The gallery is closed to the public today while the exhibit is taken down. This time is reserved for artists to pick up and drop off artwork. Contact the outgoing or incoming curators with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Unsold Artwork Pick Up Time for artists to pick up their unsold […]
The Facilities Director will meet with City staff in the pool area.
Visible Touch: A Look at Texture Art Exhibit February 2–24, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, February 2 from 7–9pm Video Tour Come see the Visible Touch: A Look at Texture exhibit featuring works by local artists that explore texture through physical form and visual illusion. Join us for the opening reception on Friday, February 2 between […]
Visible Touch: A Look at Texture Art Exhibit February 2–24, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, February 2 from 7–9pm Come see the Visible Touch: A Look at Texture exhibit featuring works by local artists that explore texture through physical form and visual illusion. Join us for the opening reception on Friday, February 2 between 7-9pm at […]
Book: “Muse: Uncovering the Hidden Figures Behind Art History’s Masterpieces” by Ruth Millington Facilitator: Rusty Lynn Meeting Date: Saturday, February 3 from 10am-12pm (Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite) Join us on Saturday, February 3 from 10am-12pm to discuss “Muse: Uncovering the Hidden Figures Behind Art History’s Masterpieces” by Ruth Millington. This book explores the […]
Come to the FREE FUN-4-Hour “I Likey” Card Making Party on Saturday, February 3 from 4-8pm. Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Hostess Karen Schmitz welcomes all levels of “cardie” enthusiasts to drop-in (no registration required - set a reminder in Eventbrite). There will be plenty of art making materials, cards, envelopes, and ephemera available. […]
Drop-in and practice life drawing on two select Tuesday evenings 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 […]
Instructor: Sharon J. Burton Date/Time: Thursday, February 8, 6-8pm Class size: 5-12 participants Cost: $45 Del Ray Artisans member / $55 Non-member; plus bring your own notebook or journal (Register by midnight on February 4) Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the heart of your creativity? Whether you are an artist, […]
Join Alexandria Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and Del Ray Artisans (DRA) for our collaborative Sketching the Symphony program! Sketch by Margaret Wohler Bring your sketchbook and pencils and draw the musicians or interpret the music visually. You are welcome to bring lap board, but no easels. We will meet in the lobby at 7pm and be […]
Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists The Power of Two Exhibit Dates: March 1–30, 2024 Digital entry deadline: Saturday, February 10, 2024 by midnight “The Power of Two” by Karen Feeley and TJ Feeley Artists are invited to enter works that feature any two related items in one piece of art. For example, […]
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. (Del Ray Urban Sketchers does not meet in July, August, and December.) Mark your calendar or set a reminder in Eventbrite. Urban sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of […]
Call for Artists ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members Alcove Gift Shop March 1 – April 27, 2024 Application deadline: Sunday, February 11, 2024 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 […]
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Monday, February 12 from 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register in advance; This workshop is sold out. No walk-ins.) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as […]
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 four days in advance of the meeting to be included on […]
Instructor: BWS Johnson Date/Time: Saturday, February 17, 6-7:30pm Class size: 3-13 participants Cost: $35 Del Ray Artisans member / $45 Non-member; plus $25 supply fee (Register by noon on February 15) Have you always wanted to try your hand at floristry? Learn how to level up grocery store arrangements. Explore the difference in quality between […]
Join fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the Member Meeting & Art Supplies Swap on Sunday, February 18 starting at 4pm. Save the date for the first member meeting of 2024. Bring the supplies you no longer need and be ready to find a treasure in other’s discards. We’ll begin with a short meeting, and […]
Drop-in and practice life drawing on two select Tuesday evenings 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 […]
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 […]
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 January 5 – February 24, 2024. All work featured […]
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 […]
Instructor: Diana Manchak Date/Time: Saturday, February 24, 5-8pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 8-12 participants (Register by noon on February 23) Design and create a one-of-a-kind keepsake turtle. Students will use stoneware clay to hand-build a turtle by forming shapes from soft clay in […]
The gallery is closed to the public today while the exhibit is taken down. This time is reserved for artists to pick up and drop off artwork. Contact the outgoing or incoming curators with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Unsold Artwork Pick Up Time for artists to pick up their unsold […]
The Power of Two Art Exhibit March 1–30, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, March 1 from 7–9pm Come see The Power of Two art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery opening on March 1, 2024. This exhibit features any two related items in one piece of art, such as two of a kind, two complementary items, […]
The Power of Two Art Exhibit March 1–30, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, March 1 from 7–9pm Come see The Power of Two art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery opening on March 1, 2024. This exhibit features any two related items in one piece of art, such as two of a kind, two complementary items, […]