Call for Entry ~ Open to All Area Artists
New Beginnings
February 1–24, 2019
Digital entries due: Monday, January 14, 2019 by midnight
The EPA estimates that 75% of the American waste stream is recyclable, but we only recycle about 30% of it. Some people are being more conscientious about recycling, and also about reusing. Sellers have taken to eBay and CraigsList for years, but now many are utilizing give-away sites like Freecycle.org and BuyNothing. Artwork submitted to this exhibit sh...
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Year: 2018
Faces Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
Exhibit Dates: January 4-27, 2019
Opening Reception: Friday, January 4 from 7-9pm
Join us at Del Ray Artisans from January 4-27, 2019 for the Faces art exhibit. Portraits show the life a person has lived, the joy a person emanates, the wisdom gained through years of living, and focuses on the soul of the person. This exhibit celebrates the fresh face of a two-year old toddler or the lived-in face of an octogenarian and all those living in-between. Faces and bodies are as the artist portray...
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“A Christmas Carol” Theater Night at The Little Theatre of Alexandria
Reception: Tuesday, December 11, 6:30-8pm
Performance: Tuesday, December 11, 8-9:30pm
Don’t be a Scrooge! Join us all for an evening of Holiday Cheer at The Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) for their legendary performance of “A Christmas Carol” on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. Del Ray Artisans (DRA) partners with LTA for an exclusive evening of food, drink, and performance.
Tickets are $45 each, with all proceeds benefiting DRA to support our shows and programs. This is a special evening yo...
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Del Ray Artisans 23rd Annual Fine Art & Fine Craft Holiday Market
First 3 Weekends in December 2018
November 30-December 2, December 7-9, December 14-16
Join us the first three weekends in December as Del Ray Artisans 23rd Annual Holiday Market offers unique handcrafted fine arts and crafts from local artists. As always, the artists are presenting a variety of media, including botanical drawings, fiber/textiles, glass, jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, painting, paper crafting, photography, pottery/ceramics, sculpture, watercolor, wood turning, and more! Differ...
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Faces (Entries due 12/16/2018)
Call for Entry ~ Open to All Area Artists
Faces
January 4–27, 2019
Digital entries due: Sunday, December 16, 2018 by midnight
Portraits show the life a person has lived, the joy a person emanates, the wisdom gained through years of living, and focuses on the soul of the person. This exhibit is for the fresh face of a two-year old toddler or the lived-in face of an octogenarian, and all living in between. Full length portraits are encouraged, but this exhibit centers on faces, however the...
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Del Ray Artisans’ 2019 Wall Calendar
Keep track of your 2019 dates with a calendar featuring artwork by Del Ray Artisans members! The calendar showcases 51 pieces of art from 52 artists. Four to five artworks are highlighted each month. Cathy Messina’s “Sledding on King Street” painting was selected for the cover.
The wall calendar comes pre-printed with Del Ray Artisans events, community events (from Del Ray Business Association, Del Ray Community Association, and more), national holidays, and major religious holidays.
The c...
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Local Artisan Showcase (Entries due 11/4/2018)
Del Ray Artisans Members Only
Gallery Without Walls Call for Entry
Local Artisan Showcase at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
November 11, 2018 - November 10, 2019
Digital entries due: Sunday, November 4, 2018 by midnight
This is a new, year-long Gallery Without Walls exhibit at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital that will showcase Del Ray Artisans members artwork in the hospital exam rooms. Most subjects are welcome, with pieces featuring animals preferred. No entry fee; pieces previousl...
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“Bringing Words to Life” Art Exhibit at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital
Del Ray Artisans Gallery Without Walls Program
Exhibit Dates: September 30, 2018 through January 27, 2019
The Bringing Words to Life art exhibit at the Veterinary Clinics of America Alexandria Animal Hospital (VCA Alexandria) features Del Ray Artisans members’ artwork. The exhibit is a part of Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls (GWW) program in partnership with VCA Alexandria.
Words can be powerful forms of art. Whether written, spoken, or sung, words often evoke emotion and meanin...
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“Connecting Threads” Art Exhibit at Del Ray Artisans
Exhibit Dates: November 2–25, 2018
Opening Reception: Friday, November 2 from 7-9pm
Join us at Del Ray Artisans from November 2-25, 2018 for the Connecting Threads art exhibit to celebrate fiber and how it connects us to the stories of our lives.
Fiber art communicates some sort of message, emotion, or meaning and goes beyond the literal definition of the materials. This exhibit focuses on fiber art and fiber’s influence through other mediums as well. Artists are showcasing their tradit...
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Partners in Art at Del Ray Artisans
Need support reaching your art-related goals? Join this collegial group of artists to share your goals and get feedback on artwork. 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. Donations ($1-3) greatly appreciated. Meetings are held at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, ...
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