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 […]
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This time is reserved for the Introduction to Knitting classes on (Thursdays) September 12, 19, and October 3 from 7-8:30pm (three 1.5 hour classes). You must register before midnight on September 9 to attend.
$75 – $85
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Artificial or Intelligence? Art Exhibit October 4–26, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, October 4 from 7–9pm “Sum of its parts?” by Nicole Mahoney <!-- Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. --> Talk about artificial intelligence, or AI, abounds. When humans work with AI, is the outcome less than, equal to, or greater […]
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Artificial or Intelligence? Art Exhibit October 4–26, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, October 4 from 7–9pm Talk about artificial intelligence, or AI, abounds. When humans work with AI, is the outcome less than, equal to, or greater than the sum of its parts? Come see the Artificial or Intelligence? art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray on Saturday, October 5, 2024 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. There will be entertainment for all ages, art activities, food, and artists displaying and selling their work all along Mount Vernon […]
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Instructor Suzan Ok Shumate Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate Date/Time: Saturday, October 5, 11am-4pm Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Drop-in, this is a self-paced activity) Design your own robot during our drop-in activity in the Kids Art Corner at Art on the Avenue. The Kids Art Corner is located outdoors in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields. […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Sunday, October 6 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; Walk-ins welcome, space permitting) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as an adhesive, a […]
$50 – $60
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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 […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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3 events,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 […] Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry Tumbling Through the Seasons at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital October 28, 2024 – May 31, 2025 Entry deadline: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 by midnight "Faerie Night" by Kathy Turner Seeking 2D artwork celebrating the seasons, from April Showers Bring May Flowers to a […] |
3 events,Order Now for a Discount! Cover art: "2024 Spring in Alexandria" by David Wardrick Del Ray Artisans' 2025 Wall Calendar featuring artwork by Del Ray Artisans members is available for pre-order now at just $18/calendar. (Regular price $20/calendar.) The pre-order discount price is only available until October 10. Pre-ordering the calendar helps our organization estimate […] Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members $100 and Under Exhibit Dates: November 1 – December 1, 2024 Digital entry deadline: Thursday, October 10, 2024 by midnight "This Monkey Has Gone to Heaven" by Karen Schmitz Members are invited to submit their best work priced at $100 or less. For this exhibit, […] |
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Photo collage credit: Photographs of MakersFEST 2022 courtesy of Karen Schmitz English ↓ | Español ↓ Call for Volunteers Seeking volunteers to help manage the Del Ray Artisans information tent, art-making tents, engage the public, and keep the event attendance tally. Volunteers are needed for both shifts: 11am-2pm (also assists with set-up) and 2pm-5pm (also […] |
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Join us at the Paws in the Park outdoor festival! This event is fun for the whole family, featuring entertainment, activities, animal-themed vendors, and, of course, a whole lot of adorable adoptables. Del Ray Artisans will have a tent with pet-inspired artwork from member Joyce Wagner (Reinvented Elegance), as well as information about current and […]
UPDATE: We are not meeting on Sunday, October 13. The next session will be Sunday, November 10. 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 […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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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 […]
$8 – $10
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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 […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Rejuvenation Art Exhibit at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital April 22–October 19, 2024 Photo Album | Online Store The Rejuvenation exhibit features 2D artwork by Del Ray Artisans members at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital. This exhibit features artwork exploring the concept of rejuvenation (the action or process of giving new energy or vigor to […] Give some TLC to Del Ray Artisans’ gardens! Join the Gardens Committee to spruce up the landscaping around the gallery. Bring gloves, knee pads (if desired), and laughter. Even if you don't know what a weed is, we can teach you. Volunteer for 1 hour or the whole 2.5 hours. If you have any questions, […]
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Instructor Cristin Guinan-Wiley This workshop is being rescheduled to a new date. Date TBD. Instructor: Cristin Guinan-Wiley Date/Time: Saturday, October 19, 9am-10:15am Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Register by October 18; drop-ins allowed space permitting) Have you ever wanted to learn about working in a science museum? Join expert Cristin Guinan-Wiley as she provides insights into […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Instructor Cristin Guinan-Wiley This workshop is being rescheduled to a new date. Date TBD. Instructor: Cristin Guinan-Wiley Date/Time: Saturday, October 19, 10:30am-11:45am Cost: FREE, donations appreciated (Register by October 18; drop-ins allowed space permitting) Have you ever wanted to learn about working in a science museum? Join expert Cristin Guinan-Wiley as she provides insights into […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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2024 Annual Member Meeting & 2025 Board of Directors Election Sunday, October 20, 4-6pm All members are invited to attend the 2024 Annual Meeting on Sunday, October 20 from 4-6pm at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Del Ray Artisans President Dawn Wyse Hurto will present a special message about the organization; the membership will vote on […]
FREE; Open only to members
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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 […]
$8 – $10
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Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Wednesday, October 23, 6-8pm Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus $5 Supply Fee Class size: 4-25 participants (Register in advance. Drop-ins welcome, space permitting.) You don't have to be an artist to make art with Neurographic Art. A neuron is a cell that carries messages between the […]
$25 – $35
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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 […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Instructor: Karina Mosser Date/Time: Saturday, October 26, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $35 Del Ray Artisans member / $45 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 4-15 participants (Register by midnight on October 23) Learn to take advantage of all paint types, including how to enhance pastel painting with elements of acrylic, ink, paint markers, and other […]
$45 – $55
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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 […] |
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The “Happy 275th Anniversary to the City of Alexandria #ALX275” installation is courtesy of Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Take a photo with the installation, share on social media and tag: #ALX275 #CityPride #DelRayArtisans The installation is approximately 40 feet wide by 7 feet tall and was created using natural and synthetic yarn, fabric trim, mylar, […] |
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$100 and Under Art Exhibit November 1 – December 1, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, November 1 from 7–9pm This November Del Ray Artisans is bringing back our popular $100 and Under exhibit concept from 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 showcasing members’ original artwork, all priced at $100 and under. The art will be sold on […]
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$100 and Under Art Exhibit November 1 – December 1, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, November 1 from 7–9pm This November Del Ray Artisans is bringing back our popular $100 and Under exhibit concept from 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 showcasing members’ original artwork, all priced at $100 and under. The art will be sold on […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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This workshop has been cancelled. Instructor: Sharon J. Burton Date/Time: Saturday, November 2, 10am-12pm Cost: $35 Del Ray Artisans member / $45 Non-member; plus a $15 Supply Fee Class size: 5-10 participants (Register by midnight on October 29) Collage by Sharon J. Burton Are you looking to reignite your creative spark? Do you want to […]
$50 – $60
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