Del Ray Artisans

ONLINE: Introduction to Animation (8-Week Course)
2021-05-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-05-19 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-05-26 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-06-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-06-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Online
Sean MacQuinor as Ice King from Adventure Time
Instructor: Sean MacQuinor
Date: Wednesdays, April 21 to June 9 from 7-8:30pm
Class size: 4-12 participants
(Register by April 14)
Learn the basics of animation with former Adult Swim Animation Lead Sean MacQuinor! If you have Adobe Creative Suite, you have Adobe Animate. As one of the animation industry’s chief tools, it is easy to use and learn the basics of professional animation. Whether you’re trying to start in the field of animation or learn the principles of motion that give character to life itself, artists and creators all benefit from developing an aptitude for recognizing those quirks of personality or nature that turn the thousand words a picture tells into a book set across the fourth dimension.
Supplies: Students will need to have a drawing tablet interface, and Adobe Creative Cloud, or at least Adobe Animate. Creative Cloud with all apps is $53/month or $600/year for adults (Adobe Animate alone is $21/month). The student price for all apps is $240 prepaid.
This workshop will be online through the Zoom platform. Registered participants will be sent the connection information via email two days before the workshop and again one hour before the workshop.
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“The Naked and the Newt” Call for Entry Deadline
2021-05-15 23:45 - 23:59 | Online
Call for Entry ~ Open to all area artistsThe Naked and the Newt
Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy
Exhibit Dates: June 4-26, 2021
Digital entry deadline extended to Saturday, May 15, 2021 by midnight
“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones
What is it like to be in a body? Can you sing the texture of a frog’s skin? Explore the experience of embodied humanity, your engagement with reptiles and amphibians, or even the intersection of the two! Our lifeways overlap with those of our cold-blooded co-habitants as we navigate paths through the world. This exhibition investigates conceptions of anatomy, texture, and conservation with our partners, the Virginia Herpetological Society.
This exhibit will have an Art-to-Go Marketplace. Entries for the marketplace are also due May 15. Priority will be given to entries that fit the theme.
Entry Details & Form

“Quarantine Creations” Refresh Call for Entry Deadline
2021-05-15 23:50 - 23:59 | Online
Del Ray Artisans Members Only
Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Additional Entries for the Quarantine Creations at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
June 1 – September 25, 2021
Digital entries due: Saturday, May 15, 2021 by midnight
This call for entry is for additional artworks to be selected and added to the Quarantine Creations exhibit. VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital is reopening the facility to clients on June 1, 2021.
We all have been going through some challenging times this past year. Our lives have changed due to the pandemic, and we have made many adjustments. Express your quarantine experience.
Must be a Del Ray Artisans member to enter (join Del Ray Artisans now); 2-dimensional works only. No entry fee; pieces previously shown are welcome.
Entry Details & Form

Artwork credit: “Flatten the Curve” by Kelly Postula

Pastel Painting Nature Workshop
2021-05-16 12:30 - 15:30 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
McAfee Knob by Teresa Brunson
Instructor: Teresa Brunson
Date: Sunday, May 16 from 12:30pm-3:30pmCost: $70 Del Ray Artisans member / $75 Non-members
Class size: Up to 8 participants
(Register by Friday, May 14 at midnight)
Have fun learning pastel painting! Pastels are a fun and forgiving medium to use. Whether you are trying this medium for the first time or have experience you want to build on, this workshop is for you. Through demonstrations and hands-on activities you will learn pastel painting techniques such as layering, blending, and mark-making to create beautiful nature scenes. You will also paint on different types of pastel paper including sanded paper.
All materials will be provided so just bring yourself and have fun painting. Participants must wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space.
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Fall Flowers by Teresa Brunson

