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SUMMARY:Tell Me a Story (Online 3/30-6/10)
DESCRIPTION:Tell Me a Story Art Exhibit\nOnline Exhibit runs March 30-June 10\, 2020\nThis is the story of curating an art exhibit at an unusual time. \nThe Tell Me a Story exhibit opened on March 6\, 2020 at Del Ray Artisans gallery with a busy reception and high praise. The walls are packed with artwork: 189 pieces in the exhibit and 134 pieces in the art-to-go marketplace. This is nearly double the size of a typical exhibit in this space—with work from 95 artists on display. \nAs safety guidelines changed\, this exhibit was extended to April 26; then\, ultimately\, on March 23 the gallery was closed to the public until further notice. At this time\, we rose to the challenge and posted the artwork in a Flickr album\, so the exhibit could still be viewed. \nIf you would like to purchase artwork\, please email the artwork title\, artist’s name\, or description to Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org or Technology@DelRayArtisans.org by June 10\, 2020. Purchased artwork will be available for pick up after the gallery reopens. \nView the Artwork \nMy Journey as Curator\nWhen I was developing the theme for this exhibit\, it was important to me to be able to include a variety of visual art and literary works by local artists. The idea was to be able to look at any piece of art and then let the story unfold. Everyone’s story is different; and there are many ways to express your story. \nStill I was overwhelmed by the response. This exhibit received nearly double the expected amount of entries\, and I needed to cull about a third of the work in order to have any hope of fitting it into the gallery. (There was a moment when I considered putting art on the ceiling!) \nWe had an outstanding team of volunteers at artwork receiving (when artists drop off accepted pieces) and helping arrange the display. I took the video below after the exhibit’s first round of hanging. Tweaks were made later and temporary artwork tags (seen hanging off the pieces in the video) were replaced by wall tags. \nThe week of artwork receiving and hanging is always the busiest for the curator. It’s such a reward to see everyone’s reaction to the collection at the opening reception—and the reception was crowded! The exhibit was well received\, and many buyers went home with great art from the art-to-go marketplace and reserved exhibit art for later pick up. \nThen COVID-19. As we learned more about the illness\, it became clear the gallery would be closing. How do we share the art safely? The internet to the rescue. \nThank you to all the artists who submitted photos of their work and to the volunteers who took additional photos. Together we were able to capture the essence of the exhibit through pictures\, so you can still take this imaginative journey with us. \n\n“Something’s Brewing” by Lesley Hall\, acrylic\, $337\, 8×11″\nIn the description for each artwork in the Flickr album\, you’ll find the artwork title\, artist\, media\, price\, and dimensions. If you would like to purchase an artwork\, please send the title\, description\, and/or artist’s name to Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org and Technology@DelRayArtisans.org to make arrangements. The artwork is available for purchase until June 10\, 2020\, and it will be available for pickup after the gallery reopens. \nWe will also be sharing some of the artists’ stories on social media\, so be sure to follow Del Ray Artisans on Instagram\, Facebook\, and Twitter. \nThank you the artists\, the volunteers\, and patrons for celebrating the arts. \n—Lesley Hall\, curator \nDel Ray Artisans’ gallery is located in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, but is closed until further notice (effective March 23\, 2020). Check DelRayArtisans.org for schedule updates. \n\nDel Ray Artisans\, founded in 1992\, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.  \nDel Ray Artisans (DRA) appreciates the continued support from the City of Alexandria\, Alexandria Commission for the Arts\, Virginia Commission for the Arts\, and National Endowment for the Arts. DRA is a 501(c)(3) organization.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/tell-me-a-story-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260514T012645
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SUMMARY:"We're All In This Together" Card Swap - SIGN UP NOW
DESCRIPTION:Call for Entry ~ Open to All Artists with a U.S. Domestic (or Equivalent) Mailing Address\nWe’re All In This Together\nCard Swap starts Wednesday\, April 15\, 2020\nRolling deadlines; Last day to sign up TBD\nArt in The Age Of Social Distance: This is a handcrafted\, artful card swap between artists. We have not lived through anything like this before\, and this is an opportunity to creatively express this historic\, uncertain time and share. \nA swap group is formed each time 4 artists apply\, then swapping begins immediately for that group. Open to all artists with a U.S. domestic mailing address or an equivalent military address that accepts a standard First-Class stamp. \nDetails & Sign Up Form \n\nArtwork credit: Artful Cards by Theresa Kulstad
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/card-swap-2020/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Creative Summer Programs,Entry Deadline
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T210000
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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Open 12-6pm)
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans celebrates  First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event from 6-9pm along Mount Vernon Avenue from April through September. Each month has a different theme. \nThe 2020 themes are: \n\nApril 2 – Event Cancelled; Gallery Closed\nMay 7 from 6-8pm – Porch Party in Del Ray; Gallery Closed\nJune 4 – TBD; Gallery Closed\nJuly 2 – TBD\nAugust 6 – TBD\nSeptember 3 – TBD
