Call for Entry ~ Open to All Artists with a U.S. Domestic (or Equivalent) Mailing Address We're All In This Together Card Swap starts Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Rolling deadlines; Last day to sign up TBD Art in The Age Of Social Distance: This is a handcrafted, artful card swap between artists. We have not […]
Art by Mail Online Exhibit May 24 - July 31, 2020 "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) View the Artwork Would you like to receive small, handcrafted artwork in your mailbox? Del Ray Artisans […]
Take Away Art Exhibit June 18 - July 31, 2020 "Story: The Wizard of Oz" by Jeff Lodge, acrylic on panel, $1800, 36.25 x 18" View the Artwork Come to Del Ray Artisans gallery for some creative take-out! The Take Away Art exhibit will be on display from June 18 through July 31, 2020. All […]
DC Art Model Collective (DCAMC) is offering belly dance themed figure drawing sessions online. Each model organizes and runs their own sessions. We hope these online sessions inspire you to draw or paint and submit your artwork to the Art in Movement exhibit! Entries are due Monday, August 10 by midnight. Mark your calendar for […]
Art Camp 2020 has been cancelled.WEEK ONE: July 20-24, 2020 from 9am-4pm daily (with gallery show on Saturday, July 25, 1-3pm) or WEEK TWO: July 27-31, 2020 from 9am-4pm daily (with gallery show on Saturday, Aug 1, 1-3pm) For Ages: 8-14 (no more than 18 children per week) Del Ray Artisans invites young campers to […]
Artists may pick up their unsold artwork from the closing show, Take Away Art, today by appointment. Need an appointment? Contact the curators Dawn Wyse Hurto (Technology@DelRayArtisans.org) and Dale Spivey (VP@DelRayArtisans.org).
Artists may pick up their unsold artwork from the closing show, Take Away Art, today by appointment. Need an appointment? Contact the curators Dawn Wyse Hurto (Technology@DelRayArtisans.org) and Dale Spivey (VP@DelRayArtisans.org).
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.The 2020 themes are: April 2 - Event Cancelled; Gallery Closed May 7 - Porch Party in Del Ray; Gallery Closed June 4 - Vigil For George Floyd; Food […]
Hello, Bright Eyes Art Exhibit August 7 - 29, 2020 "ICU" by Tracy Wilkerson The Hello, Bright Eyes art exhibit raises the visibility of healthy vision. This exhibit features artwork focusing on eyes, eyesight, or all the wonders the eyes provide us throughout our years. Some of the artwork in this exhibit reuses old glasses, […]
Hello, Bright Eyes Art Exhibit August 7 - 29, 2020 "ICU" by Tracy Wilkerson There will not be an opening reception, but you may enjoy the artwork at your leisure on Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-6pm, and Saturdays 12-4pm. Please wear a face mask and maintain 6? of personal space. The Hello, Bright Eyes art exhibit […]
This workshop has been cancelled. Instructor: Nan Lopata Date: Saturday, August 8 from 11am-3pm Class size: 3-8 participants (Register by August 4) Only a few simple tools are needed to make beautiful jewelry! Great for beginners, this workshop will cover several methods of knitting with wire. You'll create a simple bracelet and then use creativity […]
As we age, our bodies change - including our eyes and vision! Needing reading glasses or prescription eyewear is a common occurrence many of us experience. However, more drastic sight loss and other problems are not a "normal" process of aging and we need to catch these problems and get them treated early to prevent […]
Call for Entry (Open to Members Only)Del Ray Artisans' 2021 Wall Calendar Digital entries due: Monday, August 10, 2020 Members: Submit your best work to the 8th annual Del Ray Artisans' calendar! All entries are to be received digitally, and no physical pieces of art will be collected. There is no entry fee, no theme, […]
This Board meeting will a virtual session. Active 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 at least in four days advance of the meeting to be included on the agenda.