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Urban Sketchbooking (Free)
2021-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join us at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub on the second* Sunday of the month from 1-3pm!
Urban Sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations.
This meetup operates on a drop-in basis during afternoons of the second Sunday of each month, so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us outside at the cafe to produce still life, figure, or architecture subjects in your sketchbook. Participants will spend some time putting their skills into practice and then reconvene for a review of finished works.
“Working Out (St. Elmo’s)” by Cathy Messina
Please wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space. During the pandemic this program is FREE! Donations appreciated.
Meet outside at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub (2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301). Contact the organizer, Joan Bickelhaupt (joanbickelhaupt@gmail.com), with any questions.
*PLEASE NOTE: In February and May 2021, we will meet on the third Sunday of the month to avoid holidays.
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ONLINE: Member Meeting & Benefit Program
2021-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
Nina Tisara
(Photo: Steven Halperson)
Join fellow Del Ray Artisans members ONLINE for the Member Meeting & Benefit Program on Thursday, May 20 starting at 7pm.
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We’ll begin with a short meeting, then Nina Tisara and Steven Halperson will tell us about their work creating portraits for Living Legends of Alexandria.
Nina Tisara founded Living Legends of Alexandria, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring and chronicling individuals who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in Alexandria, Virginia. Beginning her career as a part-time photojournalist, Nina has photographed Alexandria people and places since 1980 and started the Living Legends program in 2006. After 30+ years as a professional photographer, Nina Tisara’s primary artistic focus is now mosaics and, in her not-so-spare time, Nina writes a monthly column for the Zebra newspaper.
Steven Halperson manages and is the primary photographer for Tisara Photography in Old Town Alexandria, a family owned and operated business incorporated in 1985. His portraits of Alexandria’s current Living Legends are on permanent display in the Market Square Lobby of Alexandria City Hall. Steven continues to develop the creative aspects of his work and experiments with various forms of expression, copper etching and circuit boards, as well as photography.
PLUS register for the meeting before 5pm on May 18 and attend to also be entered into a drawing for some Del Ray Artisans’ swag! Winners must pick up prizes by June 26.
If you have any questions, please reach out the Membership Director, Beth Richardson, at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org.
Due to the pandemic this meeting will be online. The meeting is open to all members and is free, but you must register before 5pm on May 20 to receive the Zoom meeting connection information in time. You may attend on a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
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Dates Reserved for Repairs
2021-05-24 - 2021-05-26 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Do not schedule any events in the gallery from Monday-Wednesday, March 24-26, 2021. These dates are reserved for repair work.
The Art of Nature exhibit ends on Saturday, May 29. Gallery hours are Thursdays & Fridays 12-6pm, Saturdays 12-4pm. Don’t miss this exhibit!

Photo caption: Facilities Director Kurt Peterson with newly installed Merchandise Display, January 2020

VIA EMAIL: Partners in Art Evening
2021-05-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
In-person meetings have been cancelled until further notice; however, this program is offering monthly sharing & feedback via EMAIL. Contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) for information.

All local artists, from beginners to professionals, are invited. We discuss the local art scene, exhibit opportunities, share artistic goals, techniques, media, and creative processes. Enjoy the collegiality and support of your fellow artists! Participants may also bring in 1-3 artworks, in any medium, in any stage, to discuss goals, process, and ask for advice.
This program is free, but donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated. Contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) with questions.
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“The Art of Nature” Artwork Pick Up
2021-05-29 12:30 - 18:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Time for artists and buyers to pick up their artwork from the closing show, The Art of Nature, by appointment only.
Questions? Contact the curator Cynthia Schoeppel (schoeppc@hotmail.com)

“The Naked and the Newt” Artwork Drop Off
2021-05-30 12:00 - 18:00 | VA
“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones
Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork and marketplace entries for the upcoming exhibit, The Naked and the Newt. Artwork drop off is Sunday, May 30 from 12-6pm by appointment only.
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 the Call for Entry for show specific information.
Questions? Contact the curator Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com)

First Thursday (Gallery Open Until 9pm Tonight! Photo shoot at 7pm)
2021-06-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Unmask Your Inner Superhero – Del Ray Artisans gallery will be open late!
See The Naked and the Newt exhibit; PLUS come dressed as a SUPERHERO (especially reptile- or amphibian- themed ones) for the silly photo shoot outside the gallery at 7pm (June 3 and June 12)!
Don’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm on June 12!

Del Ray celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6-9pm on the first Thursday of the month (April through September).
Visit Del Ray Artisans gallery for a sneak peek of the next art exhibit, then order dinner and drinks for carryout from one of Del Ray’s local restaurants, and stroll the neighborhood!
The 2021 First Thursday themes are:

April 1 – Petal Porch Party – This theme is also part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with Del Ray as one of the stops!
May 6 – Dog Days in Del Ray – The gallery will be open until 9pm! Come get a sneak peek of The Art in Nature exhibit.
Rescheduled to June 10 and rescheduled again to June 12 due to weather – Unmask Your Inner Superhero – The gallery will be open until 8pm on June 10th and 9pm on June 12th. See The Naked and the Newt exhibit; PLUS come dressed as a SUPERHERO (especially reptile- or amphibian- themed ones) for the silly photo shoot outside the gallery at 7pm (June 3rd and June 12th)! Don’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm on June 12th!
July 1 – TBD
August 5 – TBD
September 2 – TBD

