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SUMMARY:Card Making in Memory of Donna Gallo and Rusty Lynn
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to the ARTFUL Card Making evening on Saturday\, April 4 from 6-9pm. This free event will honor the memory of two longtime DRA members and “Cardies” Donna Lee Gallo and Rusty Lynn who both passed away in February. \nCome and enjoy the camaraderie and share stories about Donna and Rusty. Hostess Karen Schmitz encourages all levels of “cardie” enthusiasts to drop-in (no registration required). Plenty of art making materials will be on hand through generous donations from Donna’s husband Bill and artists Theresa Kulstad and Becky Rife. Snacks to share always appreciated. \nDonated all-occasion cards are needed to freshen gallery card display (selling for $4 to $10 to benefit our nonprofit) and also to spread joy through the Sunshine Committee (Sunshine@DelRayArtisans.org) for members and friends who could use a little “shine” to brighten their day. \nCard Making Parties are FUN: \n\nLearn and share new art techniques/mini-demos\nDRA members can count this time toward their required volunteer hours\nDonations appreciated for making cards you are taking home\nSee the Fast and Fabulous exhibit!\n\nVolunteers needed to help with event and clean-up; please contact Karen at kschmitzart@gmail.com.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/card-making-april-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:“MeWOW: Fabulous Felines” Art Exhibit Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:MeWOW: Fabulous Felines Art Exhibit\nFebruary 7 – March 1\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, February 7 from 7–9pm\n“Birthday Happys” by Guy Jones\n“Lions and Tigers and Tabbies! Oh Meow!” \nLocal artists let their creative cat out of the bag in a diverse array of mediums for the purr-fectly paw-some MeWOW: Fabulous Felines exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Come see the exhibit to marvel at the power and fascination of cat imagery in art. These furry\, mysterious\, independent\, beautiful felines have inundated history\, mythology\, literature\, advertising\, cinema\, pop culture and pet owners for centuries. \nCome see artwork celebrating the slinky beauty and mysterious world of cats. Join us for the opening reception on Friday\, February 7 between 7-9pm to meet the curators Karen Schmitz and Dan Witmeyer. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite at mewow.eventbrite.com. \nTo add to the MeWOW experience\, browse the clowder of handmade kitty greeting cards at the gallery with affordable prices that benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Plus pounce on these creative workshops and programs during the exhibit: \n\nPop Art Cats for Kids Workshop on Saturday\, February 8\, 10am-12pm (register in advance)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray on Sunday\, February 9\, 1-3pm\nPlaying with Resin Workshop on Monday\, February 10\, 6-9pm (register in advance)\nSTEAM-tastic: Mandalas and Meows on Sunday\, February 16\, 9-10:30am (Ages 6-10) and 10:30am-noon (Ages 10-15)\nFigure Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays\, February 18 and 25\, 7-9pm\nPartners in Art Evening on Wednesday\, February 19\, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)\nNature Journaling Club on Saturday\, February 22\, 10am-12pm\nIntro to Mindful Photography Workshop on Saturday\, February 22\, 1-5pm (register in advance)\nVisit delrayartisans.org/programs for additions and updates\n\nThe MeWOW: Fabulous Felines art exhibit runs from February 7 – March 1\, 2025 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 March 2\, 2025). \nThe 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. \nFor more information\, contact curators Karen Schmitz at kschmitzart@gmail.com and Dan Witmeyer at dan@witmeyer.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/mewow-reception/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
