TODAY IS THE DAY:
Please give to Del Ray Artisans on Wednesday, April 25

Today is Spring2ACTion—a special 24-hour online giving event to benefit Alexandria nonprofits. During Spring2ACTion 2018, please help Del Ray Artisans expand three outreach programs to assist members of our community with access to activities that help them grow as individuals and artists. Your donation will help inmates at the Alexandria Detention Center, high school scholarship recipients, and youth ages 8-14 who cannot otherwise afford to attend summer art camp. Thank you for your support of Del Ray Artisans and our outreach activities! Details at spring2action.org/organizations/del-ray-artisans

Alexandria “Love Your Pet Day” Block Party

Sunday, April 29 from 11am-2pm. Join the block party hosted by our Gallery Without Walls partner: VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital! Del Ray Artisans is excited to participate in this fun community event that features food trucks, demos, kids’ entertainment, vendors and more – fun for the whole family, leashed pets welcomed! Look for Del Ray Artisans’ members in the artist demonstration tent. The block party will be at Roth and Colvin Streets, Alexandria, VA 22314. For more details, visit facebook.com/alexandrialoveyourpetday

A Touch of Magic Art Exhibit (Final Weekend!)

Runs through Sunday, April 29. Del Ray Artisans' A Touch of Magic exhibit is inspired by the subtle, simple, complex, or bold magic that creates life's special moments, fulfilled dreams, rare experiences, and fosters the recognition of beauty. Details at DelRayArtisans.org/event/touch-of-magic/

First Thursday

Thursday, May 3 from 6-9pm. Del Ray Artisans celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event from 6-9pm along Mount Vernon Avenue from April through September. The theme for May is "Dog Days in Del Ray." Come to Del Ray Artisans gallery to get a sneak peek of the upcoming art exhibit, Atomic Dog!

Atomic Dog Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Friday, May 4 from 7-9pm. Del Ray Artisans and The Dog Store present Atomic Dog, an exhibit inspired by man's best friend. This fun and heart-warming show features photography, painting, sculpture, and inventive mixed media of all kinds. Come and enjoy artistic expressions of our love for man's and woman's best friend – our canine companions. Details at DelRayArtisans.org/event/atomic-dog

Support Del Ray Artisans through your Amazon purchases!

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Life Drawing - Open Sessions

• Sunday, May 6 from 9:30-11:30am (Gesture)
• Wednesday, May 9 from 2-5pm (Short/Long Pose)
• Wednesday, May 9 from 6:30-9:30pm (Short/Long Pose)
• Wednesday, May 23 from 2-5pm (Short/Long Pose)
• Wednesday, May 23 from 6:30-9:30pm (Short/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

Partners in Art

Monday, May 7 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 Katherine Rand (katherine@katherinerand.com) or Suzanne Tillman (zannet@verizon.net) with questions.

Spring Art Market

Saturday, May 12 from 10am-4pm. Del Ray Artisans’ Spring Art Market is an annual, outdoor, family-friendly event featuring original work by local artists and artisans in a variety of mediums. Come and join us, rain or shine in the Colasanto Park adjacent to Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Perfect gifts for your home, Mother’s Day, or other occasions! Details at DelRayArtisans.org/event/spring-art-market-2018

Call for Entry: Wanderlust

Digital entries due: Thursday, May 17 by midnight. Whether you’re floating through the Arctic fjords in Norway, wandering the crowded streets of Mumbai, savoring a sweet, chewy macaroon in a small Parisian cafe, or taking in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Grand Canyon… the world is full of rich experiences that bridge cultures and help us cultivate connections that go beyond borders. Wanderlust is about celebrating diversity and sharing beauty found in every corner of this world, both near and far. Open to all area artists. Details and Entry Form at DelRayArtisans.org/2018/03/wanderlust-cfe

Youth Art Camp – Registration is now Open!

Early bird discount until June 1. Del Ray Artisans invites young campers to spend a week creating art with professional artist instruction. All artist supplies are provided. Register for either Week One (July 16-20) or Week Two (July 23-27). Camp is from 9am-3pm daily, with an exhibit of the artwork on the Saturday after camp from 1-3pm. Cost is $300/child until June 1; $325/child after June 1. Scholarship support may be available. Details: DelRayArtisans.org/event/art-camp-2018

Reinvention at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital

Runs through June 10. Del Ray Artisans presents Reinvention, a Gallery Without Walls exhibit, with member artists reinventing old artwork or themselves in 2-dimensional pieces to celebrate the new renovations at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Details at DelRayArtisans.org/event/reinvention

