Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork for the upcoming exhibit, The Big 3-0. Artwork drop off is Sunday, August 28 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 […]
Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including our WHIRLY TWIRLY: “Show Your Spirit” First Thursday!Come to the gallery during the last First Thursday of 2022 (September 1st) to make an Ojo de Dios at our outdoor activity table from 6-8pm. An Ojo de Dios "is a […]
The Big 3-0: 30th Anniversary Art Exhibit September 2 – October 1, 2022 Reception: Saturday, September 3 from 3-6pm View Photo Album Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year with a members art exhibit, anniversary party & reception, and programs that rhyme with THIRTY. The Big 3-0 members showcase features stunning […]
Discover the great breadth, creativity, and joy of handcrafted cards in this online collection. Creative Card Swap Online Exhibit opens Friday, September 2, 2022. We hope it inspires you to sign up to participate in our Creative Card Swap. In 2020 the “We’re all in this Together” Card Swap was started to keep artists connected […]
Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year with a members art exhibit, anniversary party & reception, and programs that rhyme with THIRTY. The Big 3-0 members showcase features stunning artwork in a variety of media and themes. Member artists share their favorite works, as well as memories of Del Ray […]
National Ceramic Call for EntryOpen to All Artists within the United StatesReturn to Eating, Drinking, and MerrimentOctober 7–29, 2022Digital entries due: Monday, September 5, 2022 by midnight Entry Details & Form In Ecclesiastes it is written that “there is nothing good for a man under the sun except to eat and to drink and to […]
Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including our PURTY: Life Drawing Session focused on gesture and short poses. Drop-in and practice life drawing on Tuesday, September 6 from 7-9pm. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. Traditional […]
Instructor: Betsy MeadDate/Time: Saturday, September 10 from 9:30am-12pm, plus pick up on Wednesday, September 14 from 7-8pmCost: $65 DRA member / $75 Non-member; plus $30 Supply FeeClass size: 9 participants maximum(Register by September 6)Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, take one or more of our rhyming programs in September! During the FUR-DY: Pet […]
Call for Entry for Non-Ceramic Art Open to Regional Artists Return to Eating, Drinking, and Merriment October 7–29, 2022Digital entries due: Sunday, September 11, 2022 by midnight Entry Details & Form In Ecclesiastes it is written that “there is nothing good for a man under the sun except to eat and to drink and to […]
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for EntryPlayful Creatures at VCA Alexandria Animal HospitalSeptember 26, 2022 – January 21, 2023 Deadline extended to Sunday, September 11, 2022 by midnight Seeking artworks that show creatures being lively, spirited, frisky, impish, rollicking, and good natured. The art may be whimsical, imaginative, homespun, or conventional. […]
The ONLINE afternoon program is FULL. 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. Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including our SHOW-ME: Partners in Art program […]
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.
Wednesday, September 14 from 7-8pm is reserved for participants in the FUR-DY: Pet Portrait in Glass Workshop to pick up their fired pieces. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. View other upcoming workshops, information about the facility and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
Wonders of Nature Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital May 16 – September 17, 2022 Photo Album | Online Store Nature can awe, amaze, and fascinate us. From a simple rainbow to the mighty Grand Canyon, nature is marvelous. This exhibit features 2D artwork that shines a light on the Wonders of Nature at […]
Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including joining our EARTHY: Garden Volunteers pulling weeds and spreading seeds!Our gardens have a great start for this year thanks to the spring volunteers who helped clear away the winter blahs. A huge thank you goes to Pamela Underhill for […]
Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including our WORDY: Creative Book Club program reading and discussing biographies of visual artists! Book: “Amazing Grace: The Life of Beauford Delaney” by Davy LeemingFacilitator: Rusty LynnMeeting Date: Saturday, Sept 17 from 10am-12pm(Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite) The book […]
Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including our JOURNEY: Del Ray Urban Sketchers program exploring and documenting the world around us! Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and typically meets the second Sunday* of each month at St. Elmo's Coffee Pub in Del Ray. […]
This event has been canceled by the instructor.Instructor: Tracy WilkersonDate/Time: Sunday, September 18 from 6-9pmCost: $40 DRA member / $50 Non-member; plus $10 Supply FeeClass size: 6-12 participants(Register by September 14) Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, take one or more of our rhyming programs in September! During the QWERTY: Playing with […]
Call for Artists ~ Open to Regional ArtistsDel Ray Artisans Holiday MarketFirst 3 Weekends in December 2022 Application deadline: Sunday, September 18, 2022 by midnight Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans’ 27th annual Holiday Market to be held each weekend from December 2-18, 2022 are now open. Different artists from a variety of media categories […]
Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, check out our rhyming programs in September—including our SHOW-ME: Partners in Art program where creatives gather and share feedback with each other! 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. […]
Order Now for a Discount! Del Ray Artisans' 30th Anniversary T-shirt features "Zoom" portraits by members. Order now to reserve your shirt at the special pre-order price - just $26/shirt! Regular price is $28/shirt. You will be notified when the t-shirts arrive, so you can come pick up your purchase. T-shirts are expected to arrive […]
Join us for HalloWEIRD (our new outdoor art market) on Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 10am–4pm to browse Halloween-inspired creations that are spooky, creepy, crawly, and goth-like. Or, maybe you like art that focuses on the upbeat, fun side of the season (e.g., costumes, hot cider, hay rides, autumn colors). You can see that too! The […]
This workshop is full.Instructor: Erica HughesDate/Time: Saturday, Sept 24 from 5:30-8:30pm AND Sunday, Sept 25 from 10am-1pmCost: $15 DRA member / $25 Non-member; plus $60 Supply FeeClass size: 2-10 participants(Register by September 10) Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, take one or more of our rhyming programs in September! During the HURDY GURDY workshop […]
Sunday, September 25 from 10am-1pm is reserved for participants in the HURDY GURDY workshop to complete their musical instruments. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. View other upcoming workshops, information about the facility and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
Instructor: Bridget Anthony-HliouiDate/Time: Wednesday, September 28 from 12-3pmCost: $60 DRA member / $70 non-member; plus $5 Supply FeeClass size: 4-10 participants(Register by September 24)Del Ray Artisans turns THIRTY this year. To celebrate, take one or more of our rhyming programs in September! During the NERDY: Tessellation Workshop use your love of art with basic math […]
Call for Artists ~ Open to Regional ArtistsDel Ray Artisans Holiday MarketFirst 3 Weekends in December 2022 Applications for a limited number of openings and the wait list are still being accepted. Apply ASAP. Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans’ 27th annual Holiday Market to be held each weekend from December 2-18, 2022 are […]
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 August 5 – October 1, 2022. All work featured […]
UPDATE: Art on the Avenue has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 12 due to the wind and rain associated with Hurricane Ian.Along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 10am-6pm, you’ll find: Art on the Avenue, a multicultural arts festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in Alexandria, Virginia. […]