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SUMMARY:MeWOW: Fabulous Felines at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:MeWOW: Fabulous Felines Art Exhibit\nFebruary 7 – March 1\, 2025\nOpening Reception: Friday\, February 7 from 7–9pm\n“Birthday Happys” by Guy Jones\n“Lions and Tigers and Tabbies! Oh Meow!” \nLocal artists let their creative cat out of the bag in a diverse array of mediums for the purr-fectly paw-some MeWOW: Fabulous Felines exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Come see the exhibit to marvel at the power and fascination of cat imagery in art. These furry\, mysterious\, independent\, beautiful felines have inundated history\, mythology\, literature\, advertising\, cinema\, pop culture and pet owners for centuries. \nCome see artwork celebrating the slinky beauty and mysterious world of cats. Join us for the opening reception on Friday\, February 7 between 7-9pm to meet the curators Karen Schmitz and Dan Witmeyer. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite at mewow.eventbrite.com. \nTo add to the MeWOW experience\, browse the clowder of handmade kitty greeting cards at the gallery with affordable prices that benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Plus pounce on these creative workshops and programs during the exhibit: \n\nPop Art Cats for Kids Workshop on Saturday\, February 8\, 10am-12pm (register in advance)\nDel Ray Urban Sketchers at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray on Sunday\, February 9\, 1-3pm\nPlaying with Resin Workshop on Monday\, February 10\, 6-9pm (register in advance)\nSTEAM-tastic: Mandalas and Meows on Sunday\, February 16\, 9-10:30am (Ages 6-10) and 10:30am-noon (Ages 10-15)\nFigure Drawing Sessions on Tuesdays\, February 18 and 25\, 7-9pm\nPartners in Art Evening on Wednesday\, February 19\, 7-9pm (RSVP in advance)\nNature Journaling Club on Saturday\, February 22\, 10am-12pm\nIntro to Mindful Photography Workshop on Saturday\, February 22\, 1-5pm (register in advance)\nVisit delrayartisans.org/programs for additions and updates\n\nThe MeWOW: Fabulous Felines art exhibit runs from February 7 – March 1\, 2025 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 March 2\, 2025). \nThe 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. \nFor more information\, contact curators Karen Schmitz at kschmitzart@gmail.com and Dan Witmeyer at dan@witmeyer.com or Director of Curating Amy Kitchin Hower at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/mewow/
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="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:“MeWOW: Fabulous Felines” Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Call for Entry ~ Open to area artists\nMeWOW: Fabulous Felines\nExhibit Dates: February 7 – March 1\, 2025\nDigital entry deadline extended to Sunday\, January 19\, 2025 by midnight\n“Birthday Happys” by Guy Jones\nLet your creative cat “out of the bag” for this “paw-some” exhibit! Marvel at the power and fascination of cat imagery in art. These furry\, mysterious\, independent\, beautiful felines have inundated history\, mythology\, literature\, advertising\, cinema\, pop culture and pet owners for centuries. Artists are encouraged to submit inspirational artworks in any and all mediums. \nThe exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/mewow-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:“I Likey” Card Making Party
DESCRIPTION:Come to the FREE FUN-4-Hour “I Likey” Card Making Party on Saturday\, February 3 from 4-8pm. Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Hostess Karen Schmitz welcomes all levels of “cardie” enthusiasts to drop-in (no registration required – set a reminder in Eventbrite). \nThere will be plenty of art making materials\, cards\, envelopes\, and ephemera available. The event is open to all ages and skill levels to make artful greeting cards. Donations appreciated for any cards you make that you are taking home. Card makers can also donate “All-Occasion” cards to the gallery to benefit Del Ray Artisans. \nCard Making Parties are FUN: \n\nLearn & share art techniques/mini-demos/prizes\nNo experience needed just bring a positive “art-itude”\nMeet and mingle with new people\, artists and DRA members\nSee the new Visible Touch: A Look at Texture art exhibit\n\nVolunteers needed to help with event and clean-up. Please contact Karen at kschmitzart@gmail.com.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/card-making-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T180000
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SUMMARY:MakersFEST
