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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T210000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Board Meeting (2021)
DESCRIPTION:This Board meeting will a virtual session. \nActive 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.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/board-meeting-2021-online/2021-06-08/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathryn Brown%2C Secretary":MAILTO:secretary@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T161752Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Partners in Art (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:The ONLINE afternoon program is FULL.  \nIf 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. \nNeed 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. \nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nView Upcoming Meetings
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/partners-in-art-2021/2021-06-07/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partners in Art,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Tillman":MAILTO:zannet@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T155538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T163459Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the “The Naked and the Newt” art exhibit curator
DESCRIPTION:The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art Exhibit\nJune 4 – 26\, 2021\nCome 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. \nRegular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-6pm\, and Saturdays 12-4pm. This exhibit will also be open during these extended hours: \n\nSaturday\, June 5\, 12-8pm\nSunday\, June 6\, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)\nFriday\, June 11\, 12-8pm\nSaturday\, June 12\, 11am-8pm\nSunday\, June 13\, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)\nFriday\, June 25\, 12-8pm\n\nDel 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. \nFor more information\, contact the curator\, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com)\, or Director of Curating\, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/naked-and-newt-meet-curator/2021-06-06/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delrayartisans.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/guy-jones-square.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T155537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T163307Z
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SUMMARY:Extended hours during “The Naked and the Newt” art exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art Exhibit\nJune 4 – 26\, 2021\nCome 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. \nRegular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-6pm\, and Saturdays 12-4pm. This exhibit will also be open during these extended hours: \n\nSaturday\, June 5\, 12-8pm\nSunday\, June 6\, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)\nFriday\, June 11\, 12-8pm\nSaturday\, June 12\, 11am-8pm\nSunday\, June 13\, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)\nFriday\, June 25\, 12-8pm\n\nDel 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. \nFor more information\, contact the curator\, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com)\, or Director of Curating\, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/naked-and-newt-extended-hours/2021-06-05/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delrayartisans.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/guy-jones-square.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205605Z
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SUMMARY:“The Naked and the Newt” Exhibit Opening Day Appointments
DESCRIPTION:The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art ExhibitJune 4 – 26\, 2021\n“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones\nCome 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. \nReserve 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. \nOpening Day Tickets \n\nThe Naked and the Newt is brought to you by Del Ray Artisans and the Virginia Herpetological Society.\nAlso 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: \n\nONLINE 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)\nOUTDOOR EVENT: Live Animal Drawing on Saturday\, June 12 from 11am-6pm (Just $7 for a half-hour! Register by June 9)\nIN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Playing with Resin on Monday\, June 14 from 6-9pm (Register by June 11)\nONLINE WORKSHOP: Crochet for Beginners on Saturday\, June 19 from 1-3pm (Register by June 12)\nONLINE WORKSHOP: Draw the Human Figure – Anatomical Sketching on Sunday\, June 20 from 1-3pm (Register by June 13)\nONLINE TALK: Turtles of Virginia – Life History and Conservation on Friday\, June 25 from 6:30-7:30pm (FREE! Register by 5pm on June 25)\n\nDel 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. \nFor more information\, contact the curator\, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com)\, or Director of Curating\, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-naked-and-the-newt-exhibit-opening-day-appointments/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delrayartisans.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/guy-jones-square.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210627
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
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SUMMARY:The Naked and the Newt (6/4-6/26)
