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2 events,The gallery is closed to the public after 6pm on Saturday, April 25 and all day on Sunday, April 26 while the exhibit is taken down. This time is reserved for artists to pick up and drop off artwork. Contact the outgoing curators with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Unsold Artwork […] |
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Alexandria City High School 2026 Titan Student Art Exhibition May 1–23, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday, May 1 from 7–9pm Discover Alexandria’s next generation of local legends at the Alexandria City High School (ACHS) 2026 Titan Student Art Exhibition. In this showcase, Del Ray Artisans’ gallery offers you to experience student creativity firsthand. Stop by to […]
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Alexandria City High School 2026 Titan Student Art Exhibition May 1–23, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday, May 1 from 7–9pm Discover Alexandria’s next generation of local legends at the Alexandria City High School (ACHS) 2026 Titan Student Art Exhibition. In this showcase, Del Ray Artisans’ gallery offers you to experience student creativity firsthand. Stop by to […]
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Instructor: Syd Grossman Date/Time: Saturday, May 2, 6-7:30pm Cost: $25 per DRA member/$35 per non-member Class size: 5-8 participants (Register by April 28) Learn the fundamentals of how to use your sewing machine, whether you've just bought it or haven't used it in 20 years. Sewing machines open up a world of possibilities to make […]
$25 – $35
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Instructor: Yvette Trapani Date/Time: Sunday, May 3, 10am-Noon Cost: $45 Del Ray Artisans member / $55 Non-member; plus $20 supply fee Class size: 8-12 participants (Register by April 29) In this relaxing, hands-on workshop, participants will be introduced to mindfulness, meditation, & flow, then invited to experience mindfulness through the flowing art of acrylic pour […]
$65 – $75
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Instructor: Khushi Bhansali Date/Time: Sunday, May 3, 6-8pm Cost: $20 Del Ray Artisans member / $30 Non-member; plus $30 supply fee Class size: 5-20 participants (Register by April 29) Hand-paint and assemble your own ukulele to keep or give as a unique, one-of-a-kind handmade gift. The class begins with a quick overview of the ukulele’s […]
$50 – $60
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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. Artist can bring 1-2 works – complete or in progress – for feedback. All skill levels and media […]
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Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Monday, May 4, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register in advance to guarantee a spot; walk-ins welcome, space permitting.) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as […]
$50 – $60
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Drop-in and practice figure drawing on select Tuesday and Thursday 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. […]
$10 – $15
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Instructor: Victoria Walchak Date/Time: Saturday, May 6, 6-8pm Cost: $30 Teen / $45 Adult Del Ray Artisans member / $55 Adult Non-member, plus a $10 supply fee Class size: 10-20 participants (Register by May 2) Honey, I shrunk the art!! Join in for a teen focused, family friendly hands on Shrinky Dinks Charms workshop. participants […]
$40 – $65
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In 2026, Del Ray Artisans will have special extended gallery hours on the First Thursday of the month from April through June. Come check out the exhibit today from 12-9pm! The gallery is free to browse and all ages are welcome. From May 1–23, 2026, Del Ray Artisans gallery is hosting the Alexandria City High […] |
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Artist Application | Photo Album Del Ray Artisans' Spring Art Market is on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 9am-3pm in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery (2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA). This market that gives you the chance to purchase original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists in a […] |
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Instructor: Azita R. Houshiar Date/Time: Sunday, May 10, 10am-1pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus $10 supply fee Class size: 5-12 participants (Register by May 6) Collage by Azita Houshiar Come to play and experiment freely, and leave with pages started and ideas you can continue exploring long after the class […]
$50 – $60
Urban sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations. Bring your supplies and join us outside St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub (2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301) to produce still life, figure, or architecture subjects in your sketchbook. Participants will spend some time […]
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Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists USA at 250 Exhibit Dates: June 5–28, 2026 Digital entry deadline: Sunday, May 10, 2026 by midnight “The Many Faces of Washington” by Karen Feeley Capture the spirit of our nation: its past, present, and its promise for the future. In an era where it may be […] |