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, outdoor\, art-making day with local artists. MakersFEST is sponsored by Del Ray Artisans in collaboration with Casa Chirilagua Center and Alexandria Citizens Band. \nFREE ART MAKING: ● Paper Flowers ● Watercolor Cardmaking ● Worry Dolls ● Gelli Printmaking ● Artful Flags \nThank you to local artists: Joan Bickelhaupt (Del Ray Urban Sketchers)\, Charles Farmer\, Erin Ford\, Guy Jones\, Debbie Messetta\, Eileen M. O’Brien\, Julian Olivos\, Kitty Russell\, and Karen Schmitz. \nEspañol / English PDF \n \nDel Ray Artisans is a proud recipient of a Creative Neighborhood Grant Program grant award. The Creative Neighborhood Grant Program is made possible by City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts and an Arts Project grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The Creative Neighborhood grant program will help underwrite the cost associated with MakersFEST.  \nTo learn more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities\, visit www.arts.gov. To learn more about other programs and services of the Office of the Arts visit: alexandriava.gov/arts.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/makersfest/
LOCATION:Casa Chirilagua / Four Mile Run Conservatory\, 4109 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Market,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220613T200000
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SUMMARY:“Monday-Mania” Card Making Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us Monday\, June 13 between 4-8pm for a free event making All Occasion art cards to benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. “Cardie Host” Karen Schmitz shows art techniques\, and all supplies are provided. The cards made will replenish the gallery card display or may be purchased to cover supplies and event organizer’s time. \nAll levels of “cardie” enthusiasts are welcome to drop-ins and create cards. Face masks are recommended inside the gallery. \nCard Making Parties are FUN!\n\nLearn & share new art techniques/mini-demos\nNo experience needed\, just bring a positive “art-itude”\nGreat opportunity for new members and artists to mingle\nSee the Afros and Abstract art exhibit\nDel Ray Artisans members may count this time toward annual membership volunteer hours\nFind out what’s new & happening at Del Ray Artisans\nDonations appreciated\n\nTo help with the event and clean up\, please contact Karen at kschmitzart@gmail.com. Thank you!
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/monday-mania-card-making/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creative Summer Programs,Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211128T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211128T200000
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SUMMARY:“Groovy Movies” Artwork Pick Up by Appointment
DESCRIPTION:Time for artists to pick up their unsold artwork from the closing show\, Groovy Movies\, by appointment only. \nQuestions? Contact the curator Karen Schmitz (Kschmitzart@gmail.com) \nArtwork credit: “Technicolor 1977” by John W Hiller
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/groovy-movies-artwork-pick-up-by-appointment/
CATEGORIES:Administrative
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050812
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230409T153707Z
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SUMMARY:“Saturday Night Fever” Card-making Party Benefit (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:This event is full. Registration is closed. \nJoin us Saturday\, November 20 from 7-9pm for a free social disco evening making All Occasion art cards to benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. “Cardie Host” Karen Schmitz shows art techniques\, and all supplies are provided. The cards made will replenish the gallery card display or may be purchased to cover supplies and event organizer’s time. \nAll levels of “cardie” enthusiasts are welcome (registration required). No drop-ins allowed. This event has a 12-person capacity limit. There is a registration fee that is refundable upon attendance. Face masks must be worn by all while visiting the gallery. \nCard Making Parties are FUN!\n\nLearn & share new art techniques/mini-demos\nNo experience needed\, just bring a positive “art-itude”\nGreat opportunity for new members and artists to mingle\nDisco music with mirror ball included… Dancing and Boogiein’ optional\nSee the Groovy Movies art exhibit\nDel Ray Artisans members may count this time toward annual membership volunteer hours\nFind out what’s new & happening at Del Ray Artisans\nDonations appreciated\n\nTo help with the event and clean up\, please contact Karen at kschmitzart@gmail.com. Thank you!