DESCRIPTION:The Naked and the Newt: Studies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy Art Exhibit\nJune 4 – 26\, 2021\n“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones\nView Online: Photo Album | Video Tour \nCome 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. \nReserve 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. \nOpening Day Tickets \nRegular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-6pm\, and Saturdays 12-4pm. This exhibit will also be open during these extended hours: \n\nFirst Thursday Sneak Peek\, June 3\, 12-9pm\nSaturday\, June 5\, 12-8pm\nSunday\, June 6\, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)\nFriday\, June 11\, 12-8pm\nSaturday\, June 12\, 11am-8pm\nSunday\, June 13\, 12-4pm (Meet the Curator!)\nFriday\, June 25\, 12-8pm\n\n\nThe Naked and the Newt is brought to you by Del Ray Artisans and the Virginia Herpetological Society.\nAlso 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: \n\nONLINE 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)\nOUTDOOR EVENT: Live Animal Drawing on Saturday\, June 12 from 11am-6pm (Just $7 for a half-hour! Register by June 9)\nIN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Playing with Resin on Monday\, June 14 from 6-9pm (Register by June 11)\nONLINE WORKSHOP: Crochet for Beginners on Saturday\, June 19 from 1-3pm (Register by June 12)\nONLINE WORKSHOP: Draw the Human Figure – Anatomical Sketching on Sunday\, June 20 from 1-3pm (Register by June 13)\nONLINE TALK: Turtles of Virginia – Life History and Conservation on Friday\, June 25 from 6:30-7:30pm (FREE! Register by 5pm on June 25)\n\nDel 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. \nFor more information\, contact the curator\, Dr. Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com)\, or Director of Curating\, Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/naked-and-newt/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Open Until 9pm Tonight! Photo shoot at 7pm)
DESCRIPTION:Unmask Your Inner Superhero – Del Ray Artisans gallery will be open late! \nSee 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)! \nDon’t have a superhero cape? There will be a “Make a Cape” table outside for kids from 6-9pm on June 12! \n\nDel 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). \nVisit 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! \nThe 2021 First Thursday themes are: \n\nApril 1 – Petal Porch Party – This theme is also part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with Del Ray as one of the stops!\nMay 6 – Dog Days in Del Ray – The gallery will be open until 9pm! Come get a sneak peek of The Art in Nature exhibit.\nRescheduled 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!\nJuly 1 – TBD\nAugust 5 – TBD\nSeptember 2 – TBD
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-gallery-open-until-9pm-tonight-photo-shoot-at-7pm/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Creative Summer Programs,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T143757Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Animation (8-Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Sean MacQuinor as Ice King from Adventure Time\nInstructor: Sean MacQuinor\nDate: Wednesdays\, April 21 to June 9 from 7-8:30pm\nClass size: 4-12 participants\n(Register by April 14) \nLearn 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. \nSupplies: 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. \nThis 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. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/intro-to-animation/2021-06-02/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean MacQuinor":MAILTO:sketchington@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205603Z
UID:10000262-1622376000-1622397600@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:“The Naked and the Newt” Artwork Drop Off
DESCRIPTION:“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones\nTime 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. \nArtwork 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. \nQuestions? Contact the curator Erica Hughes (zarathustraspeaks@msn.com)
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-naked-and-the-newt-artwork-drop-off/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Administrative
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210529T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210529T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205601Z
UID:10000261-1622291400-1622311200@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:“The Art of Nature” Artwork Pick Up
DESCRIPTION:Time for artists and buyers to pick up their artwork from the closing show\, The Art of Nature\, by appointment only. \nQuestions? Contact the curator Cynthia Schoeppel (schoeppc@hotmail.com)
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-art-of-nature-artwork-pick-up/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Administrative
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Schoeppel":MAILTO:schoeppc@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T143757Z
UID:10000547-1622055600-1622061000@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Animation (8-Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Sean MacQuinor as Ice King from Adventure Time\nInstructor: Sean MacQuinor\nDate: Wednesdays\, April 21 to June 9 from 7-8:30pm\nClass size: 4-12 participants\n(Register by April 14) \nLearn 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. \nSupplies: 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. \nThis 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. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/intro-to-animation/2021-05-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delrayartisans.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/SquashNStretch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sean MacQuinor":MAILTO:sketchington@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T155535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T162254Z
UID:10000609-1621969200-1621976400@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:VIA EMAIL: Partners in Art Evening
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAll 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. \nThis program is free\, but donations ($1-3) are greatly appreciated. Contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) with questions. \nView Upcoming Meetings
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/partners-in-art-evening-2021-email/2021-05-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partners in Art,Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delrayartisans.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/partners-in-art-evenings.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Michele Reday Cook":MAILTO:mredaycook@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210527
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230323T195722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T210247Z
