Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Alcove Gift Shop May 2 – June 29, 2025 Application deadline: Sunday, April 13, 2025 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 […]
Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]
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 […]
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, […]
This workshop has been rescheduled to Sunday, May 11, 6-9pm. Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Sunday, April 20, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by April 17) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to […]
This workshop has been cancelled. Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Monday, April 21, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; Bring items listed below Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by April 18) Do you have lots of art pieces stored at home, but have to whip out the tape measure every time […]
Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]
Instructor: Jill Welch, contact@fairydusted.com Date/Time: Thursday, April 24, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $75 Del Ray Artisans member / $85 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-18 participants (Register by April 23) Make your own everlasting paper blooms! Take a deep breath, tap into your creativity, and rejuvenate your spirit in this hands-on workshop, where you'll […]
Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Friday, April 25, 5-8pm Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Drop-in, this is a self-paced activity) Make your own 5x5-inch artwork inspired by Alma Thomas at Del Ray Artisans’ youth art activity booth at Dragon Fest at George Mason Elementary (2601 Cameron Mills Rd, Alexandria VA). Alma Thomas' art was kindled by what […]
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 7 – April 26, 2025. 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! Del Ray Artisans' Nature Journaling Club meets at 10am in front of […]
Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Saturday, April 26, 10am-noon Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus $5 Supply Fee Class size: 4-25 participants (Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome if space permits) You don't have to be an artist to make art with Neurographic Art. A neuron is a cell that carries messages between […]