Call for Proposals: 2019 Art Exhibits at Del Ray Artisans

Proposals due: Sunday, July 1 by midnight. Del Ray Artisans is currently soliciting show proposals for 2019. Del Ray Artisans strives to offer exhibits that reach a broad and diverse audience, encourage artistic development, and represent a wide variety of art forms. The show proposal committee will review all proposals and make recommendations to the Board for final approval. Questions may be emailed to Kathy Turner, Director of Curating, at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org. Proposal form at DelRayArtisans.org/2018/01/2019-proposals

Call for Entry: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry National Ceramic Show

Digital entries due: Sunday, August 5. This is a hybrid art exhibit that combines a national ceramic show, focused on vessels for the dining table and food, with a regional non-ceramic show. This call for entry is for the national ceramic show. Ceramic art must be three-dimensional vessels for the table (e.g., cups, bowls, plates) made primarily from clay and 100% functional with food-safe glazes. Entries should not exceed 10" high and 24" wide or deep and not weigh over 10 pounds. Cup, bowl, or plate sets are eligible. Accepted ceramics that are being shipped should be received by August 24. Two $150 prizes will be awarded by the juror, Lisa York. Read all entry details carefully. Show runs September 7-30, 2018. Call for Entry at DelRayArtisans.org/2018/04/eat-drink-merry-national-cfe

Call for Entry: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry Regional Exhibit

Digital entries due: Sunday, August 19. This exhibit celebrates the way that food and drink brings people together and joy to our lives. Artwork should be inspired by food, real or metaphorical that nourishes the viewer, or highlight the rituals and places that celebrate the social gathering around sustenance. Eat, Drink, and Be Merry is a hybrid art exhibit that combines a national ceramic show with a regional non-ceramic two- and three-dimensional show. This call for entry is for the regional non-ceramic exhibit. Artwork receiving for accepted non-ceramic artwork is on Sunday, September 2 and Monday, September 3 from 6-8pm. Show runs September 7-30, 2018. Call for Entry at DelRayArtisans.org/2018/04/eat-drink-merry-local-cfe

Del Ray Artisans members are required to volunteer for at least 12 hours per year to support the organization and its mission.

Visit our website for ​more information about volunteering and to report your hours. ​​If you have questions, email the Director of Volunteers at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org. Below are current volunteer opportunities.

Time-Sensitive Requests

• Youth Art Camp Call for Volunteer Instructors (Form due May 15)
  Do you have an art form that you wish to share with young artists? Would you like to gain experience instructing students in a fun and open environment? If you’d like to join our talented and creative team, please let us know! Art Camp is July 16-20 and July 23-27, 2018 with activities from 9:30am-2:30pm daily. Suggest a morning or afternoon art activity. Contact Marcelle Fozard at ArtCamp@DelRayArtisans.org with any questions. Details and form: DelRayArtisans.org/2018/04/art-camp-instructors-form

Curating & Curator Support

• Curate/Coordinate an Exhibit outside the Gallery
  Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls program is seeking volunteers to coordinate exhibits with specific venues. The program is flexible to incorporate your ideas and value your time. Contact Eileen at GWW@DelRayArtisans.org and Kathy at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org
• 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

Photography

• 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 David at Archives@DelRayArtisans.org
• Artwork Photographers
  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 David at Archives@DelRayArtisans.org
• Flickr Contributor
  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 David at Archives@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 Stacy at  Programs@DelRayArtisans.org

Volunteers

• Join the New Volunteer Support Team!
  The new Volunteer Support Team will work with the Director of Volunteers with recruiting, communication with members, recognition planning, and more. Most of the work can be done from the comfort of your home or office. Of course, you will earn volunteer hours for your work! Contact Judy at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org

Call for Entry: Illuminate

Deadline: April 29. Target Gallery invites national and international artists to apply for Illuminate, a special glow-in-the-dark exhibition that is focused on the relationship between art and light. The lights will be turned off in the gallery, turning the viewer’s attention to the illuminated artwork whether it be through the lighting of video, light installation/sculpture, or use of black light mediums. Details: torpedofactory.org/opportunities/call-for-entries/

Call for Artists: Art on the Avenue 2018

Apply by June 1 to be in the first round of judging. Art on the Avenue is a multicultural arts festival organized by the Del Ray Community Partnership. The show welcomes applications from all craft artists and is known for high quality artwork. All work must be original, handmade, created and exhibited by the approved artist. Standard booth rate is $210. The event is Saturday, October 6 from 10am-6pm. Details: ArtontheAvenue.org

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
Phone: 703-838-4827 | DelRayArtisans.org

©2018 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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