Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Alcove Gift Shop May 3 – June 30, 2024 Application deadline: Sunday, April 14, 2024 by midnight Del Ray Artisans’ Alcove is a gift shop within the gallery, where members (who apply and are accepted) display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available […]
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry Party for the Arts exhibit at Canal Center April 27–June 30, 2024 Entry deadline: Sunday, April 14, 2024 by midnight Seeking 2D artwork exploring What is Alexandria to me? The City of Alexandria is celebrating its 275th birthday in 2024. The Alexandria Arts Alliance […]
The afternoon program is FULL. If you would like to join the evening program, contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) for information and registration. 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 […]
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 […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists The Art of Tea Exhibit Dates: May 3–June 2, 2024 Digital entry deadline: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 by midnight "Floral Infusion" by Suzan Ok Shumate Explore the culture of tea, a drink that dates back thousands of years to China’s Shang Dynasty. Channeling your inner Zhou Fang, […]
Give some TLC to Del Ray Artisans’ gardens! Join the Gardens Committee to spruce up the landscaping around the gallery. 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 hours. If you have any questions, […]
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 […]