UID:10000010-1621814400-1622073599@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Dates Reserved for Repairs
DESCRIPTION:Do not schedule any events in the gallery from Monday-Wednesday\, March 24-26\, 2021. These dates are reserved for repair work. \nThe Art of Nature exhibit ends on Saturday\, May 29.  Gallery hours are Thursdays & Fridays 12-6pm\, Saturdays 12-4pm.  Don’t miss this exhibit! \n\nPhoto caption: Facilities Director Kurt Peterson with newly installed Merchandise Display\, January 2020
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/reserved-for-repairs-may-2021/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Administrative
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ORGANIZER;CN="Facilities Director":MAILTO:Facilities@DelRayArtisans.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T132404Z
UID:10000260-1621537200-1621544400@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Member Meeting & Benefit Program
DESCRIPTION:Nina Tisara\n(Photo: Steven Halperson)\nJoin fellow Del Ray Artisans members ONLINE for the Member Meeting & Benefit Program on Thursday\, May 20 starting at 7pm. \nRegister Now \nWe’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. \nNina 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. \nSteven 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. \nPLUS 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. \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out the Membership Director\, Beth Richardson\, at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org. \nDue 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. \nRegister Now
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/member-meeting-may-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member Meeting,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Richardson%2C Membership Director":MAILTO:membership@delrayartisans.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T143757Z
UID:10000546-1621450800-1621456200@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Animation (8-Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Sean MacQuinor as Ice King from Adventure Time\nInstructor: Sean MacQuinor\nDate: Wednesdays\, April 21 to June 9 from 7-8:30pm\nClass size: 4-12 participants\n(Register by April 14) \nLearn 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. \nSupplies: 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. \nThis 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. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/intro-to-animation/2021-05-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean MacQuinor":MAILTO:sketchington@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T155533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230409T155444Z
UID:10000593-1621170000-1621177200@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Urban Sketchbooking (Free)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub on the second* Sunday of the month from 1-3pm! \nUrban Sketchbooking emphasizes storytelling that conveys a sense of place or a moment in time through drawings completed from direct observations. \nThis 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. \n“Working Out (St. Elmo’s)” by Cathy Messina\nPlease wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space. During the pandemic this program is FREE!  Donations appreciated. \nMeet 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. \n*PLEASE NOTE: In February and May 2021\, we will meet on the third Sunday of the month to avoid holidays. \nView Upcoming Dates
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/urban-sketchbooking-2021/2021-05-16/
LOCATION:St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub\, 2300 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Urban Sketchers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joan Bickelhaupt":MAILTO:joanbickelhaupt@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205550Z
UID:10000259-1621168200-1621179000@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Pastel Painting Nature Workshop
DESCRIPTION:McAfee Knob by Teresa Brunson\nInstructor: Teresa Brunson\nDate: Sunday\, May 16 from 12:30pm-3:30pmCost: $70 Del Ray Artisans member / $75 Non-members\nClass size: Up to 8 participants\n(Register by Friday\, May 14 at midnight) \nHave 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. \nAll materials will be provided so just bring yourself and have fun painting. Participants must wear a face mask and maintain 6′ of personal space. \nRegister Now \n.\nFall Flowers by Teresa Brunson\n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/pastel-painting-nature-workshop/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T235000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T235900
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230408T163207Z
UID:10000257-1621122600-1621123140@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:“Quarantine Creations” Refresh Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans Members Only\nGallery Without Walls Call for Entry\nAdditional Entries for the Quarantine Creations at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital\nJune 1 – September 25\, 2021\nDigital entries due: Saturday\, May 15\, 2021 by midnight\nThis 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. \nWe 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. \nMust 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. \nEntry Details & Form \n\nArtwork credit: “Flatten the Curve” by Kelly Postula
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/quarantine-creations-refresh-cfe-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T234500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T235900
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205548Z
UID:10000258-1621122300-1621123140@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:“The Naked and the Newt” Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Call for Entry ~ Open to all area artistsThe Naked and the Newt\nStudies in Human and Herpeton Anatomy\nExhibit Dates: June 4-26\, 2021\nDigital entry deadline extended to Saturday\, May 15\, 2021 by midnight\n“Sunbaaaathing” by Guy Jones\nWhat 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.  \nThis 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. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-naked-and-the-newt-call-for-entry-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T143757Z
