Surrealism: A Photography Exhibition (Final Weekend)

Show runs through May 29. This exhibit is a collaborative effort between Del Ray Artisans and Union 206 Studio to present photographic artwork that pushes beyond accepted conventions of reality by representing irrational imagery of dreams and the unconscious mind…disorienting realist imagery often based on fantasy, nightmares, hallucination, and the imagination. Details at DelRayArtisans.org

Youth Art Camp

Register by June 1 for reduced rate. Del Ray Artisans invites young campers (8-14 years old) to spend a week creating art with professional artist instruction. All artist supplies, as well as lunch and snacks, are provided. There will also be a one-day only gallery show held the Saturday after each week of camp to show off the students' work. Choose either Week One (July 18-22) or Week Two (July 25-29). Registration must be completed in advance. Fee: $275/child if registered by June 1; $300/child regular price. Scholarship support may be available. Details and forms at DelRayArtisans.org/ArtCamp

"Paint Del Ray" First Thursday (Next Week!)

Thursday, June 2 from 6pm-dusk. "Paint Del Ray" is a unique collaboration between Del Ray Business Association and Del Ray Artisans. The event will feature artists with their easels, paints, and examples of their work, demonstrating their talents along Mount Vernon Avenue on the First Thursday in June. The community is invited to participate in several family-oriented painting activities along the avenue and watch artists at work. Stop by the gallery to help paint “Photo Op Boards” to be set up at future First Thursdays! More information at DelRayArtisans.org/PaintDelRay

RESPECT: Unsung Heroes in Uniform Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Friday, June 3 from 7-9pm. This exhibit honors all those in uniform—not just the 'obvious' professions—but all professions such as coaches, teams, nurses, doctors, dentists, vets, food and restaurant workers, janitors and maintenance personnel, retail service workers, gym instructors, landscape workers, bus and train drivers, and security personnel... just to name a few. Show runs June 3-26, 2016. Details at DelRayArtisans.org

Call for Curators: 2017 Show Proposals

Deadlines to submit proposals extended to June 30. Del Ray Artisans is soliciting show proposals NOW for 2017. Themes should have broad appeal, spur creativity, and be open to diverse media. Curating is a rewarding experience and counts towards members' volunteer commitment. The show proposal committee will review proposals and recommend those chosen to the Board for approval. Contact Kathy Turner, Director of Curating, at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org with questions. Proposal form at DelRayArtisans.org/CFE

Partners in Art

Monday, June 6 from 2-4pm. Looking for a chance to get together with other creative people to discuss art and exchange ideas? Then come to a meeting of our cooperatively led Partners in Art group. This program is free of charge and open to all. Donations ($1–3) greatly appreciated. Contact Millie Mateu (milaenartes@gmail.com) or Katherine Rand (katherine@katherinerand.com) with questions.

Life Drawing - Open Sessions

• Wednesday, June 8 from 2-5pm (Short/Long Pose)
• Wednesday, June 8 from 6:30-9:30pm (Long Pose)
• Sunday, June 19 from 9:30-11:30am (Gesture)
• Wednesday, June 22 from 2-5pm (Short/Long Pose)
• Wednesday, June 22 from 6:30-9:30pm (Long Pose)

These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our live models. The fee for each 3-hour session is $10 for DRA members and $12 for non-members. 2-hour sessions are $8 for members and $10 for non-members. If you have questions, contact Katherine Rand at LifeDrawing@DelRayArtisans.org

Call for Entry: Fire and Earth National 3-D Ceramic Cup Exhibit

Digital entries due: Saturday, July 30. Fire and earth are two of the four elements. This exhibit celebrates these elements in a hybrid show that combines a National 3-D Ceramic Cup exhibit with a Regional 2-D exhibit. This exhibit honors how fire in the kiln (be it fueled by wood, gas, or electricity) transforms earth (clay) into functional drinking vessels (cups, mugs, tankards, tumblers, goblets, and tea bowls). Cups that are being shipped should be received Saturday, August 20 (if you are delivering in person, notify curator). Read all entry details carefully. Show runs September 2 - October 2, 2016. Call for Entry at DelRayArtisans.org/CFE

Call for Entry: Fire and Earth Regional 2-D Exhibit

Digital entries due: Saturday, August 13. Fire and earth are two of the four elements. This exhibit celebrates these elements in a hybrid show that combines a National 3-D Ceramic Cup exhibit with a Regional 2-D exhibit. This exhibit honors how fire in the kiln (be it fueled by wood, gas, or electricity) transforms earth (clay) into functional drinking vessels (cups, mugs, tankards, tumblers, goblets, and tea bowls). Artwork receiving for accepted exhibit artwork is on Sunday, August 28 and Monday, August 29 from 6-8pm. Read all entry details carefully. Show runs September 2 - October 2, 2016. Call for Entry at DelRayArtisans.org/CFE

Streets Meets Glass Exhibit at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter

Exhibit runs through August 15. Del Ray Artisans' Gallery Without Walls program and the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria team up to present this communion of two artists' diverse work that sizzles, pops, and purrs! The family-friendly artwork by Joshua Oliveira and Betsy Mead is available for purchase. The Vola Lawson Animal Shelter is at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria. Details: DelRayArtisans.org/GWW

Del Ray Artisans members are required to volunteer for at least 12 hours per year to support the organization and its mission. Below are some volunteer opportunities. If you have questions, please email Josh Oliveira, Director of Volunteers, at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org.

