Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork entries for the upcoming exhibit, Afros and Abstract. Artwork drop off is Sunday, May 29 from 12-6pm 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 presentation […]
On First Thursday 6/2 at Del Ray Artisans gallery get a sneak peek of the upcoming Afros and Abstract art exhibit (open 12-9pm). The evening outdoor activity has been canceled due to the weather.Artwork credit: “The Other Lois and Clark” by Gordon Thomas Frank featured in the “Afros and Abstract” exhibit. Del Ray celebrates First […]
Afros and Abstract Art Exhibit June 3–26, 2022 Photo Album Visit Del Ray Artisans gallery between June 3-26, 2022 to experience the Afros and Abstract exhibit celebrating the individuality of body, space, imagination and time. This exhibit hopes to provoke interest in the visual beauty of a culture that reaches the expanse of humanity and a […]
Afros and Abstract Art Exhibit June 3–26, 2022 Visit Del Ray Artisans gallery between June 3-26, 2022 to experience the Afros and Abstract exhibit celebrating the individuality of body, space, imagination and time. This exhibit hopes to provoke interest in the visual beauty of a culture that reaches the expanse of humanity and a movement, encapsulating […]
The afternoon program is FULL; do not drop-in. If you would like to join the evening program that is currently sharing feedback via email and/or in person, 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 […]
This workshop is being postponed. New date TBD.Instructor: Tamara WilkersonDate/Time: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 6-8:30pmCost: $40 for DRA members and $50 for non-members; plus $25 supply feeClass Size: 6-12 participants(Register by June 4) WHAT YOU LEARN Em-power-UP to learn the basics of wire jewelry-making and jewelry repair! With 16 years of experience, your instructor […]
Instructor: Shona D’Cruz (pronounced “shawna”)Dates: Saturday, June 11 from 6:30–8:30pmCost: $65 for Del Ray Artisans members and $80 for non-members, plus a $20 supply feeClass size: 6-14 (16 years minimum age)(Register ASAP)Create a one-of-a-kind mini mosaic pendant out of beautiful millefiori, tiny ceramic tiles, glass tiles, natural stones and other fun materials. During this 2-hour class, […]
Join us at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub on the second* Sunday of the month from 1-3pm! Urban Sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations. Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and typically meets the second Sunday of each month. […]
This workshop has been rescheduled to Sunday, August 21 from 6-9pm.Instructor: Tracy WilkersonDate/Time: Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 6-9pmCost: $40 for Del Ray Artisans Members and $50 for non-members, plus a $10 supply feeClass size: 6-12 participants(Register by June 9) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use […]
Call for Artists Del Ray Artisans’ Summer Art MarketApplication deadline: Sunday, June 12, 2022 by midnight Apply now for our first indoor Summer Art Market! Different artists will be selected for each market day (Saturday, July 9 and Sunday, July 10 from 10am-4pm). Seeking a range of media including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting, […]
Join us Monday, June 13 between 4-8pm for a free event making All Occasion art cards to benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. “Cardie Host” Karen Schmitz shows art techniques, and all supplies are provided. The cards made will replenish the gallery card display or may be purchased to cover supplies and event organizer’s time. All […]
Drop-in and practice life drawing on Tuesday, June 14 from 7-10pm. 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 […]
This Board meeting has been canceled.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.
Our gardens have a great start for this year thanks to all the March and April volunteers who helped clear away the winter blahs. A huge thank you goes to Pamela Underhill for her vision, green thumb, and many years of work transforming the gardens to what they look like today. To be a part […]
Book: “The Duchamp Dictionary” by Thomas GirstFacilitator: Rusty LynnMeeting Date: Saturday, June 18 from 10am-12pm(Drop-in, set a reminder through Eventbrite)Come to our book club meeting on Saturday, June 18 from 10am to noon at the gallery. The book for this meeting is “The Duchamp Dictionary” by Thomas Girst. Marcel Duchamp was one of the most […]
Instructor: Holly BlackDate: Monday, June 20 from 6-8:30pmCost: $35 for DRA members and $45 for non-members, plus a $10 supply feeClass size: 6-14 participants(Register by midnight on June 17)Learn traditional and contemporary pen & ink techniques using a Uniball Vision fine point pen. Explore techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching and stippling with the pen and […]
UPDATE: The in-person meeting has been canceled, but art sharing by email maybe possible, contact Michele at mredaycook@gmail.com for more information. 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 […]
This workshop is now full. Registration is closed.Instructor: Suzan OkDate/Time: Saturday, June 25 from 10am-1pmCost: $25 Del Ray Artisans member / $35 Non-member; Plus $10 Supply FeeClass size: 3-6 participants(Register by midnight on June 22) Create your own bright, fun, scented soaps using a moisturizing shea butter base, premium fragrance oils, skin-safe colorants, and a […]
Photo Album The Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs May 6 – June 26, 2022. All work featured […]
This workshop has been rescheduled to Saturday, August 13 from 6-8pm. Instructors: Amy Castine and Erica Hughes Date/Time: Sunday, June 26 from 10am-12pm Cost: $25 Del Ray Artisans member / $35 Non-member Class size: 4-15 participants (Register by 6pm on June 24) El Anatsui is a Ghanaian sculptor who creates textured artworks from everyday objects. Using […]
Typically the gallery is closed the last Sunday of the month, however on June 26 the gallery will be open for the final day of the Afros and Abstract exhibit!The gallery will be open on Sunday, June 26 from 12-6pm. The gallery will be closed to the public in July for Art Camp. Local purchasers […]
Time for artists to pick up their unsold artwork from the closing exhibit, Afros and Abstract, and from Alcove Gift Shop by appointment only.Questions? Contact the exhibit curator: Maria I. Hart (afrosandabstract@gmail.com) or gift shop curator: Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com)
This 2-day workshop has been canceled. Consider taking the 2-hour Quilt Patch Mosaic Workshop (no glass cutting) on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 from 6:30–8:30pm for a taste of this artform. Instructor: Shona D’Cruz (pronounced “shawna”) Dates: Friday, July 1 from 10am–5pm AND Saturday, July 2 from 10am–12:30pm Class size: 6-10 participants (Register by midnight on June […]