The Naked and the Newt (6/4-6/26)
2021-06-04 - 2021-06-26 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art Exhibit
June 4 – 26, 2021
“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones
View Online: Photo Album | Video Tour
Come see The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy art exhibit to see how artists explore the human body and reptiles / amphibians / herpetons. This exhibition investigates conceptions of anatomy, texture, and conservation with our partners, the Virginia Herpetological Society, and runs June 4-26, 2021 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible.
Reserve a ticket for a half-hour viewing during the extended hours on opening day: Friday, June 4 between 12-8pm. Opening day tickets are not required, but ticket holders have priority entry. The gallery capacity is limited to 10 people at any one time in order to facilitate social distancing.
Opening Day Tickets
Regular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-6pm, and Saturdays 12-4pm. This exhibit will also be open during these extended hours:

First Thursday Sneak Peek, June 3, 12-9pm
Saturday, June 5, 12-8pm
Sunday, June 6, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)
Friday, June 11, 12-8pm
Saturday, June 12, 11am-8pm
Sunday, June 13, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)
Friday, June 25, 12-8pm

The Naked and the Newt is brought to you by Del Ray Artisans and the Virginia Herpetological Society.
Also register now for workshops taught by local artists and free talks by the Virginia Herpetological Society. These special events are offered in conjunction with the exhibit:

ONLINE TALK: Our National Symbol – an evidence based argument for why salamanders should replace the bald eagle on Thursday, June 10 from 6:30-7:30pm (FREE! Register by 4:30pm on June 10)
OUTDOOR EVENT: Live Animal Drawing on Saturday, June 12 from 11am-6pm (Just $7 for a half-hour! Register by June 9)
IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Playing with Resin on Monday, June 14 from 6-9pm (Register by June 11)
ONLINE WORKSHOP: Crochet for Beginners on Saturday, June 19 from 1-3pm (Register by June 12)
ONLINE WORKSHOP: Draw the Human Figure – Anatomical Sketching on Sunday, June 20 from 1-3pm (Register by June 13)
ONLINE TALK: Turtles of Virginia – Life History and Conservation on Friday, June 25 from 6:30-7:30pm (FREE! Register by 5pm on June 25)

Del Ray Artisans is ALX Promise certified and is committed to the health and safety of our visitors. Please wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space.
For more information, contact the curator, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com), or Director of Curating, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).

“The Naked and the Newt” Exhibit Opening Day Appointments
2021-06-04 12:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art ExhibitJune 4 – 26, 2021
“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones
Come see The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy art exhibit to see how artists explore the human body and reptiles / amphibians / herpetons. This exhibition investigates conceptions of anatomy, texture, and conservation with our partners, the Virginia Herpetological Society, and runs June 4-26, 2021 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-6pm, and Saturdays 12-4pm. The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible.
Reserve a ticket for a half-hour viewing during the extended hours on opening day: Friday, June 4 between 12-8pm. Opening day tickets are not required, but ticket holders have priority entry. The gallery capacity is limited to 10 people at any one time in order to facilitate social distancing.
Opening Day Tickets

The Naked and the Newt is brought to you by Del Ray Artisans and the Virginia Herpetological Society.
Also register now for workshops taught by local artists and free talks by the Virginia Herpetological Society. These special events are offered in conjunction with the exhibit:

ONLINE TALK: Our National Symbol – an evidence based argument for why salamanders should replace the bald eagle on Thursday, June 10 from 6:30-7:30pm (FREE! Register by 4:30pm on June 10)
OUTDOOR EVENT: Live Animal Drawing on Saturday, June 12 from 11am-6pm (Just $7 for a half-hour! Register by June 9)
IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Playing with Resin on Monday, June 14 from 6-9pm (Register by June 11)
ONLINE WORKSHOP: Crochet for Beginners on Saturday, June 19 from 1-3pm (Register by June 12)
ONLINE WORKSHOP: Draw the Human Figure – Anatomical Sketching on Sunday, June 20 from 1-3pm (Register by June 13)
ONLINE TALK: Turtles of Virginia – Life History and Conservation on Friday, June 25 from 6:30-7:30pm (FREE! Register by 5pm on June 25)

Del Ray Artisans is ALX Promise certified and is committed to the health and safety of our visitors. Please wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space.
For more information, contact the curator, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com), or Director of Curating, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).

