Spring is here! Del Ray Artisans’ gardens need some TLC. Join the Gardens Committee on Saturday, May 20 from 9am-11am to help in the gardens. 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 2 hours. If you […]
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 […]
Instructor: Jonathan Ottke, ottkej@gmail.com Date/Time: Saturday May 27 from 9am-12pm Cost: $55 Del Ray Artisans member / $65 Non-member; plus a $25 Supply Fee Class size: 4-12 participants (Register by midnight on May 21) Learn basic sculpting techniques by carving in soapstone—a beautiful, soft stone that is ideal for your first stone sculpture. You will […]
Come celebrate Courtney's newest collection of poetry, Her Whole Bright Life, winner of the Jack McCarthy Book Prize! There will be a reading, light snacks and drinks, and books available for sale! Please leave the kids at home, this is an adults-only event! Can't make it to the party? You can order a copy of […]
Time for artists to pick up their unsold artwork from the closing show, Prints in May @ DRA. Questions? Contact curators Ellen Rosenthal at efrosevalley@gmail.com and Kitty Russell. Artwork credit - clockwise from upper left: Block printed Bandanas by Meredith D’Amore; “It's a Beautiful Day” by Meredith D’Amore; “Crinkles” by Eileen O’Brien; “Sometimes I Dream” by […]
Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork entries for the upcoming exhibit, American Patchwork. Artwork drop off is Sunday, May 28 from 3-6pm. Artwork must be ready to hang (with screw eyes and wire) or ready for display (with mounting and/or a display stand if necessary). Review the standard artwork presentation guidelines and […]
Visit the gallery this super(hero) First Thursday for our outdoor activity from 6-8pm: Black Panther mask making! Plus take a picture in front of our superhero photo op backdrop. Inside the gallery get a sneak peek of American Patchwork, the upcoming art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April […]
American Patchwork Art Exhibit June 2–25, 2023 Opening Reception: Friday, June 2 from 7–9pm The United States is a patchwork of 50 states, 1 federal district, 5 major territories, and various minor islands. This country has beautiful beaches and majestic mountains, bustling cities and quiet towns, pastoral ranches and farms, vast natural beauty and amazing […]
American Patchwork Art Exhibit June 2–25, 2023 Opening Reception: Friday, June 2 from 7–9pm The United States is a patchwork of 50 states, 1 federal district, 5 major territories, and various minor islands. This country has beautiful beaches and majestic mountains, bustling cities and quiet towns, pastoral ranches and farms, vast natural beauty and amazing […]
Taste of Del Ray is one of Virginia Living Magazine's top food festivals in the state. Visit the Del Ray Business Association website for details on the 14th Annual Taste of Del Ray. The event will take place on Sunday, June 4 from 1-3pm at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields next to the gallery. […]
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 […]
Instructor: Amy Castine Date/Time: Monday, June 5 from 6-9pm Cost: $60 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; plus a $20 Supply Fee Class size: 4-8 participants (Register by midnight on June 2) Come and create a fun piece of wearable bead art! While bead embroidery may look complicated, it doesn’t have to be. In […]