Time-Sensitive Requests

• Seeking Replacement for Programs Director
  Due to circumstances beyond her control, Theresa Kulstad will be stepping down as Programs Director after GUAC in July. DRA is looking for someone who can step up and maintain the gallery's current programs and help develop new ones for our members and the surrounding communities. In addition, the Programs Director must stay on top of emails, program proposals, publicity needs, and schedules. As a Board member, the Programs Director has a voice and vote at Board meetings. Theresa will welcome help now to ease transition. DRA has recurring programs that are already run by our wonderful, capable members, but there are always new things to try and special events to keep us fun & fresh. This is a great way to serve and support your arts community. If you can step up to this rewarding and necessary task, contact Theresa at Programs@DelRayArtisans.org
• Nominating Committee Members
  It’s not too early to start planning! The Nominating Committee puts together the slate of candidates for the 2017 Board of Directors. Get to know your fellow DRA members while seeking persons interested in serving on the Board. Interested in helping? Contact Kim Joy at President@DelRayArtisans.org
• Seeking Volunteers for Outreach and Grants & Sponsorship Board Seats
  There are two vacancies on the DRA Board: Outreach Director and Grants & Sponsorship Director. These are rewarding ways to meet your volunteer commitment. Interested members should contact Kim Joy at President@DelRayArtisans.org
• Adopt-a-Park: Pick Up Litter
  Del Ray Artisans volunteers pick up litter in Colasanto Park, which is a part of the City of Alexandria's Adopt-a-Park program. Inspections are on Mondays, so Sunday is the best pick-up day but not a hard rule. We need volunteers to sign up for weekends now through November 30. If you are interested in assisting, contact Marlin with your preferred weekend at AdoptAPark@DelRayArtisans.org

Communications

• Layout The Well-Crafted Word Newsletter
  Interested in laying out Del Ray Artisans monthly newsletter? To volunteer or request more details, contact Betsy at Communications@DelRayArtisans.org

Curating & Curator Support

• Join the Curating Team!
  Volunteer to curate or assist a curator (hanging artwork, data entry / spreadsheets, distributing postcards, people skills). Experienced past curators especially needed, but all volunteers are welcome. Contact Kathy at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org
• Help Curators design their Postcard
  Postcards contain the vital show information: show title, dates, reception information, any special events and other information the curators wish to highlight. Help curators put together this file for the printer. Must have access to software capable of creating printer-ready files (e.g. Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and be able to email documents. Helpful skills: creative design and content proofing. Contact Kathy at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org

Photography & Video

• Event Photography
  Seeking volunteers to take photos of Del Ray Artisans events for our archives and Flickr Photostream. Volunteer to photograph opening receptions, workshops, regular programs, or markets. We are hoping for around 10-20 photos from each event. Contact Sean at Archives@DelRayArtisans.org
• Photographers Needed to Document Shows
  Seeking volunteers to take photos of each piece of artwork in a show (as well as some overall gallery shots) for our archives and Flickr Photostream. Contact Sean at Archives@DelRayArtisans.org
• Photograph Processing
  Seeking volunteers to process photos for our Flickr Photostream. Task involves cropping, downsizing, color correcting (if needed), and adding meta data (e.g. artist name, title, media, price, show). Must have Photoshop or comparable application. Contact Sean at Archives@DelRayArtisans.org
• Seeking Videographer / Film Maker
  Seeking a volunteer to record a Del Ray Artisans workshop and edit for online viewing. Alternative option is to create an online course explaining an art or art-related activity. Contact John at VP@DelRayArtisans.org

Programs

• Help plan workshops and events for Del Ray Artisans
  We are looking for volunteers who are interested in supporting and/or helping design and schedule workshops and events at the gallery. If interested, please contact Theresa at Programs@DelRayArtisans.org

Call for Entry: Third Biennial Maryland Regional Juried Art Exhibition

Digital Entries due June 14. University of Maryland University College invites entries of works by all artists in Maryland, Northern VA, & DC for it’s 3rd biennial Maryland Regional Juried Art Exhibition. The exhibition will run from September 18 to December 31 in the UMUC Arts Program Gallery in Adelphi, MD. Details: umuc.edu/visitors/events/art/art-exhibition-call-for-entries.cfm

Call for Entry: Root to Bloom: Place Artists Call Home Exhibit at Principle Gallery

Digital Entries due September 28. Principle gallery invites entries of paintings that are of the featured artists’ place they call “home.” Washington DC artist, Teresa Oaxaca will be the juror. The artwork must be no larger than 40 inches along the longest edge. The exhibition will run in November 2016 in Alexandria, VA. Details: principlegallery.com/alexandria/call-entries-root-bloom

All DRA events, unless otherwise noted, are held at the DRA gallery:

Del Ray Artisans gallery at the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center
2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301-1124 | Directions
Phone: 703-838-4827 | DelRayArtisans.org

©2016 Arts Resource Foundation. Special thanks to the City of Alexandria, Alexandria Commission for the Arts, Virginia Commission for the Arts, and National Endowment for the Arts for their continued support of Del Ray Artisans, a 501(c)(3) organization.

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