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-gallery-open-12-6pm-3/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200511T005000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200511T005900
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SUMMARY:"Art by Mail" Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members\nArt by Mail Online Art Exhibit\nMay 24 – July 31\, 2020\nDigital entries due: Sunday\, May 10\, 2020 by midnight\nWatercolor studies by Dawn Wyse Hurto\nSubmit up to five entries of small (card-sized)\, mailable art. Each entry may be one piece or a small collection (e.g. a short photo series) that is mailed together. When art sells\, you will mail it directly to the purchaser. The art should be deliverable as regular U.S. mail and not require a trip to the post office. Open theme. No entry fee. \nArt by Mail is a Del Ray Artisans members only exhibit. If you are not a member\, you may join Del Ray Artisans now to enter. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/art-by-mail-cfe-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
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SUMMARY:Buy Local Art Page (Opt-in Deadline)
DESCRIPTION:Opportunity Open to Members Only\nOpt-in to Share Your Artwork Sales Website\nDeadline: Sunday\, May 10\, 2020 by midnight\nChris Fedderson\, MacroFine Photography\nBe a part of the upcoming “Buy Local Art” page on Del Ray Artisans’ website that will advertise the artwork sales websites of our members. There is no fee to participate\, but your Del Ray Artisans membership must be current. \nThis opportunity is only open to Del Ray Artisans members. If you are not a member\, you may join Del Ray Artisans now. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/buy-local-opt-in/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T220000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Board Meeting (May 2020)
DESCRIPTION:The May 12th Board meeting will be a virtual session. \nActive members are welcome to visit any Board meeting. If you wish to address the Board or bring something up to the Board during one of these meetings\, contact Kathryn Brown at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org in advance of the meeting to be included on the agenda.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/board-meeting-may-2020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T012646
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Member Meeting & Benefit Program
DESCRIPTION:This meeting has been cancelled. Per Del Ray Artisans’ bylaws\, there will be three membership meetings this year (in February\, August\, and October 2020). \nThe Spring Membership Meeting is also our annual member benefit meeting\, at which Del Ray Artisans offers a program of interest for FREE to our membership. \nIn addition to the program\, please join us for refreshments and a brief business meeting.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/spring-meeting-2020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member Meeting,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T160000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Nature Journaling in Del Ray Artisans' Garden Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is cancelled. \nInstructor: Margaret Wohler\nDate: Saturday\, May 16 from 1-3pm\nClass size: 2-10 participants\n(Register by May 12) \nEnjoy the flowers in Del Ray Artisans’ garden in a new way: by drawing them! You will learn about and observe the plant structures and pollinators as we draw. You will also learn how to set up a field sketch page and methods to learn about natural subjects through drawing. \nA field art kit (includes sketchbook\, pencil\, eraser\, sharpener\, and set of watercolor pencils) is available for $20\, or you may bring your own sketchbook and art supplies. \n.\n \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T140000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: #ArtByMail Social Media Marketing Bootcamp for Members
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Facilitator: Mathew Heggem \nJoin us for this 2-hour social media boot-camp to support the Del Ray Artisans community and our upcoming online exhibit\, Art by Mail. In light of our current situation\, we’ve created this opportunity to support each of you in developing a strong online presence that supports your work as artists. \nThis interactive workshop will include an overview of social media essentials (Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram)\, developing your brand online\, creating compelling content\, and leveraging engagement to sell your work online. In addition\, this workshop will include a group brainstorming session where you’ll be able to dive into your number one marketing challenge. Lastly we’ll provide you with a toolkit and a list of resources to help you break through to the next level with social media. \nAn email with the link to registration has been sent to the member list. Registration is required by midnight on Friday\, May 22.  The Zoom meeting information will be emailed to you at least three hours prior to the workshop. \nPlease note: This meeting will be recorded and may be publicly shared later online. \nThis meeting is for Del Ray Artisans members. If you have questions about your membership status\, please email Gallery@DelRayArtisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/social-media-marketing-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200801
DTSTAMP:20260514T012646
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SUMMARY:Art by Mail (Online 5/24-7/31)