UID:10000545-1620846000-1620851400@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Animation (8-Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Sean MacQuinor as Ice King from Adventure Time\nInstructor: Sean MacQuinor\nDate: Wednesdays\, April 21 to June 9 from 7-8:30pm\nClass size: 4-12 participants\n(Register by April 14) \nLearn 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. \nSupplies: 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. \nThis 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. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/intro-to-animation/2021-05-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean MacQuinor":MAILTO:sketchington@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T151148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T205555Z
UID:10000575-1620759600-1620766800@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Board Meeting (2021)
DESCRIPTION:This Board meeting will a virtual session. \nActive 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.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/board-meeting-2021-online/2021-05-11/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathryn Brown%2C Secretary":MAILTO:secretary@delrayartisans.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205546Z
UID:10000256-1620759600-1620766800@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Oriental Brush Painting Nature Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Painting by Darlene Kaplan\nThis workshop has been cancelled. \nInstructor: Darlene Kaplan\, www.darlenekaplan.com\nDate: Tuesday\, May 11 from 7-9pm\nClass size: 10-25 participants\n(Register by May 5) \nLearn to paint a few basic strokes using ink and color on rice paper to create beautiful roses. In this oriental art technique you will load your brush in layers of color. When you put your brush to the paper the colors come out in the reverse order on the paper. This art form is “food for the soul”—it is active meditation that teaches you to use your chi (energy) to produce a freestyle\, beautiful piece of art. \nThis 2-hour workshop (via Zoom) on oriental brush painting of Roses using Chinese watercolors is taught by international award winning artist Darlene Kaplan. A picture of the subject will be emailed to all participants to follow during the class. You will set up your table to paint as the instructor guides you along with step-by-step directions and checks each participant’s progress from time to time. \nPlease order your supplies in advance due to shortage of employees and shipping delays during the pandemic. Order your supplies from awesomeartsupply.com (select Asian/Oriental/SumiSupply). Supplies list: \n\nOne Box of Marie’s CHINESE Watercolors – ACS-90C12 Marie Sumi Watercolors-12 Color Set- 12 ml.\nBottled ink (cheapest will work to get started)\nFlow Brush (Chinese art Brush) – ABF-3FB03 Best Combination Flow Brush (watercolor brushes will NOT work)\nPaper Roll – APS-57P5R Pi-Ma Paper Roll\nHolding dishes for color (white ceramic small saucers will work)\nMixing dishes for mixing (white ceramic)\nContainer for water (2 jars – one for dirty water and one for clean)\nPaper towels\nOne yard of white fleece fabric (fabric store)\n\n.\nThis 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. You may attend on a computer\, tablet\, or smartphone. \nRegister Now \n.\n \n.\nAbout the Instructor: Darlene Kaplan\, international award-winning Lingnan style Oriental Paint Brush artist and teacher\, describes this type of art – including the technique\, the tools\, the symbolism\, and the origins – in an interview by the American Association of University Women.\n \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/cancelled-oriental-brush-painting-nature-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230330T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T161752Z
UID:10000600-1620655200-1620662400@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Partners in Art (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:The ONLINE afternoon program is FULL.  \nIf 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. \nNeed 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. \nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nView Upcoming Meetings
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/partners-in-art-2021/2021-05-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partners in Art,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Tillman":MAILTO:zannet@verizon.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205536Z
UID:10000255-1620565200-1620572400@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE: Zentangle and the Art of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Marisela RumbergDate: Sunday\, May 9 from 1-3pm\nClass size: 5-50 participants\n(Register by May 6) \nThe Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. It increases focus\, creativity\, self-confidence and well-being.\nMarisela Rumberg is a Certified Zentangle Teacher and will guide you through this creative process. No previous experience in drawing or art is required. You can do it\, and you will love it! \nSupply List: \n\n2 Original Zentangle white paper tiles\nMicron pen 01 black\nGraphic 1 pen black\n2B pencil\nTortillon\nWhite gelly roll pen or white charcoal pencil\n\nGather your own supplies or purchase the Original Zentangle Kit through the instructor. All the materials and more (15 Original Zentangle tiles\, Micron pen 01\, Graphic 1 pen\, pencil\, tortillon\, white gelly roll pen and Zentangle canvas bag) are included in the Original Zentangle Kit for $23 (free shipping\, PayPal payment). To order contact the instructor. \nThis 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. You may attend on a computer\, tablet\, or smartphone. \nRegister Now \n.\n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/online-zentangle-and-the-art-of-nature/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T214740Z
UID:10000254-1620468000-1620489600@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:Spring Art Market 2021 (Outdoor\, RAIN or SHINE!)
