Practiced by artists and naturalists alike, nature journaling is a centuries-old exercise in refining our powers of observation, appreciation for nature, drawing skills, and mindful presence. This group is open to all experience levels as we meet to sketch, connect, and learn together! Del Ray Artisans' Nature Journaling Club meets at 10am in front of […]
Drop-in and practice figure drawing through observation of our clothed model on Thursday evenings in October. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery. Traditional drawing media (such as pencils, pens, and charcoal) are welcome; and pastels, watercolor and ink are permissible. Please do not bring acrylics or oil paints. We don’t supply easels – […]
Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Wednesday, October 22, 6-8pm Cost: $25 Del Ray Artisans member / $35 Non-member; plus $5 supply fee Class size: 4-25 participants (Register in advance; Walk-ins welcome, space permitting) You don't have to be an artist to make art with Neurographic Art. A neuron is a cell that carries messages between the […]
Drop-in and practice figure drawing on two select Tuesday* evenings each month. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our nude model. *Most sessions are on Tuesday evenings, but in 2025 there will be a session on Thursday, November 13 and a few costumed sessions on Thursday evenings in […]
Instructor: Tracy Wilkerson, recycledworks@yahoo.com Date/Time: Sunday, October 19, 6-9pm Cost: $40 Del Ray Artisans member / $50 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 6-12 participants (Register in advance) Learn the ins and outs of prepping for and mixing resin, and how to use it as an adhesive, a covering, or the main medium. […]
Instructor: Sandra Alami Date/Time: Sunday, October 19, 10am-1pm Cost: $30/child Space is limited to 18 girls and 6 adults (Register by October 15) Brownies who attend this workshop will complete all of the steps needed for their Art and Design badge. Brownies will create unique clay sculptures, which will help them further develop their fine […]
This workshop has been cancelled. Join us for our other Youth Programs. Register in advance for workshops so instructors can plan. Instructor: Morgan Parr Date/Time: Saturday, October 18, 10am-12:30pm Cost: $25 child / $40 adult; plus a $10 Supply Fee Class size: 3-15 participants (Register by October 14) Get into the spirit of the season […]
Give some TLC to Del Ray Artisans’ gardens! Join the Gardens Committee to spruce up the landscaping around the gallery. Bring gloves, knee pads (if desired), and laughter. Even if you don't know what a weed is, we can teach you. Volunteer for 1 hour or the whole 2.5 hours. If you have any questions, […]
Drop-in and practice figure drawing through observation of our clothed model on Thursday evenings in October. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery. Traditional drawing media (such as pencils, pens, and charcoal) are welcome; and pastels, watercolor and ink are permissible. Please do not bring acrylics or oil paints. We don’t supply easels – […]
Calling fellow artists, beginners to professionals, you are invited to join our art-support group, to share artistic goals, techniques, and the local art scene. Participants may show one or two artworks, any medium, in any stage, for advice and feedback. To join our small, friendly, and supportive artists’ group, contact Michele Reday Cook at mredaycook@gmail.com […]
Welcome to Radical Sewing Club-ALX! Started in LA by Scout Quiquivix, the Alexandria chapter is a monthly drop-in style meeting where you can learn clothing repair, hand and machine sewing, or bring your own project to work on with the community. Radical Sewing Club is about more than sewing–it’s a space to reimagine craft outside […]
Book: "Ways of Seeing" by John Berger Facilitator: Marshall Carolus Meeting Date: Saturday, October 11, 10am-12pm (Drop-in, set a reminder in Eventbrite) Join us on October 11 at 10am to discuss John Berger's "Ways of Seeing". It's an adaptation of a 4-part series he did for the BBC. As described by Michael Messmer, "Berger challenges […]