“Same But Different” Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Same But Different Art Exhibit
April 5–27, 2024
Opening Reception: Friday, April 5 from 7–9pm

In the spirit of Celebrate Diversity Month, this art exhibit highlights the beauty and richness of diversity through artists’ interpretations of the concept Same But Different. This Del Ray Artisans members showcase explores notions of identity, distinctions and similarities in our natural and manmade world. Through a variety of mediums, styles, and perspectives, the Same But Different exhibit invites the viewers to look at the interconnectedness of humanity by examining the uniqueness of things that may appear to be the same.

Join us for the opening reception on Friday, April 5 between 7-9pm to meet curators Pinar Artuk-Boegel and Barbara Cooper and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite.

Also join us for these creative programs held in April:

• Mix and Match Upcycle Earrings Workshop on Saturday, April 6, 10am-12pm (Register by April 3)
• Meditative Art Mandalas Workshop on Thursday, April 11, 6-9pm (Register by April 3)
• Gel Printing Workshop: Same But Different Edition on Saturday, April 13, 10am-12pm (Register by April 9)
• Del Ray Urban Sketchers on Sunday, April 14, 1-3pm at St Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray
• Life Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays, April 16 and April 23, 7-9pm
• Partners in Art Evening on Wednesday, April 17, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)
• Playing with Resin Workshop on Monday, April 22, 6-9pm (Register by April 19)
• Nature Journaling Club on Saturday, April 27, 10am-12pm

The Same But Different exhibit runs April 5–27, 2024 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursday 12-6pm, Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-6pm, and Sunday 12-6pm (closed on April 28).

The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible. Del Ray Artisans, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.

For more information, contact curators Pinar Artuk-Boegel at pinarartuk@gmail.com and Barbara Cooper at barbaracooper8888@gmail.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.