Summer Art Market 2026 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
2026-07-11 - 2026-07-12 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join us for Del Ray Artisans’ 5th annual Summer Art Market! This two-day, indoor market gives you the chance to purchase original handmade artwork from talented local artists. Each day is a different group of local artists with original work in a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, and more. Perfect for gifts or treat yourself!
The 2026 Summer Art Market is on Saturday and Sunday, July 11 and 12, from 10am–4pm inside Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA. Mark your calendar now! The Summer Art Market is open to the public and free to browse.
Different artists are featured each day, so treat yourself and plan to visit the gallery on both days. The artists featured in the 2026 Summer Art Market are:
Saturday, July 11, 10am–4pm
TBD
Sunday, July 12, 10am–4pm
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Art Camp 2026 (Choose July 13–17 or July 20–24)
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-24 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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Del Ray Artisans invites young campers ages 8-12 years old to Art Camp to spend a week creating art with professional local artist instruction. Students will have an immersive creative journey, including painting, sculpting, journaling, and STEAM-tastic activities that celebrate science and art. During nice weather, kids will have outdoor time to get fresh air, unwind, and replenish their creative energy. All artist supplies are provided. Students must bring their own lunches. Thank you to MCD Mateos McDonald’s for their generous donation of cookie treats on the last day of each camp.
Choose Week One (July 13–17) or Week Two (July 20–24).
Camp runs Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm.
For Ages: 8-12 (class size limited to 15 children per week)
Cost: $350 per child
Scholarship support is available; contact Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org for an application.

Art Camp will be at the Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. The gallery is accessible. For more information, contact the Art Camp Administrator at ArtCamp@DelRayArtisans.org, Viki Walchak (Youth Programs Director) at Youth@DelRayArtisans.org and Anna Sherlock (Office Manager) at Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org.
Registration
Choose one of the following schedule options:

WEEK ONE: July 13–17, 2026 from 9am-4pm daily

WEEK TWO: July 20–24, 2026 from 9am-4pm daily

Walk-ins are NOT allowed. You must register in advance. Cost is $350/child. Your application is not complete until the registration form is filled out, payment is received, and your schedule choice is confirmed by the Youth Programs Director, Art Camp Administrator, or Office Manager. You may pay with cash, check, or credit card at the gallery or by credit card online (instructions in the application).
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Sponsor a Camper
Every year Del Ray Artisans offers scholarships to children who cannot otherwise afford to attend this magical camp. Interested in sponsoring a camper? Your donation will help send a youth to camp. Thank you for your support.
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Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Art Programs are made possible with support from the City of Alexandria through the FY2026 Annual Arts Program Grant and through a generous donation from Genesis Inspiration Foundation.

Board of Directors Meeting (ONLINE)
2026-07-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Online
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 the agenda and receive the Zoom session link.

Live From Your Studio - Connect with fellow DRA artists
2026-07-19 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-16 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
Live From Your Studio is a free, members-only, virtual gathering where Del Ray Artisans members can connect from their art-making space. This virtual event will take place monthly on the third Sunday of the month (excluding December) over Zoom. Artists are encouraged (but not required) to join from their studios and make art during the session. These events will allow members to paint and create art together, and forge deeper connections to other members.
RSVP at least a week before the gathering to help organizers prepare. Zoom connection information will be emailed to you two days before the gathering. If you have any questions, please contact organizer Laura Flynn Geissel at flynnmail52@proton.me and Membership Director Kara Macek at membership@delrayartisans.org.
Not a member? It’s easy to join Del Ray Artisans. Artist ($30-$110) and Patron ($250+) level memberships enjoy exhibition and program privileges. Supporter level memberships ($40/year) do not have exhibition privileges, but supporters have program privileges and may participate in programs such as this one!
Although this is a free event, as a nonprofit organization, donations are always welcome to support our mission of promoting art for the benefit of artists and the community. Donate online or at the gallery.
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Closed to the Public
2026-07-26 - 2026-08-01 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This time is reserved for work on the facility.

Closed to the Public
2026-08-02 - 2026-08-05, 2026-08-30 - 2026-09-02, 2026-09-27 - 2026-09-30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This time is reserved for the curator to arrange the upcoming exhibit.

Creative Book Club
2026-08-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Book: TBD
Facilitator: Marshall Carolus
Meeting Date: Saturday, August 8, 10am-12pm
(Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite – link will be available after the book is selected)
The Creative Book Club meets on select Saturday mornings at Del Ray Artisans gallery to discuss readings by a variety of authors. The club is open to all who are interested in keeping their creative muse flowing and connecting with other creative people. This is a free event; donations are appreciated. Del Ray Artisans is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. Future book selections will be announced on this website and in the Weekly eNews email in advance.
If you have questions, please contact Marshall Carolus at marshallcarolus@aol.com.
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Partners in Art (RSVP in Advance)
2026-08-10 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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 welcome.
This program is free, but donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated.
RSVP to Mila Mateu (milaenartes@gmail.com) and Suzanne Tillman (zannet@verizon.net) for details before the day of the meeting.
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"Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals" Call for Entry Deadline
2026-08-10 23:59 | Online
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Voices Through Visuals
Exhibit Dates: September 4–26, 2026
Digital entry deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026 by midnight
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–October 15), honor the rich culture, traditions, resilience, and artistic contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities through a diverse collection of works by emerging and established artists across various mediums.
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry form coming soon.