Extended hours during “The Naked and the Newt” art exhibit
2021-06-05 12:00 - 20:00, 2021-06-11 12:00 - 20:00, 2021-06-12 11:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art Exhibit
June 4 – 26, 2021
Come see The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy art exhibit to see how artists explore the human body and reptiles / amphibians / herpetons. This exhibition investigates conceptions of anatomy, texture, and conservation with our partners, the Virginia Herpetological Society, and runs June 4-26, 2021 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible.
Regular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-6pm, and Saturdays 12-4pm. This exhibit will also be open during these extended hours:

Saturday, June 5, 12-8pm
Sunday, June 6, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)
Friday, June 11, 12-8pm
Saturday, June 12, 11am-8pm
Sunday, June 13, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)
Friday, June 25, 12-8pm

Del Ray Artisans is ALX Promise certified and is committed to the health and safety of our visitors. Please wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space. The gallery capacity is limited to 10 people at any one time in order to facilitate social distancing.
For more information, contact the curator, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com), or Director of Curating, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).

Meet the “The Naked and the Newt” art exhibit curator
2021-06-06 12:00 - 16:00, 2021-06-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States

ONLINE: Partners in Art (FULL)
2021-06-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
The ONLINE afternoon program is FULL.
If you would like to join the evening program that is currently sharing feedback via email (resuming in person meeting beginning in September 2021), 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 and the local art scene. Artist can bring 1-3 works – complete or in progress – for feedback. All skill levels and media welcome.
This program is free, but donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated. Contact Mila Mateu (milaenartes@gmail.com) or Suzanne Tillman (zannet@verizon.net) with questions about the afternoon program.
This event will be an online meeting through the Zoom platform. Current afternoon program participants will receive a reminder of the meeting with the Zoom information in advance of the meeting.
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ONLINE: Board Meeting (2021)
2021-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
This Board meeting will a virtual session.
Active members are welcome to visit 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 the agenda.

Gallery Open Until 8pm Tonight! First Thursday Rescheduled to Saturday, June 12
2021-06-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This event has been rescheduled to Saturday, June 12, 6-9pm (photo shoot at 7pm). The gallery will be open tonight (Thursday, June 10) until 8pm. Come see the exhibit!
Unmask Your Inner Superhero – Come dressed as a SUPERHERO (especially reptile- or amphibian- themed ones in honor of The Naked and the Newt exhibit) for the silly photo shoot outside the gallery at 7pm (on June 3 and June 12)!
Don’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm on June 12!

Del Ray celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6-9pm on the first Thursday of the month (April through September).
Visit Del Ray Artisans gallery for a sneak peek of the next art exhibit, then order dinner and drinks for carryout from one of Del Ray’s local restaurants, and stroll the neighborhood!
The 2021 First Thursday themes are:

April 1 – Petal Porch Party – This theme is also part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with Del Ray as one of the stops!
May 6 – Dog Days in Del Ray – The gallery will be open until 9pm! Come get a sneak peek of The Art in Nature exhibit.
Rescheduled to June 10 and rescheduled again to June 12 due to weather – Unmask Your Inner Superhero – The gallery will be open until 8pm on June 10th and 9pm on June 12th. See The Naked and the Newt exhibit; PLUS come dressed as a SUPERHERO (especially reptile- or amphibian- themed ones) for the silly photo shoot outside the gallery at 7pm (June 3rd and June 12th)! Don’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm on June 12th!
July 1 – TBD
August 5 – TBD
September 2 – TBD

ONLINE: Our National Symbol – an evidence based argument for why salamanders should replace the bald eagle (FREE)
2021-06-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Online
Instructor: Erin AnthonyDate: Thursday, June 10 from 6:30-7:30pm
Class size: 1-100 participants
(Register by 4:30pm on June 10)
The bald eagle has long been our national symbol – a species common throughout North America. But I believe that Americans are a more unique breed, and our symbol should reflect that. Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina are blessed with being the global biodiversity hotspot for salamanders. Nowhere in the world has as many. In this talk, I will tell you why Americans are better represented by salamanders than by the bald eagle.
About the Presenter: Erin Anthony is currently serving as Vice President of the Virginia Herpetological Society, a volunteer run non-profit dedicated to the conservation and education of native reptiles and amphibians. She works as a sustainability coordinator and middle school science teacher at a private school on the eastern shore of Virginia.
This presentation is brought to you by the Virginia Herpetological Society (VHS) and Del Ray Artisans, both 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, in conjunction with the The Naked and the Newt: Humans and Herpetons art exhibit.
The presentation is FREE; donations are appreciated. You may donate via the registration page (select “Register” and choose donation amount).
This presentation will be online through the Zoom platform. Registered participants will be sent the connection information via email two days before the presentation and again one hour before the presentation. You may attend on a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
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View other upcoming workshops, information about the facility, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.

