“Experiencing Color: Perspectives from Del Ray Artisans” at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

Hubcap Hipster by Joyce Wagner
Exhibit Dates: May 3 - September 21, 2025 UPDATE: The exhibit has been extended to October 27, 2025. Del Ray Artisans through the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts in partnership with the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center presents Experiencing Color: Perspectives from Del Ray Artisans. The exhibit features the work of seven (7) member artists in glass cases in the lobby of the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center (5000 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311) from May 3, 2025 through September 21, ...
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“Second Time Around” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Detail of "Amoeba Series: Party!" by Tracy Wilkerson
Exhibit Dates: September 5-27, 2025 Reception: Friday, September 5 from 7–9pm Many physical items we choose to remove from our lives can be sold/given/donated to others rather than going into our world’s overburdened landfills. It takes a conscious choice to acquire items from others rather than purchasing new items at a retail store. It also takes a little effort to offer something no longer needed to others rather than just tossing it in the trash or recycle bin. The Second Time Around a...
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Del Ray Artisans’ Summer Art Market 2025

Summer Art Market
Saturday & Sunday, July 12-13 from 10am-4pm Del Ray Artisans’ Summer Art Market is a two-day, indoor event that gives you the chance to purchase original handmade artwork from talented local artists. Each day is a different group of local artists with original work in a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paper, photography, and more. Perfect for gifts or treat yourself! The Summer Art Market is on Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13, 2025, from 10...
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Figure Drawing Bootcamp 2025 at Del Ray Artisans

Figure Drawing Bootcamp 2025
Monday–Friday, July 7–11, 6pm–10pm This summer come to Del Ray Artisans for our 5-day Figure Drawing Bootcamp to hone your skills in composition, anatomy, mark making, and portraiture by studying the body through dynamic and long pose life drawing and activities. Each evening features a new model and new lessons, ensuring an engaging experience for artists at any stage of their journey. Can’t attend every evening? Get a one-day pass! General Overview of Daily Instruction: Day 1: Tools, ...
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“Lovely As A Tree” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Detail of Backyard Beauty by Robyn Seaton McGarry
Exhibit Dates: August 1-30, 2025 Reception: Friday, August 1 from 7–9pm Lovely As A Tree is an art exhibit exploring the ways in which trees impact our lives and this earth.  Humans and animals benefit from the shade, shelter, food provided, the beauty of and the environmental impact of trees.  The talented members of Del Ray Artisans will bring aspects of this natural phenomenon to artistic life through painting, photography, ceramics, items created from wood and other mediums that flow f...
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Creative Summer Programs at Del Ray Artisans

Creative Summer Programs
June 1 – August 31, 2025 Find your muse this summer! Del Ray Artisans’ Creative Summer Programs is a series of workshops and events exploring the arts from June 1 through August 31. Sign up for the programs that inspire you and make your own “stay-cation” art experience. Register now for the upcoming events—and check back throughout the summer because more will be added. Programs are offered for all skill levels and experience. Learn new techniques from local artists, such as how to create a...
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“Sing Me a Sea Shanty” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Detail of Boats & Ropes - Old Port, Portland Maine by Tiara Safic-Martin
Exhibit Dates: May 30–June 29, 2025 Reception: Friday, June 6 from 7–9pm Come explore a treasure trove of artwork capturing the beauty of the ocean, the maritime mind-set, and the ever-lasting nautical spirit during the Sing Me a Sea Shanty art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. From lighthouses and stormy seas, to portside pubs and fishing lures, get lost in a pirate’s plunder of creativity. Who knows, you might even come upon a sea monster or two! Join us for the exhibit reception on Fr...
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Spring Art Market 2025

Spring Art Market at Del Ray Artisans
Saturday, May 10 from 10am-4pm, rain or shine Del Ray Artisans’ Spring Art Market is an annual outdoor market, one day each Spring, that gives you the chance to purchase original handmade artwork from talented local artists. The 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 Mother’s Day, graduation, teacher’s gifts, birthdays, home decor, or treat yourself! The...
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Alexandria City High School Titan Student Art Exhibition at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Alexandria City High School Titan Student Art Exhibition postcard (vertical)
Exhibit Dates: May 2-24, 2025 Opening Reception: Fri., May 2, 7-9 p.m. Ever wished you’d seen Picasso before he became famous? Or was the one to discover Renoir? The trick is to check out the artistry all around you. The Alexandria City High School (ACHS) Titan Student Art Exhibition at Del Ray Artisans gallery shines a spotlight on our city’s flourishing young artists. Stop by to support Alexandria City High School’s best of the best. Join us for the opening reception on Fri., May 2, 2025 ...
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“Synchronous” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

Detail of Synchronous Humanity by Morgan Parr; Artwork is a drawing of many different sets of hands, each making a heart-shaped gesture
Exhibit Dates: April 4-26, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, April 4 from 7–9pm The Synchronous art exhibit features creative work by Del Ray Artisans’ top 100 volunteers. These members help make Del Ray Artisans a thriving organization that fosters community and acceptance, promotes authentic expression, and encourages artistic creations. Come celebrate the dedication of our volunteers and enjoy their artwork and join in our raffle—prize to be announced soon! Join us for the opening rece...
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