Time for artists to pick up their unsold artwork from the closing show, Treasures of the DMV. Questions? Contact the curator Ronald Reel at reellawyer@gmail.com. Artwork credit: "TREASURES OF THE DMV" by Ronald Reel
Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork entries for the upcoming exhibit, Farther Afield. Artwork drop off is Sunday, August 27 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 […]
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry 12 Elements of Nature at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital September 18, 2023 – January 27, 2024 Entry deadline: Sunday, August 27, 2023 by midnight Most of us are aware of the four classics elements of nature: Earth, Water, Wind, and Fire. Did you know […]
Farther Afield Art Exhibit September 1–30, 2023 Opening Reception: Friday, September 1 from 7–9pm Art allows the viewer to travel and experience new sights without leaving home. The Farther Afield art exhibit takes this literally by celebrating artwork that takes us outside of our day-to-day lives to locations far and wide. Whether depicting a scene […]
Farther Afield Art Exhibit September 1–30, 2023 Opening Reception: Friday, September 1 from 7–9pm Art allows the viewer to travel and experience new sights without leaving home. The Farther Afield art exhibit takes this literally by celebrating artwork that takes us outside of our day-to-day lives to locations far and wide. Whether depicting a scene […]
Call for Entry (Open to Members Only) Del Ray Artisans’ 2024 Wall Calendar Digital entries due Sunday, September 3, 2023 Members: Submit your best work to the 11th annual Del Ray Artisans’ wall calendar! All entries are to be received digitally, and no physical pieces of art will be collected. There is no entry fee, […]
Drop-in and practice life drawing on one select Tuesday evening each month. 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 […]
Due to the projected thunderstorms, the last First Thursday of 2023 has been rescheduled from September 7 to October 5. The gallery will still be open late on September 7 from 12-9pm. Come inside Del Ray Artisans gallery to see the Farther Afield art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays […]
Celebration Art Exhibit at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital May 1 – September 9, 2023 Photo Album | Online Store “Celebration” is the action of marking one’s pleasure at an important event or occasion by engaging in enjoyable, typically festive and social, activity. Spring and summer bring so many opportunities to celebrate—such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, […]
Instructor: Amy Castine, amy.castine@aim.com Date/Time: Saturday, September 9 from 9am-12pm Cost: $60 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 4-10 participants (Register by noon on September 8) Join instructor Amy Castine for a great introduction to off loom bead weaving as you learn to make your own lanyard/glasses […]
The September 10, 2023 session has been cancelled. Please join us on Sunday, October 8. Del Ray Urban Sketchers operates on a drop-in basis and meets the second Sunday of most months* at St. Elmo's Coffee Pub in Del Ray. Mark your calendar or set a reminder in Eventbrite. Urban sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys […]
Call for Artists Del Ray Artisans Holiday Market December 1–23, 2023 Application deadline: Sunday, September 10, 2023 by midnight Applications for exhibitors in Del Ray Artisans' 28th annual Holiday Market are now open. Different artists from a variety of media categories will be selected for each weekend. Preference is given to Del Ray Artisans members. […]
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 […]
This Board meeting will an online meeting through Zoom. Active members are welcome to attend 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 […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery Exhibit Dates: October 6–28, 2023 Digital entry extended deadline to Saturday, September 16, 2023 by midnight From the daring swordswoman with her bevy of mythical beasts to the haggard bog witch, all expressions of the fantastic are invited! […]
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 […]
Due to the weather, the 2nd annual HalloWEIRD outdoor art market has been rescheduled to Sunday, October 15, 2023. Come browse Halloween-inspired creations that are spooky, creepy, crawly, and goth. Maybe you like the upbeat, fun side of the season, like costumes, hot cider, hay rides, autumn colors. You can see art celebrating that too! […]
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Alcove Gift Shop October 6 – November 26, 2023 Application deadline: Saturday, September 23, 2023 by midnight Del Ray Artisans’ Alcove is a gift shop within the gallery, where members (who apply and are accepted) display and sell their work. Unframed 2-D works are available […]
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 4 – September 30, 2023. All work featured […]
This workshop has been cancelled. Instructor: Dani and Erica Date/Time: Saturday, September 30, choose 9:45am–10:45am or 11am–12pm Cost: $10 Del Ray Artisans member / $15 Non-member; plus a $5 Supply Fee Class size: 4-12 participants (Register by midnight on September 25) Join Dani and Erica as they guide small warriors to make foam swords and […]
Practiced by artists and naturalists alike, nature journaling is a centuries-old exercise in refining our powers of observation, appreciation for nature, drawing skills, and mindful presence. This group is open to all experience levels as we meet to sketch, connect, and learn together! We meet at 10am in front of Del Ray Artisans on the […]
This workshop has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 4 from 6-9pm. Instructor: Y'vonne Page-Magnus Date/Time: Saturday, September 30 from 6-9pm (NEW DATE!) Cost: $15 Del Ray Artisans member / $25 Non-member; plus a $30 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by noon on Sept 29) Design and make two stretchy bracelets out of a […]