The following presentation is from the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan WashingtonÆ.Back to School Virtually? Parents Should Take Steps to Support Healthy Vision Washington, D.C. ó As children, throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia prepare to begin school, virtually, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington reminds parents to take simple steps to protect […]
Facilitator: Sharon Burton, Spark Your CreativeClub size: 3-15 participants Next Meeting Date: Saturday, August 15 from 10:30am-12pm Location: ONLINE MEETING (Zoom details will be sent two days in advance) Book: "The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life" by Twyla Tharp (RSVP by August 12) Looking for a way to spark and maintain […]
Shop local art! Every day the gallery offers one-of-a-kind affordable artwork, but during the Sidewalk Sale we'll have OUTSIDE in front of the gallery a selection of affordable artwork AND ON SALE bin art, PLUS a special promotion: Get a FREE T-shirt or upcycled tote bag (while supplies last) with artwork purchase of $100 or […]
Join fellow members ONLINE for the Summer Membership Meeting on Sunday, August 16 from 4-5pm.RSVP Now Current members who RSVP in advance and attend will receive a $10 gift certificate to Pork Barrel BBQ! Unfortunately we can't picnic together this year, but let's individually patron Del Ray Artisans' frequent sponsor Pork Barrel BBQ through take […]
This workshop is sold out.Workshop: Playing with Resin Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson Date/Time: Monday, August 17 from 6-9pm Class size: 5-9 participants (Register by August 14) Learn the ins and outs of mixing resin and using it in your artwork as an adhesive, a covering, or the main medium. There's lots of creative time during this […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to All Area Artists Art in Movement, Journey through Dance Exhibit Dates: September 4-27, 2020 Deadline extended to Monday, August 17, 2020 by midnight This art exhibit celebrates the joys of movement through dance and features the art of Belly Dance. Belly Dance is expressed in many styles that communicate […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Art by Mail II Online Art Exhibit September 1 - November 1, 2020 Digital entries due: Thursday, August 20, 2020 by midnight "Stitch Meditation #3" by Christine Vinh Enter your original small 2D and 3D mailable art. Each entry may be one piece or a […]
Call for Proposals2021 Art Exhibits at Del Ray Artisans Proposal deadline extended to Thursday, August 20, 2020 by midnight "Tell Me a Story" exhibit at Del Ray Artisans, March 2020 Del Ray Artisans is seeking exhibit proposals for next year's calendar. Del Ray Artisans strives to offer exhibits that reach a broad and diverse audience, […]
This workshop has been cancelled. Instructor: Jonathan Ottke Date: Saturday, August 22 from 10am-1pm Class size: 5-9 participants (Register by August 18) In this workshop we will create art from materials found in the natural world. Great art can be made from natural materials such as twigs, stones, shells, feathers, seeds, shells and clay - […]
This time is reserved for the 2021 Exhibit Selection Committee.Not open to the public. Question? Please contact the committee chairs: Liz Martinez (catniphaze@gmail.com) and Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com).
Instructors: Eileen O'Brien and Audrey Dervarics Date: Tuesday, August 25 from 6-9pm Class size: 4-6 participants (Register by August 21) Gel plate printing is a fun and easy way to create beautiful one-of-a-kind prints without a press. This class introduces the basic techniques of gel printing, with plates and all other materials provided. Participants will […]
The in-person event has been canceled; however, check out these special presentations from the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan WashingtonÆ:Back to Virtual School - Will your child be staring at screens all day long? Take this opportunity, celebrate "20/20", and take control of your child's eye health by learning what you need to know […]
Time for artists to pick up their unsold artwork from the closing show, Hello, Bright Eyes, by appointment only. Questions? Contact the curators Stephanie Chan (vangoat.studios@gmail.com) and Tracy Wilkerson (recycledworks@yahoo.com)
Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork and marketplace entries for the upcoming exhibit, Art in Movement. Artwork drop off is Sunday, August 30 by appointment only.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 […]
Art by Mail II Online Exhibit September 1 - November 1, 2020 "Coronavirus Thoughts" by Gretchen D'Amore, watercolor, 8x8" View the Artwork Would you like to receive small, handcrafted artwork in your mailbox? Del Ray Artisans has the answer! View the Art by Mail II exhibit from September 1 through November 1, 2020. The exhibit […]
Art by Mail II Online Exhibit September 1 - November 1, 2020 "Coronavirus Thoughts" by Gretchen D'Amore, watercolor, 8x8" View the Artwork Would you like to receive small, handcrafted artwork in your mailbox? Del Ray Artisans has the answer! View the Art by Mail II exhibit from September 1 through November 1, 2020. The exhibit […]
This time is reserved for the curator to finalize the exhibit.Get a sneak peek tomorrow (Thursday, September 3). The Art in Movement exhibit officially opens Friday, September 4. Gallery hours are Thursday & Friday 12-6pm, Saturday 12-4pm.
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.The 2020 themes are: April 2 - Event Cancelled; Gallery Closed May 7 - Porch Party in Del Ray; Gallery Closed June 4 - Vigil For George Floyd; Food […]
Art in Movement, Journey through Dance Art Exhibit September 4 - 26, 2020 "Portrait of my Mother" by Corrin Pumphrey, oil, 30 x 18?, $800 View the Artwork The Art in Movement, Journey through Dance art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery celebrates the joys of movement through dance and features the art of belly […]
Art in Movement, Journey through Dance Art Exhibit September 4 - 26, 2020 "Portrait of my Mother" (detail) by Corrin Pumphrey, oil, 30 x 18?, $800 There will not be an opening reception, but you may enjoy the artwork at your leisure on Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-6pm, and Saturdays 12-4pm. Please wear a face mask […]