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MeWOW: Fabulous Felines Art Exhibit February 7 – March 1, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, February 7 from 7–9pm “Birthday Happys” by Guy Jones “Lions and Tigers and Tabbies! Oh Meow!” Local artists let their creative cat out of the bag in a diverse array of mediums for the purr-fectly paw-some MeWOW: Fabulous Felines exhibit at […]
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Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate Date/Time: Sunday, February 23, 9-10:30am Cost: $10/child Class size: 1-15 participants (Register in advance; drop-ins allowed, space permitting.) Students will learn about the science and culture of mindfulness, as well as how creating mandalas can help support being mindful. In addition, they will explore how our pets keep us grounded in […]
$10
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Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate Date/Time: Sunday, February 23, 10:30am-noon Cost: $10/child Class size: 1-15 participants (Register in advance; drop-ins allowed, space permitting.) Students will learn about the science and culture of mindfulness, as well as how creating mandalas can help support being mindful. In addition, they will explore how our pets keep us grounded in […]
$10
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Join fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the Member Meeting & Art Supplies Swap on Sunday, February 23 starting at 4pm. Save the date for the first member meeting of 2025. 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 […]
FREE; Open only to members
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Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]
$8 – $10
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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 3 – March 1, 2025. All work featured […] |
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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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Fairy Tales Around the World Art Exhibit March 7–29, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, March 7 from 7–9pm “Tiny Travels” by Courtney Pippin-Mathur Remember your favorite stories as a child? The faraway lands, perilous journeys with magical characters and fantastic creatures? The Fairy Tales Around the World art exhibit celebrates the stories and fables that shaped […]
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Fairy Tales Around the World Art Exhibit March 7–29, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, March 7 from 7–9pm Remember your favorite stories as a child? The faraway lands, perilous journeys with magical characters and fantastic creatures? The Fairy Tales Around the World art exhibit celebrates the stories and fables that shaped us, from local legends to […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Instructor Morgan Parr Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Saturday, March 8, 10am-12pm Cost: $25/child Class size: 4-20 participants (Register in advance; walk-ins welcome only if space permits) Draw your own fairy home using markers and paint to capture even the tiniest of details. Young artists will use picture books, drawings, and their creativity to create a […]
$25
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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 […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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UPDATE: The Monday, March 10, 2025 session has been cancelled. Please join us on the next scheduled date. 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 and the local art scene. […]
FREE, donations appreciated
Call for Entry ~ Only open by invitation to outstanding member volunteers Synchronous Exhibit Dates: April 4-26, 2025 Digital entry deadline: March 10, 2025 by midnight “Synchronous Humanity” by Morgan Parr Synchronous is a special exhibit designed to provide our most dedicated Del Ray Artisans volunteers with an opportunity to share their creative work. These […] |
2 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 Margaret Slipek at Secretary@DelRayArtisans.org at least four days in advance of the meeting to be included on […] |
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This workshop is being rescheduled. Please contact the Programs Director at programs@delrayartisans.org with any questions. Instructor: Edom Alagaw, E21edomgeta@gmail.com Date/Time: Thursday, March 13, 6-8pm Cost: $32 Del Ray Artisans member / $42 Non-member; participants bring own supplies Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by midnight on March 11) Join our acrylic painting class and unleash your […]
$32 – $42
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This workshop has been cancelled. Instructor: Courtney Pippin-Mathur Date/Time: Fridays, March 14 and March 21, 6-9pm Cost: $50 Del Ray Artisans member / $60 Non-member; Plus $7 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by midnight on March 11) Ever dreamed of being a witch, wizard, princess or ogre? Join this workshop to learn to […]
$57 – $67
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2 events,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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Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]
$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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Instructor Courtney Pippin-Mathur Instructor: Courtney Pippin-Mathur Date/Time: Saturdays, March 22 & March 29, 10am-1pm Cost: $25/child Class size: 4-12 participants (Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome if space permits) Do you love fairy tales? Create your own fairy-tale inspired character to hang up in your room. Let your imagination run wild, from heroes who are scared, […]
$25
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This workshop has been rescheduled to Sunday, April 20. Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Sunday, March 23, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register by March 20) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use […]
$50 – $60
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Presenter: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Monday, March 24, 6:30-8:30pm Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member Class size: 7-20 participants (Register in advance; walk-ins welcome, space permitting) Do you like working with resin but want to get a little more creative? In this class, we will discuss advanced resin techniques such as layering, […]
$20 – $30
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Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]
$8 – $10
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Donate March 26–April 9 Starting Wednesday, March 26 through Wednesday, April 9, 2025 (Giving Day) our community comes together to support the amazing work of Alexandria nonprofits through Spring2ACTion, hosted by ACT for Alexandria. Please remember Del Ray Artisans is one of those worthy causes! Del Ray Artisans has been promoting art for the benefit […]
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This time is reserved for a special viewing of the Fairy Tales Around the World art exhibit for the nonprofit At Home in Alexandria (AHA). |
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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! Del Ray Artisans' Nature Journaling Club meets at 10am in front of […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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This date/time is reserved for the second session of the STEAM-tastic: 2-D Paper Mache Room Decoration Workshop. You must register prior to the first session. This workshop is for students ages 9-15 years old who attend with a guardian to assist with cutting cardboard. |
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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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Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity! The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. Activity on Thursday, April 3: Make your own 5×5-inch artwork inspired by Alma Thomas! Alma Thomas’ art was kindled by […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Synchronous Art Exhibit April 4–26, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, April 4 from 7–9pm “Synchronous Humanity” by Morgan Parr The Synchronous art exhibit features creative work by Del Ray Artisans’ top 100 volunteers. These members help make Del Ray Artisans a thriving organization that fosters community and acceptance, promotes authentic expression, and encourages artistic creations. Come […]
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Synchronous Art Exhibit April 4–26, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, April 4 from 7–9pm The Synchronous art exhibit features creative work by Del Ray Artisans’ top 100 volunteers. These members help make Del Ray Artisans a thriving organization that fosters community and acceptance, promotes authentic expression, and encourages artistic creations. Come celebrate the dedication of our […]
FREE, donations appreciated
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Instructor: Sandra Alami Date/Time: Saturday, April 5, 10am-3pm Cost: $15/child Space is limited to 18 girls and 6 adults (Register by April 1) Brownies will complete all the steps needed to earn their Art and Design badge. All art supplies provided. (The actual badge is not included.) Troop leaders should register as a troop and […]
$15
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