OUTDOOR: Live Animal Drawing – Texture Focus
2021-06-12 11:00 - 17:00 | VA
Flicker (Blue tongue Skink)
Coordinators: Erica Hughes, Larry Mendoza, Bonnie Keller
Date: Saturday, June 12 from 11am-5pm in half-hour shifts ($7 per 30 minutes)
Event size: 6 animals, 1-6 participants per animal
(Drop-ins welcome; Register in advance to reserve your preferred time and model)
Come practice sketching or painting natural textures with live models Persephone (Gila Monster), Flicker (Blue tongue Skink), Pyxel (African Pixie Frog), Cookie (Western Hognose Snake) and two more snakes (a Rat Snake and Timber Rattlesnake). Six socially-distanced chairs will be set up around a critter-containing vivarium under a canopy outdoors near the gallery. Seven dollars for a 30-minute session with one animal.
On the registration page, choose a half-hour time slot, then choose a model. You may register for multiple half-hour time slots (and may select the same or different models for each time slot).
This event will be held outside the gallery, rain or shine. Participants must wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space.
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Pyxel (African Pixie Frog)
Persephone (Gila Monster)

View other upcoming workshops, information about the facility, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.

First Thursday (Gallery Open Until 9pm Tonight! Photo shoot at 7pm)
2021-06-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Unmask Your Inner Superhero:
Come dressed as a SUPERHERO (especially reptile- or amphibian- themed ones in honor of The Naked and the Newt exhibit) for the silly photo shoot outside the gallery at 7pm!
Don’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm!

Del Ray celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6-9pm on the first Thursday of the month (April through September).
Visit Del Ray Artisans gallery for a sneak peek of the next art exhibit, then order dinner and drinks for carryout from one of Del Ray’s local restaurants, and stroll the neighborhood!
The 2021 First Thursday themes are:

April 1 – Petal Porch Party – This theme is also part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with Del Ray as one of the stops!
May 6 – Dog Days in Del Ray – The gallery will be open until 9pm! Come get a sneak peek of The Art in Nature exhibit.
Rescheduled to June 10 and rescheduled again to June 12 due to weather – Unmask Your Inner Superhero – The gallery will be open until 8pm on June 10th and 9pm on June 12th. See The Naked and the Newt exhibit; PLUS come dressed as a SUPERHERO (especially reptile- or amphibian- themed ones) for the silly photo shoot outside the gallery at 7pm (June 3rd and June 12th)! Don’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm on June 12th!
July 1 – TBD
August 5 – TBD
September 2 – TBD

Urban Sketchbooking (Free)
2021-06-13 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join us at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub on the second Sunday of the month from 1-3pm!
Urban Sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations.
This meetup operates on a drop-in basis during afternoons of the second Sunday of each month, so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us outside at the cafe to produce still life, figure, or architecture subjects in your sketchbook. Participants will spend some time putting their skills into practice and then reconvene for a review of finished works.
“Working Out (St. Elmo’s)” by Cathy Messina
Please wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space. During the pandemic this program is FREE! Donations appreciated.
Meet outside at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub (2300 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301). Contact the organizer, Joan Bickelhaupt (joanbickelhaupt@gmail.com), with any questions.
NOTE: We will not meet in July, August, and December.
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Playing with Resin – Focus on Texture (FULL, Join Waitlist)
2021-06-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This workshop is full, but you may join the waitlist.
Workshop: Playing with Resin
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson
Date/Time: Sunday, June 13 from 6-9pm
Class size: 5-9 participants
(Register in advance; Do not drop-in.)
Learn the ins and outs of mixing resin and using it in your artwork as an adhesive, a covering, or the main medium. There’s lots of creative time during this 3-hour workshop…no need to rush, which is one of the first lessons in using resin! You’ll leave your finished masterpiece(s) to set at the gallery at the end of the workshop, and pick them up during gallery hours later in the week.
All supplies are included in the supplies fee, and you may bring your own items to further customize your work. This workshop will focus on texture and is brought to you in conjunction with the The Naked and the Newt: Humans and Herpetons art exhibit. Please wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space.
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View other upcoming workshops, information about the facility, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
