans and Alexandria Symphony Orchestra now through April 24 Join Alexandria Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and Del Ray Artisans (DRA) for our collaborative Sketching the Symphony program! Bring your sketchbook and pencils and draw the musicians or interpret the music visually. You are welcome to bring lap board, but no easels. We […]
Instructor: Victoria Barnes, victoriabarnesphotography@gmail.com Date/Time: Sunday, April 21, 9:30am–noon Cost: $45 Del Ray Artisans member / $55 Non-member; plus bring your camera Class size: 4-15 participants (Register by midnight on April 18. No walk-ins.) Learn how to improve your flower photography with simple and inexpensive tips and tricks, using everyday items. This class will teach […]
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Monday, April 22 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 […]
Photo Album The Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs March 1 – April 27, 2024. All work featured […]
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 City of Alexandria is celebrating its 275th anniversary this year. The Alexandria Arts Alliance commemorates the occasion during the 2nd annual Party for the Arts—a celebration showcasing all artists in Alexandria on Saturday, April 27, 11am-7pm at Canal Center, Alexandria’s waterfront venue in the Old Town North Arts District. The party will feature an […]
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 […]
Channel your inner hound dog at Del Ray Artisans during the Dog Days of Del Ray First Thursday event! Want to look more like your best friend? From 6:30-8pm on May 2 come by the gallery to color your own dog mask during our family-friendly activity! Then try your hand at a game of outdoor […]
The Art of Tea Art Exhibit May 3 – June 2, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, May 3 from 7–9pm "Floral Infusion" by Suzan Ok Shumate and Sue Shumate Step into a world where art intersects with tea. Through The Art of Tea exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery, artists explore the culture of tea, a […]
Instructor: Ellen Rosenthal, efrosevalley@gmail.com Date/Time: Saturday, May 4, 9am-noon Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus students must bring supplies Class size: 3-6 participants (Register by midnight on May 1) This workshop is for those who have the basics of single ink block printing, but want to do more. We'll go beyond […]
