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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! Del Ray Artisans' Nature Journaling Club meets at 10am in front of […]

    FREE, donations appreciated
  • Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (5/1 – 6/28/2026)

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

    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 May 1 – June 28, 2026. All work featured […]

  • Open to the Public 12-6pm; Artist Appointments 6-8pm

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

    The gallery is open to the public from 12-6pm today. The exhibit is taken down after gallery hours end. Unsold Artwork Pick Up Artists, please pick up your unsold artwork from the closing exhibit, USA at 250, between 6-8pm. Contact the curator with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Volunteer All artists […]

  • Life Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session

    Life Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 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. […]

    $10 – $15
  • First Thursday (Gallery Closed)

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

    The gallery is closed on First Thursday, July 2, 2025. Join the fun at Pat Miller Neighborhood Square: 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 […]

  • Junk Journaling Workshop (Register by 7/1)

    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 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 by July 1) 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 […]

    $50 – $60
  • 5-day Figure Drawing Bootcamp (9am–3pm/day)

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

    Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10 9am–3pm each day More information and registration coming soon!<!-- Register Now Struggling to kickstart your daily drawing routine? Dive into our 5-day Figure Drawing Bootcamp, where we embrace art through dynamic poses and quick gestures ranging from 30 seconds to 20 minutes. Each day features two unique models, […]

  • Life Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session

    Life Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session
    Del Ray Artisans Gallery 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 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. […]

    $10 – $15
  • “ChronoScape: Artistic Explorations of Time Travel” Call for Entry Deadline

    Online

    Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists ChronoScape: Artistic Explorations of Time Travel Exhibit Dates: August 7–29, 2026 Digital entry deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026 by midnight Explore the human fascination with time travel—real or imagined—through works that traverse ancient civilizations, speculative futures, science fiction, memory, mythology, and the unknown. The exhibit is open […]

  • Summer Art Market 2026 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

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

    Join us for Del Ray Artisans’ 5th annual Summer Art Market! This two-day, indoor market gives you the chance to purchase original handmade artwork from talented local artists. Each day is a different group of local artists with original work in a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, […]

  • Board of Directors Meeting (ONLINE)

    Board of Directors Meeting (ONLINE)
    Online

    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 Margaret Slipek at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org at least four days in advance of the meeting to be included on […]

  • Live From Your Studio – Connect with fellow DRA artists

    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 […]

    Free; Donations appreciated