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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Drop-in and practice figure drawing on select Tuesday and Thursday 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. […]
$10 – $15
Del Ray Artisans Members Only Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry Paws and Kinship at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital June 8, 2026 – May 29, 2027 Entry deadline: Thursday, May 14, 2026 by midnight “Opal” by Rod Whyte Seeking 2D artwork that explores the emotional bond between ourselves and animals. Come celebrate the creatures […] |
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Welcome to Radical Sewing Club-ALX! Started in LA by Scout Quiquivix, the Alexandria chapter is a monthly drop-in style meeting where you can learn clothing repair, hand and machine sewing, or bring your own project to work on with the community. Radical Sewing Club is about more than sewing–it’s a space to reimagine craft outside […]
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Instructor: Syd Grossman Date/Time: Sunday, May 17, 10am to Noon Cost: $25 per DRA member/$36 per non-member Class size: 5-15 participants (Register by May 13) Applique is the process of applying material to the surface of another material for decoration (or mending!). Learn how to hand-sew patches onto ripped or worn areas, or to decorate […]
$30 – $41
Live From Your Studio is a free, members-only, virtual gathering where Del Ray Artisans members can connect from their art-making space. This virtual event will take place monthly on the third Sunday of the month (excluding December) over Zoom. Artists are encouraged (but not required) to join from their studios and make art during the […]
Free; Donations appreciated
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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 […]
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On Thursday, May 21 starting at 6pm, join your fellow Del Ray Artisans members for the spring member meeting and this FREE member benefit program (topic TBD). Details coming soon. The event will begin with a brief meeting and include refreshments. If you would like to contribute refreshments (thank you!), please reach out to the […]
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Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Saturday, May 23, 10am - noon Cost: $15 per teen; plus $5 supply fee Class size: 4-24 participants (Register by May 20) You don't have to be an artist to make art with Neurographic Art. A neuron is a cell that carries messages between the brain and other parts of our […]
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Energy of the Season Art Exhibit at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital June 9, 2025 – May 30, 2026 Photo Album | Online Store The Energy of the Season exhibit features 2D artwork by Del Ray Artisans members at VCA Old Town Animal Hospital. This exhibit features artwork exemplifying the spirit, passion, exuberance, and pizzazz […] 
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 […]
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The inextricable relationship between music and art is timeless. Del Ray Artisans, the Symphony Orchestra League of Alexandria (SOLA), and the Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia (SONOVA) present Pictures at an Alexandria Exhibition, an online art auction fundraising event and concert performance. SONOVA will present a live performance of music selections that inspired the artwork […] |
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The gallery is closed to the public today while artwork is collected for the next art exhibit. This time is reserved for artists to drop off artwork. Contact the incoming curators with any questions (contact info in the call for entry). Accepted Artwork Drop Off Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork entries […] |
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In 2026, Del Ray Artisans will have special extended gallery hours on the First Thursday of the month from April through June. From June 5–28, Del Ray Artisans gallery is hosting the USA at 250 art exhibit in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday. Come get a sneak peek today (Thursday, June 4) from 12–9pm! […] |
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USA at 250 Art Exhibit June 5–28, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday, June 5 from 7–9pm Join us for the opening reception on Friday, June 5 between 7-9pm to meet curators TJ Feeley and Karen Feeley and the artists. <!-- Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. --> Thank you to MCD Mateos McDonald’s […]
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USA at 250 Art Exhibit June 5–28, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday, June 5 from 7–9pm Join us for the opening reception on Friday, June 5 between 7-9pm to meet curators TJ Feeley and Karen Feeley and the artists. <!-- Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite. -->Thank you to MCD Mateos McDonald’s for […] |
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Instructor: Azita R. Houshiar Date/Time: Saturday, June 6, 10am-1pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus $10 supply fee Class size: 5-12 participants (Register by June 2) Collage by Azita Houshiar Come to play and experiment freely, and leave with pages started and ideas you can continue exploring long after the class […]
$50 – $60
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