Donate April 10–24 Starting Wednesday, April 10 through Wednesday, April 24, 2024 (Giving Day) our community comes together to support the amazing work of Alexandria nonprofits through Spring2ACTion, hosted by ACT for Alexandria. Please remember Del Ray Artisans is one of those worthy causes! Del Ray Artisans has been promoting art for the benefit of […]
Instructor: Stacy Rausch Date/Time: Thursday, April 11, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $20 Supply Fee Class size: 5-15 participants (Register by midnight on April 6) Mandalas in progress by Stacy Rausch Drawing mandalas can be a type of therapeutic art form and can help well-being and reduce anxiety. […]
This event has been cancelled due to the weather. Join us outside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm for our family-friendly activity. We are decorating upcycled flower containers! Each person will receive a container to decorate at the gallery and a small bag of potting soil & seeds to take home for planting and watering. […]
Instructor: Eileen M. O'Brien Date/Time: Saturday, April 13, 10am-noon Cost: $50 Del Ray Artisans member / $60 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 4-10 participants (Register by midnight on April 9) "Venn Diagram" (gel print) by Eileen M. O'Brien Packing materials and cardboard boxes get a second life in this workshop that teaches […]
Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and meets the second Sunday of most months at St. Elmo's Coffee Pub in Del Ray. (Del Ray Urban Sketchers does not meet in July, August, and December.) Mark your calendar or set a reminder in Eventbrite. Urban sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of […]
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, […]