DESCRIPTION:Art by Mail Online Exhibit\nMay 24 – July 31\, 2020\n“Corona Cup” by Stephen Lally Pottery\, glazed earthenware\, 13″ x 3″ x 3″\, $30 each ($10 is donated to INOVA Emergency Preparedness Fund for each cup sold)\nView the Artwork \nWould you like to receive small\, handcrafted artwork in your mailbox? Del Ray Artisans has the answer! View the Art by Mail exhibit from May 24 through July 31\, 2020. \nThe exhibit features the artwork of Del Ray Artisans members. You’ll find one-of-a-kind\, small format\, original paintings in watercolor\, oil\, and acrylic; mixed media art and artful cards; plus\, small 3D works. Enjoy browsing the collection! Artwork will be mailed directly from the artist within 10 days of purchase. \nSupport the arts and artists directly by purchasing one-of-a-kind artworks! We hope you enjoy the exhibit and thank you for your patronage. \nView the Artwork \nFor more information on the exhibit\, please contact the curators: Dawn Wyse Hurto (technology@delrayartisans.org)\, Dale Spivey (vp@delrayartisans.org)\, and Mathew Heggem (matheggem@gmail.com). \n“Panda 4/25″ by Linda Lowery\, encaustic and ink on paper\, 6×6”\, $19\nThe Art by Mail exhibit is brought to you by Del Ray Artisans\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization in Alexandria\, Virginia. The physical gallery (located at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria VA 22301) is temporarily closed. Check DelRayArtisans.org for schedule updates. \n\nDel Ray Artisans\, founded in 1992\, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.  \nDel Ray Artisans (DRA) appreciates the continued support from the City of Alexandria\, Alexandria Commission for the Arts\, Virginia Commission for the Arts\, and National Endowment for the Arts. DRA is a 501(c)(3) organization. \n\n“Dragonflies” (4 coasters\, each with a different image) by Chris Fedderson\, photography\, 3.75 x 3.75″\, $32 set\n“Whut!” by Kathy Turner\, wood block print\, 3.25 x 3.75″\, $5\n“Orange” by Diana Papazian\, sterling silver and enamel on copper\, 2″ long\, $38.25\n“Still Life: Cezanne Study\, Fish and Frog Figurines” by Sunny Chen\, acrylic on canvas\, 10.5 x 8.5″\, $128
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/art-by-mail/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200527T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200527T220000
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: How to Publish Your Work in Literary Journals Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop has been rescheduled to Monday\, June 29 as an online event. \nInstructor: T.J. Butler\nDate: Wednesday\, May 27 from 7-9pm\nClass size: 3-8 participants\n(Register by May 24) \nT.J. Butler\nAre you interested in publishing your short fiction and poetry in literary journals and magazines? \nHave you considered it\, but don’t know where to start? Do you wonder if your work is even good enough to submit? \nYou’ll learn the basics to get started: knowing when your work is ready to submit; finding and researching journals; writing cover letters; crafting your author’s bio; navigating Submittable; tracking and organizing your submissions; strategies for submitting; vocabulary to help you represent yourself as a pro; “Literary Twitter\,” and much more. \nBring a notebook and a pen. You’ll leave with the tools necessary to begin submitting your work to journals ranging from approachable to top-tier. \nAbout this teaching artist: T.J. Butler lives on a sailboat with her husband and dog. She writes fiction that is not all fun and games. She is a Pushcart Prize nominee and an occasional contributor to Tiny House Magazine. Her work appears or is forthcoming in Flash Fiction Online\, Tahoma Literary Review\, New South\, Ghost City Review\, Barren\, Riggwelter\, and others. She is working with her agent to complete a collection of short stories\, “A Flame on the Ocean.” She can be found at @aGalWithNoName and TJButlerAuthor.com. \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/publish-your-literary-work-rescheduled/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200601
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SUMMARY:Looking Up (1/27-5/31)
DESCRIPTION:Schedule Update on 6/8/2020: The Looking Up exhibit has ended. Artists must make appointments to pick up unsold work curbside. Contact GWW@DelRayArtisans.org with any questions.\nLooking Up Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital\nJanuary 27 – May 31\, 2020\n“Birds of a Feather” by Monica Hokeilen\nLooking Up is a Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls (GWW) exhibit at Veterinary Clinics of America Alexandria Animal Hospital (VCA Alexandria). The exhibit features artwork of objects seen above our horizon (e.g. sunsets\, clouds\, birds\, trees\, starry nights\, and more) and artwork that creates an uplifting response\, conveys an inspiring message\, or represents an aspirational goal. \nThe exhibit runs January 27 through May 31\, 2020 at VCA Alexandria\, 2660 Duke Street\, Alexandria\, VA 22314. Patrons may view the artwork at VCA Alexandria during regular business hours and at the discretion of hospital staff. Regular hours are Monday through Friday 8am-8pm\, Saturday 8am-3pm\, and closed Sunday. \nAll the artwork on display is by Del Ray Artisans members. Artists are donating 20% of the purchase price of sold pieces to Del Ray Artisans\, who is splitting the donation with VCA Alexandria’s charity of choice\, the Wildlife Rescue League. The Wildlife Rescue League cares for sick\, injured and orphaned wildlife with the intent of releasing them back into their native habitat. Del Ray Artisans and the Wildlife Rescue League are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. \nFor more information\, please visit DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits/gww or contact the curator Monica Hokeilen (GWW@DelRayArtisans.org) or Director of Curating Brittany Gabel (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/looking-up/
LOCATION:VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital\, 2660 Duke St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Gallery Without Walls
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