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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
This time is reserved for the curator to arrange the upcoming exhibit.
Flora, Fauna, Fantastica Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital September 22, 2025 – September 5, 2026 Photo Album | Online Store The Flora, Fauna, Fantastica exhibit features two-dimensional artwork by Del Ray Artisans members at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital (2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314) in a variety of media and styles, from the traditional […]
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 […]
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. […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists Carnival of Curiosities Exhibit Dates: October 2–31, 2026 Digital entry deadline: Thursday, September 10, 2026 by midnight Step right up and enter a carnival of curiosities where all manner of carnival-themed art—silly or dark, from food and lights to games, rides, music, costumes, and more—is welcome to […]
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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 St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub (2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301) to produce still life, figure, or architecture subjects in your sketchbook. Participants will spend some time […]
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 […]
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 […]