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/saturday-night-fever-card-making/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211105T210000
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SUMMARY:“Groovy Movies” Exhibit Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:Groovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion PicturesArt Exhibit runs November 5 – 28\, 2021\n“Technicolor 1977” by John W Hiller\nPhoto Album \nLights! Camera! Art Action! The Film-Fun Groovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion Pictures exhibit features artwork influenced by the movies—from American Film Institute (AFI) classics to cult films like “Abbott & Costello Meets Frankenstein”\, “Barbarella” to “Yellow Submarine” and “Zorba the Greek”. This is a curated exhibit showcasing artwork by local artists interpreting the movies and presented in partnership with the Alexandria Film Festival. \nReserve tickets for a half-hour viewing on opening day: Friday\, November 5 between 12-9pm. Opening day tickets are not required\, but ticket holders have priority entry. The gallery capacity is limited to 15 people at any one time in order to facilitate social distancing. \nOpening Day Tickets \nCurator Karen Schmitz presents Rosebud Awards\, the Alexandria Film Festival presents All Fest Passes (November 11-14) Awards\, and the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra presents tickets to their “Homegrown: American Stories in Music and Film” concert to select artists for outstanding and groovy artworks. The word “groovy” can mean excellent\, exciting\, fashionable\, wonderful\, cool\, funky\, hip and happening. Artworks are influenced by movie titles\, actors\, characters\, catch phrases\, costumes\, locations and genres in any medium—ceramics\, jewelry\, mixed media\, paintings\, photography\, sculpture and more. Represented film genres range from action and adventure\, comedy\, musical\, rom-com to horror\, science fiction\, and beyond. \nRegister in advance for these special events: \n\nFantasy & Adventure Soap-making workshop on Saturday\, November 6 (10am-1pm) – Make your own unicorns\, dinosaurs\, spaceships\, and more! Handcrafted shea butter soaps with premium fragrance oils.\nA Feat of Feet – Free Zoom Talk by Sean MacQuinor on Tuesday\, November 16 at 7pm examines Quentin Tarantino’s characterizations in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.\nThat Shrieking Shrinking – Free Zoom Talk by Dr. Toni Tileva on Thursday\, November 18 at 7pm explores the role of psychologists in The Films Suspiria and Midsommar.\n“Saturday Night Fever” Cardmaking Party Benefit on Saturday\, November 20 (7-9pm) – A free social disco evening making art cards. “Cardie Host” Karen Schmitz shows art techniques\, and all supplies are provided. Cards replenish the gallery card display or may be purchased. Registration required; registration fee is refunded upon attendance. 12-person event limit.\nThe Many Faces of Hammer – Free Zoom Talk by Tom Birkhead on Tuesday\, November 23 at 7pm covers a variety of work from the classic era of the British studio Hammer Film Productions.\nEuripides and the Rocky Horror Picture Show – Free Zoom Talk by Dr. Erica Hughes on Tuesday\, November 30 at 7pm unpacks how the Rocky Horror Picture Show can be considered a modern reworking of an Ancient Greek tragedy.\n\nThe exhibit also features a special display of John W. Hiller’s artwork. Proceeds support the new John W. Hiller Photography and Film Scholarship for high school students for photography or film excellence. John W. Hiller (1935-2020) was a longtime Del Ray Artisans member\, cinematographer\, producer\, and an Oscar and Emmy winner. Donations are appreciated to help fund this new scholarship. \nGroovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion Pictures runs November 5 – 28\, 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. Del Ray Artisans is ALX Promise certified and committed to the health and safety of our visitors. Face masks must be worn by all while visiting the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm. The gallery is closed on Thanksgiving day (Thursday\, November 25). Typically the gallery is closed the last Sunday of the month\, but this exhibit is extended through and open on Sunday\, November 28 from 12-6pm. \nFor more information\, contact the curator Karen Schmitz (kschmitzart@gmail.com) or Director of Curating Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/groovy-movies-exhibit-opening-day/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Groovy Movies (11/5-11/28)
