The gallery is closed to the public today while the exhibit is taken down. This time is reserved for artists to pick up and drop off artwork. Contact the outgoing or incoming curators with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Unsold Artwork Pick Up Time for artists to pick up their unsold […]
Carnival of Curiosities Art Exhibit October 2–31, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7–9pm “Killer Clown Quartet” by Tiara Safic-Martin Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, […]
Date/Time: Saturday, October 3, 10am-3pm Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Drop-in, this is a self-paced activity) Make scratchboard art at Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic activity tent in the Kids Art Corner during Art on the Avenue! The Kids Art Corner is located outdoors in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields. Come by any time between 10am-3pm […]
Along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 10am-6pm, you’ll find: Art on the Avenue, a multicultural arts festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in Alexandria, Virginia. There will be entertainment for all ages, art activities, food, and artists displaying and selling their work all along Mount Vernon […]
Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Sunday, October 4, 10am-Noon Cost: $15 Child, $25 Del Ray Artisans member, $35 Non-member; Plus $5 Supply Fee Class size: 3-15 participants (Register in advance to guarantee a spot; walk-ins welcome, space permitting.) Celebrate the season with playful, hands-on printmaking inspired by the spirit of October. Participants will design and carve […]
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 […]
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Monday, October 5, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by October 1) 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 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. […]
Reserved for the Mount Vernon Community School's event: Reflections Maker Night! Information on the National PTA's Reflections Art Contest
Book: Part I & Part II (Chapters 1 - 5) of E. H. Gombrich's "Art and Illusion: A Study in the Psychology of Pictorial Representation" Facilitator: Marshall Carolus Meeting Date: Saturday, October 10, 10am-12pm (Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite) "Art and Illusion: A Study in the Psychology of Pictorial Representation" is a famous 1960 […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members $125 and Under Exhibit Dates: November 6–29, 2026 Digital entry deadline: Saturday, October 10, 2026 by midnight “Study 18” by Dale Spivey Del Ray Artisans invites members to submit their best work priced at $125 or less for this popular cash-and-carry exhibit. All media and […]
Order Now for a Discount! Order Now <!-- The pre-order period is now over. --> Del Ray Artisans' 2027 Wall Calendar featuring artwork by Del Ray Artisans members is available for pre-order now at just $18/calendar. (Regular price $22/calendar.) The pre-order discount price is only available until October 10. Pre-ordering the calendar helps our organization […]