DESCRIPTION:Our Spring Art Market is a one-day\, outdoor event that gives you the chance to purchase original handcrafted artwork from talented local artists. This market showcases artwork in a wide range of media including ceramics\, fiber\, jewelry\, mixed media\, paper\, photography\, and more. Shop original work from local artists—perfect for gifts or treat yourself! \nThe Spring Art Market will be on Saturday\, May 8 from 10am-4pm in Colasanto Park\, adjoining Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA (at the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Mount Vernon Avenue). The artists’ tents are socially distanced; please wear a face mask and respect personal space. The event is held RAIN or SHINE\, and is FREE to browse and open to the public. \nFeatured Artists: \n\nVeronica Barker-Barzel\, Chesapeake Graphics\nJacquelyn Denaali\, Denaali Art\nEileen Egan Pottery\nPatricia Moloney Figliola\, Aisling PhotoArt\nHolly Fries\nMary Elizabeth Gosselink\nEllen Hamilton\, Yellow Dot Shop\nErica Hughes & Suzan T. Ok\, Fox Arrow\nBWS Johnson\nErik Kamenski Art\nLiz Martinez\nLaurel Moran\, Blue Room Studio / DMV Matchbooks\nAlexandra Schmeling Fine Art\nDebi Steinbacher\, YourFriendFromCollege\nAna Tkabladze\, GalleriaGeorgiAna\nTamara Wilkerson\, WiRealm by Tamara\nTracy Wilkerson\, Recycled Works\n\nPhoto Album \n.\n \n.\nIf you have questions about the market or how to apply for a market artspace\, contact Erica Hughes (Programs Director) at Programs@DelRayArtisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/spring-art-market-2021/
LOCATION:Colasanto Park (outside Del Ray Artisans Gallery)\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Market,Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230329T205533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205533Z
UID:10000253-1620388800-1620417600@delrayartisans.org
SUMMARY:“The Art of Nature” Exhibit Opening Day Appointments
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Nature Art ExhibitMay 7–29\, 2021\n“Magnolia Blossom at Dusk” by Cynthia Schoeppel\nFor centuries\, nature has been an influential factor in the creation of artwork by artists. As more national and international discussion has centered around environmental concerns\, The Art of Nature is an art exhibit that reminds us of the gift Mother Earth has given us\, the beauty of nature. Artists in this exhibition share their interpretations of the natural world around us\, whether it be on the animals who make their homes in nature\, water that brings life to riverbeds or beaches and the vegetation\, plants and trees that add color to our world. \nReserve a ticket for half-hour viewing during extended hours on opening day: Friday\, May 7 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. \nOpening Day Tickets \nAlso in May\, the following workshops are offered to Del Ray Artisans members and non-members in conjunction with the exhibit: \nZentangle and The Art of Nature\, Sunday\, May 9 from 1-3pm\nThe Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. It increases focus\, creativity\, self-confidence and well-being. Marisela Rumberg is a Certified Zentangle Teacher and will guide you through this creative process. No previous experience in drawing or art is required. You can do it\, and you will love it! This workshop is offered via Zoom. \nOriental Brush Painting Nature\, Tuesday\, May 11 from 7-9pm\nLearn to paint a few basic strokes using ink and color on rice paper to create beautiful roses. In this oriental art technique you will load your brush in layers of color. When you put your brush to the paper the colors come out in the reverse order on the paper. This art form is “food for the soul”—it is active meditation that teaches you to use your chi (energy) to produce a freestyle\, beautiful piece of art. A picture of the subject will be emailed to all participants to follow during the class. You will set up your table to paint as the instructor guides you along with step-by-step directions and checks each participant’s progress from time to time. This workshop is offered via Zoom. \nWatercolor Painting Dewy Leaves\, Friday\, May 14 from 6-8pm\nLearn to use watercolor techniques such as wet in wet\, salt texture\, lifting\, and scratching to paint beautiful leaves. After painting leaves you will add realistic dew drops. They are so fun and easy you will soon be adding dew drops to all of your paintings! This workshop is offered via Zoom. \nPastel Painting Nature\, Sunday\, May 16 from 12:30-3:30pm\nHave 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. This workshop is offered in-person at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Limited to 8 students. Walk-ins are not allowed. \nRegister in advance for workshops at DelRayArtisans.org/workshops/ \nThe Art of Nature exhibit runs May 7–29\, 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. \nRegular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-6pm\, and Saturdays 12-4pm. 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. \nFor more information\, contact the curator Cynthia Schoeppel (schoeppc@hotmail.com) or Director of Curating Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-art-of-nature-exhibit-opening-day-appointments/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Schoeppel":MAILTO:schoeppc@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
CREATED:20230323T195733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T164727Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Nature (5/7-5/29)