Radical Sewing Club-ALX
2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Welcome to Radical Sewing Club-ALX!
Started in LA by Scout Quiquivix, the Alexandria chapter is a monthly drop-in style meeting where you can learn clothing repair, hand and machine sewing, or bring your own project to work on with the community.
Radical Sewing Club is about more than sewing–it’s a space to reimagine craft outside of capitalism, to resist exploitation and oppression, and to stitch together a world based on care and solidarity. All who share these values are welcome.
Registration: Registration is not required, but you may set a reminder in Eventbrite.
Cost: Recommended donation of $10 or pay what you can. No one turned away for lack of funds! Monetary donations will be split between Del Ray Artisans (our wonderful hosts) and Radical Sewing Club for continued materials.
Have materials to donate? We welcome fabric (full cuts and scraps alike), thread, needles, interfacing, embroidery hoops, buttons, pins, trims, lace, and functional zippers.
Contact: radicalsewingclubalx@pm.me or @radicalsewingclub_alx on Instagram
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Life Drawing – Gesture and Short Poses Session
2026-08-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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. We don’t supply easels – only plenty of chairs – but you are welcome to bring your own easel if you want to use one. All skill levels are welcome.
The first part of this session will be focused on gesture poses (dynamic 1-5 minute poses) to loosen up and participate in a fun, fast-paced drawing experience. The second hour will be a few short poses for more detailed drawings leading up to up to two 20-minute poses.
Fee for each session is $10 for Del Ray Artisans members and $15 for non-members. If you have any questions or would like to participate as a model for our sessions, please contact LifeDrawing@DelRayArtisans.org.
View artwork from past DRA Figure Drawing Sessions on Instagram! Tag #dralifedraw or @dralifedraw for your work to be featured.
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Artwork credit: “To The Beat” by Katherine Rand

Del Ray Urban Sketchers (location TBD)
2026-08-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | VA
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. Participants will spend some time putting their skills into practice and then reconvene for a review of finished works.
Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and meets on the third Sunday of the month (except not in July, August, and December) at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray, as well as on the third Thursday of most months at a time and location that is varied (view upcoming dates).
This program is FREE! Donations appreciated. Contact the organizer, KC Hodge (email coming soon), with any questions.
RSVP via Eventbrite coming soon.
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Photo courtesy of Joan Bickelhaupt

Nature Journaling Club
2026-08-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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 Del Ray Artisans on the final Saturday morning of the month (except not in July, November, and December). Mark your calendar or set a reminder in Eventbrite.
Participants will need to bring their own sketchbooks and supplies. We will have plenty of time for sketching in nature before gathering again at 11:30am to share our sketches and observations and discuss tips and tools for nature journaling in the wild. We hope you will join us as we strengthen our art and inquiry practice together!
Suggested supplies: sketchbook, pens, pencils, colored pencils, watercolor pencils, or other portable media, and a water bottle since we will be outdoors. You may also want to bring something to sit on (folding chair or blanket).
NOTE: This program is held outdoors and will be canceled if raining.
This program is FREE! Donations to our nonprofit arts organization are appreciated.
For more information, contact the coordinators: Stephanie Darlene Greenwald (stephanie@stephaniedarlene.com) and Meredith D’Amore (meredith.w.damore@gmail.com).
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Artwork credit: Drawing by Meredith D’Amore

Flora, Fauna, Fantastica at VCA Alexandria (9/22/2025 – 9/5/2026)
2026-09-05 | VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke St, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
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 to the surreal, showcasing nature.
Come see the exhibit September 22, 2025 through September 5, 2026. The animal hospital is open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm. Due to client needs, some areas may not be available for immediate viewing. Visitors must let the front desk know they are there to view the art exhibit.
The exhibit is a Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls exhibit in partnership with VCA Alexandria. Del Ray Artisans, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
For more information, please contact the curators Liz Martinez (GWW@DelRayArtisans.org) and Candace Flanagan (Candace.Flanagan@vca.org).
“The Usual Trail” by A. Charles Warren
“Hairy Coo Kiss” by Rod Whyte

"Carnival of Curiosities" Call for Entry Deadline
2026-09-10 23:59 | Online
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 dazzle, delight, and maybe even bite!
The exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee.
Entry form coming soon.

Del Ray Urban Sketchers @ St. Elmo's Coffee Pub
2026-09-13 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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 putting their skills into practice and then reconvene for a review of finished works.
Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and meets on the second Sunday of the month (except not in July, August, and December) at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray, as well as on the third Thursday of most months at a time and location that is varied (view upcoming dates).
This program is FREE! Donations appreciated. Contact the organizer, Joan Bickelhaupt (joanbickelhaupt@gmail.com), with any questions.
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Photo courtesy of Joan Bickelhaupt

Partners in Art Evening (RSVP in Advance)
2026-09-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
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 for details and registration BEFORE the day of the meeting.
This program is free. Donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated. Contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) with questions.
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