DESCRIPTION:Groovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion Pictures\nArt Exhibit runs November 5 – 28\, 2021\nPhoto Album | Video Tour \nLights! Camera! Art Action! The Film-Fun Groovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion Pictures exhibit features artwork influenced by the movies—from American Film Institute (AFI) classics to cult films like “Abbott & Costello Meets Frankenstein”\, “Barbarella” to “Yellow Submarine” and “Zorba the Greek”. This is a curated exhibit showcasing artwork by local artists interpreting the movies and presented in partnership with the Alexandria Film Festival. \nReserve tickets for a half-hour viewing on opening day: Friday\, November 5 between 12-9pm. Opening day tickets are not required\, but ticket holders have priority entry. The gallery capacity is limited to 15 people at any one time in order to facilitate social distancing. \nCurator Karen Schmitz presents Rosebud Awards\, the Alexandria Film Festival presents All Fest Passes (November 11-14) Awards\, and the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra presents tickets to their “Homegrown: American Stories in Music and Film” concert to select artists for outstanding and groovy artworks. The word “groovy” can mean excellent\, exciting\, fashionable\, wonderful\, cool\, funky\, hip and happening. Artworks are influenced by movie titles\, actors\, characters\, catch phrases\, costumes\, locations and genres in any medium—ceramics\, jewelry\, mixed media\, paintings\, photography\, sculpture and more. Represented film genres range from action and adventure\, comedy\, musical\, rom-com to horror\, science fiction\, and beyond. \nRegister in advance for these special events: \n\nFantasy & Adventure Soap-making workshop on Saturday\, November 6 (10am-1pm) – Make your own unicorns\, dinosaurs\, spaceships\, and more! Handcrafted shea butter soaps with premium fragrance oils.\nA Feat of Feet – Free Zoom Talk by Sean MacQuinor on Tuesday\, November 16 at 7pm examines Quentin Tarantino’s characterizations in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.\nThat Shrieking Shrinking – Free Zoom Talk by Dr. Toni Tileva on Thursday\, November 18 at 7pm explores the role of psychologists in The Films Suspiria and Midsommar.\n“Saturday Night Fever” Cardmaking Party Benefit on Saturday\, November 20 (7-9pm) – A free social disco evening making art cards. “Cardie Host” Karen Schmitz shows art techniques\, and all supplies are provided. Cards replenish the gallery card display or may be purchased. Registration required; registration fee is refunded upon attendance. 12-person event limit.\nThe Many Faces of Hammer – Free Zoom Talk by Tom Birkhead on Tuesday\, November 23 at 7pm covers a variety of work from the classic era of the British studio Hammer Film Productions.\nEuripides and the Rocky Horror Picture Show – Free Zoom Talk by Dr. Erica Hughes on Tuesday\, November 30 at 7pm unpacks how the Rocky Horror Picture Show can be considered a modern reworking of an Ancient Greek tragedy.\n\nThe exhibit also features a special display of John W. Hiller’s artwork. Proceeds support the new John W. Hiller Photography and Film Scholarship for high school students for photography or film excellence. John W. Hiller (1935-2020) was a longtime Del Ray Artisans member\, cinematographer\, producer\, and an Oscar and Emmy winner. Donations are appreciated to help fund this new scholarship. \nGroovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion Pictures runs November 5 – 28\, 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. Del Ray Artisans is ALX Promise certified and committed to the health and safety of our visitors. Face masks must be worn by all while visiting the gallery. \nGallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm. The gallery is closed on Thanksgiving day (Thursday\, November 25). Typically the gallery is closed the last Sunday of the month\, but this exhibit is extended through and open on Sunday\, November 28 from 12-6pm. \nFor more information\, contact the curator Karen Schmitz (kschmitzart@gmail.com) or Director of Curating Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org). \n\n \n\nArtwork credit: “Technicolor 1977” by John W Hiller
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/groovy-movies/
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="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050812
CREATED:20230329T205902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205902Z
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SUMMARY:“Groovy Movies” Artwork Drop Off by Appointment
DESCRIPTION:Time for artists to drop off their accepted artwork and marketplace entries for the upcoming exhibit\, Groovy Movies. Artwork drop off is Sunday\, October 31 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 Karen Schmitz (Kschmitzart@gmail.com) \nArtwork credit: “Technicolor 1977” by John W Hiller
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/groovy-movies-artwork-drop-off-by-appointment/