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Nature Art Exhibit\nMay 7–29\, 2021\n“Magnolia Blossom at Dusk” by Cynthia Schoeppel\nView Online \nFor centuries\, nature has been an influential factor in the creation of artwork by artists. As more national and international discussion has centered around environmental concerns\, The Art of Nature is an art exhibit that reminds us of the gift Mother Earth has given us\, the beauty of nature. Artists in this exhibition share their interpretations of the natural world around us\, whether it be on the animals who make their homes in nature\, water that brings life to riverbeds or beaches and the vegetation\, plants and trees that add color to our world. \nReserve a ticket for half-hour viewing during extended hours on opening day: Friday\, May 7 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. \nAlso in May\, the following workshops are offered to Del Ray Artisans members and non-members in conjunction with the exhibit: \nZentangle and The Art of Nature\, Sunday\, May 9 from 1-3pm\nThe Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. It increases focus\, creativity\, self-confidence and well-being. Marisela Rumberg is a Certified Zentangle Teacher and will guide you through this creative process. No previous experience in drawing or art is required. You can do it\, and you will love it! This workshop is offered via Zoom. \nOriental Brush Painting Nature\, Tuesday\, May 11 from 7-9pm\nLearn to paint a few basic strokes using ink and color on rice paper to create beautiful roses. In this oriental art technique you will load your brush in layers of color. When you put your brush to the paper the colors come out in the reverse order on the paper. This art form is “food for the soul”—it is active meditation that teaches you to use your chi (energy) to produce a freestyle\, beautiful piece of art. A picture of the subject will be emailed to all participants to follow during the class. You will set up your table to paint as the instructor guides you along with step-by-step directions and checks each participant’s progress from time to time. This workshop is offered via Zoom. \nWatercolor Painting Dewy Leaves\, Friday\, May 14 from 6-8pm\nLearn to use watercolor techniques such as wet in wet\, salt texture\, lifting\, and scratching to paint beautiful leaves. After painting leaves you will add realistic dew drops. They are so fun and easy you will soon be adding dew drops to all of your paintings! This workshop is offered via Zoom. \nPastel Painting Nature\, Sunday\, May 16 from 12:30-3:30pm\nHave 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. This workshop is offered in-person at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Limited to 8 students. Walk-ins are not allowed. \nRegister in advance for workshops at DelRayArtisans.org/workshops/ \nThe Art of Nature exhibit runs May 7–29\, 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. \nRegular gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-6pm\, and Saturdays 12-4pm. 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. \nFor more information\, contact the curator Cynthia Schoeppel (schoeppc@hotmail.com) or Director of Curating Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-art-of-nature/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Schoeppel":MAILTO:schoeppc@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Open Until 9pm Tonight!)
DESCRIPTION: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). \nVisit 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! \nThe 2021 First Thursday themes are: \n\nApril 1 – Petal Porch Party – This theme is also part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with Del Ray as one of the stops!\nMay 6 – Dog Days in Del Ray – The gallery will be open until 9pm! Come get a sneak peek of The Art in Nature exhibit.\nJune 3 – TBD\nJuly 1 – TBD\nAugust 5 – TBD\nSeptember 2 – TBD
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-gallery-open-until-9pm-tonight/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T203000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Animation (8-Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Sean MacQuinor as Ice King from Adventure Time\nInstructor: Sean MacQuinor\nDate: Wednesdays\, April 21 to June 9 from 7-8:30pm\nClass size: 4-12 participants\n(Register by April 14) \nLearn 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. \nSupplies: 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. \nThis 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. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/intro-to-animation/2021-05-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean MacQuinor":MAILTO:sketchington@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T090909
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SUMMARY:“The Art of Nature” Artwork Drop Off
DESCRIPTION:Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork and marketplace entries for the upcoming exhibit\, The Art of Nature. Artwork drop off is Sunday\, May 2 from 12-6pm by appointment only. \nArtwork 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. \nQuestions? Contact the curator Cynthia Schoeppel (schoeppc@hotmail.com)
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/the-art-of-nature-artwork-drop-off/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Administrative
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Schoeppel":MAILTO:schoeppc@hotmail.com
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