CATEGORIES:Administrative
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T234500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T235900
DTSTAMP:20260423T050812
CREATED:20230329T205836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205836Z
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SUMMARY:“Groovy Movies” Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Call for Entry ~ Open to area artistsGroovy Movies: Artwork Inspired by Motion Pictures\nExhibit Dates: November 5-27\, 2021\nDigital entry deadline: Sunday\, October 10\, 2021 by midnight\n“Technicolor 1977” by John W Hiller\nSeeking artwork that is inspired by the movies—from cult films to American Film Institute (AFI) classics; from actors\, characters\, locations to catch phrases. Dig this excellent\, fantastical\, funky\, fabulous art scene in all mediums and genres from Amadeus to Zoolander. Curator Karen Schmitz has some splendid awards for artists and is arranging some hip happenings. \nThe Groovy Movies art exhibit is open to all area artists. Del Ray Artisans members pay a discounted entry fee. This exhibit will not have an associated Art-to-Go Marketplace. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/groovy-movies-call-for-entry-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050812
CREATED:20230329T205706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205706Z
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SUMMARY:OUTDOORS: Native American Pipe Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Katsura (1984) by John W. Hiller\nDel Ray Artisans is honored to showcase over five decades of photography from longtime member\, Oscar and Emmy winner John W. Hiller with a special two-week exhibit (July 1-17\, 2021). The work ranges from his solitary landscapes of the American West to the tranquility of the gardens of Japan\, as well as contemporary experiential imagery. John passed away in 2020 at the age of 84. \nAlyssa Pease (John’s wife) and Del Ray Artisans’ Karen Schmitz curated the John W. Hiller Retrospective Photography Exhibit featuring his photographs and additional personal items from his life journey. \nTo close the exhibit and honor those we have lost\, please join us in the garden outside the gallery on Saturday\, July 17 at 7pm for a Native American Pipe Ceremony led by Guy Jones. \nFor more information\, contact Karen Schmitz (KSchmitzArt@gmail.com). \n.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/outdoors-native-american-pipe-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050812
CREATED:20230329T205701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T205701Z
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SUMMARY:John W. Hiller Retrospective Photography Exhibit Opening Day Appointments
DESCRIPTION:John W. Hiller Retrospective Photography ExhibitJuly 1 – 17\, 2021\nSouthern Arizona Ranch Land (1977) by John W. Hiller\nDel Ray Artisans is honored to showcase over four decades of photography from longtime member\, Oscar and Emmy winner John W. Hiller with a special two-week exhibit (July 1-17\, 2021). The work ranges from his solitary landscapes of the American West to the tranquility of the gardens of Japan\, as well as contemporary experiential imagery. \nVisit the gallery on First Thursday\, July 1 for a preview of the exhibit or reserve a ticket for a half-hour viewing during the extended hours on opening day: Friday\, July 2 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 \nJohn called Alexandria home for 40 years. He was an active member of Del Ray Artisans and volunteered his expertise for years as the Historian and Director of Archives\, and documented and photographed exhibitions for online platforms. John was born in Altadena\, California in 1935 and passed away in 2020 at the age of 84. \nJohn was modest and quiet about his career\, but this local cinematographer and photographer was the recipient of an Oscar for the 1984 documentary short “The Stone Carvers” about the Gothic architectural adornments on the Washington National Cathedral. He also received 20 Emmys for various other projects. For 31 years he worked in the Smithsonian’s Motion Picture Unit as a producer\, director\, photography director\, cinematographer\, videographer\, editor\, and still photographer. John also previously worked in Hollywood\, for the American Red Cross\, USIA\, and the U.S. Navy. His work resulted in over 131 films and videos used in exhibits and broadcast media; he received over 135 awards for those films. \nHere are two of John’s films to enjoy: \n\n“Dream Windows\, Reflections in the Japanese Garden” (1995) – https://youtu.be/xWcmuk2tN7M\n“Generation on the Wind” (1979) – https://vimeo.com/161535630\n\nAlyssa Pease (John’s wife) and Del Ray Artisans’ Karen Schmitz are curating this retrospective with over five decades of photographs and additional personal items from his life journey. There will be specially selected artworks for sale\, extended hours\, and additional open gallery days. \nJohn W. Hiller Retrospective Photography Exhibit runs July 1–17\, 2021 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. The extended gallery hours during this exhibit are Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays from 12-8pm\, and Sundays 12-4pm. \nTo close the exhibit and honor those we have lost\, please join us in the garden outside the gallery on Saturday\, July 17 at 7pm for a Native American Pipe Ceremony led by Guy Jones. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. 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 Karen Schmitz (KSchmitzArt@gmail.com) or Director of Curating Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/john-w-hiller-retrospective-photography-exhibit-opening-day-appointments/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210718
DTSTAMP:20260423T050812
CREATED:20230323T195735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T164357Z
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SUMMARY:John W. Hiller Retrospective Photography Exhibit (7/1-7/17)
DESCRIPTION:John W. Hiller Retrospective Photography Exhibit\nJuly 1 – 17\, 2021\nSouthern Arizona Ranch Land (1977) by John W. Hiller\nOnline Album | Video Tour \nDel Ray Artisans is honored to showcase over four decades of photography from longtime member\, Oscar and Emmy winner John W. Hiller with a special two-week exhibit (July 1-17\, 2021). The work ranges from his solitary landscapes of the American West to the tranquility of the gardens of Japan\, as well as contemporary experiential imagery. \nVisit the gallery on First Thursday\, July 1 for a preview of the exhibit or reserve a ticket for a half-hour viewing during the extended hours on opening day: Friday\, July 2 between 12-8pm. Opening day tickets are not required\, but ticket holders have priority entry. The gallery capacity is limited to 15 people at any one time in order to facilitate social distancing. \nOpening Day Tickets \nJohn called Alexandria home for 40 years. He was an active member of Del Ray Artisans and volunteered his expertise for years as the Historian and Director of Archives\, and documented and photographed exhibitions for online platforms. John was born in Altadena\, California in 1935 and passed away in 2020 at the age of 84. \nJohn was modest and quiet about his career\, but this local cinematographer and photographer was the recipient of an Oscar for the 1984 documentary short “The Stone Carvers” about the Gothic architectural adornments on the Washington National Cathedral. He also received 20 Emmys for various other projects. For 31 years he worked in the Smithsonian’s Motion Picture Unit as a producer\, director\, photography director\, cinematographer\, videographer\, editor\, and still photographer. John also previously worked in Hollywood\, for the American Red Cross\, USIA\, and the U.S. Navy. His work resulted in over 131 films and videos used in exhibits and broadcast media; he received over 135 awards for those films. \nHere are two of John’s films to enjoy: \n\n“Dream Windows\, Reflections in the Japanese Garden” (1995) – https://youtu.be/xWcmuk2tN7M\n“Generation on the Wind” (1979) – https://vimeo.com/161535630\n\nIn honor of John W. Hiller’s work\, Del Ray Artisans is creating the John W. Hiller Photography and Film Scholarship\, which will be awarded to a high school student for photography or film excellence. Donations are appreciated to help fund this new scholarship. \n Donate  \nAlyssa Pease (John’s wife) and Del Ray Artisans’ Karen Schmitz are curating this retrospective with over five decades of photographs and additional personal items from his life journey. There will be specially selected artworks for sale\, extended hours\, and additional open gallery days. \nJohn W. Hiller Retrospective Photography Exhibit runs July 1–17\, 2021 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. The extended gallery hours during this exhibit are Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays from 12-8pm\, and Sundays 12-4pm. \nTo close the exhibit and honor those we have lost\, please join us in the garden outside the gallery on Saturday\, July 17 at 7pm for a Native American Pipe Ceremony led by Guy Jones. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. 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 Karen Schmitz (KSchmitzArt@gmail.com) or Director of Curating Kelly Postula (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/john-w-hiller-retrospective/
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="Karen Schmitz":MAILTO:kschmitzart@gmail.com
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