Youth Art Camp (Week Two) – Show

Saturday, July 28 from 1-3pm. Come to check out the students' work from their week of camp. Want to sponsor a camper next year? You can help send a youth to camp by donating to the program at: DelRayArtisans.org/donate

Call for Proposals: 2019 Art Exhibits at Del Ray Artisans

Deadline extended to Wednesday, August 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

Ancestry Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Friday, August 3 from 7-9pm. This exhibit showcases the strength of Del Ray Artisans community, namely our cultural diversity. Together, the Ancestry exhibit highlights how the diverse, vibrant cultures of our members come together to form one strong community, just like our country's motto—E Pluribus Unum, or "Out of Many, One". The exhibit runs August 3 – September 2, 2018 at Del Ray Artisans gallery. Details at DelRayArtisans.org/event/ancestry

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

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Thanks to a generous Del Ray Artisans member all contributions up to $2,500 from now until August 19, 2018 will be matched. Consider making a tax-deductible donation to Del Ray Artisans today and have your donation go twice the distance!

This is a perfect time to join as a Patron member.
During this campaign, all Patron membership tax-deductible amounts will be matched. For more information on making a donation or applying as a Patron member, visit DelRayArtisans.org/donate-2/

First Thursday

Thursday, August 2 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 August is “Aloha Thursday.” Come to Del Ray Artisans gallery to get a sneak peek of the upcoming art exhibit, Ancestry.

Life Drawing - Open Sessions

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

Partners in Art

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

Alexandria Sidewalk Sale

Saturday, August 11, 10am-9pm and Sunday, August 12, 10am-6pm. During the Sidewalk Sale, enjoy 10% off artwork on display at Del Ray Artisans' gallery, including items in our gallery store. Additional unframed original artwork will also be available for sale. Find more information about the Alexandria Sidewalk Sale at visitalexandriava.com/things-to-do/shopping/sidewalksale/

Pie Contest, Indoor Picnic and Summer Member Meeting

Sunday, August 19 from 5-7pm. Join fellow artists and friends at the annual Pie Contest, Indoor Picnic, and Summer Member Meeting. Prepare a savory or sweet entry for the pie contest or sign up to be a judge. Preceding the picnic will be a short meeting with information on upcoming events and the fall exhibit schedule. Please RSVP to help the organizers plan the food and beverage quantities. If you have any questions or to RSVP, contact Sophia Suarez at Membership@DelRayArtisans.org. More information at DelRayArtisans.org/event/member-meeting-pie-contest-2018/

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

Digital entries due: Sunday, August 19 by midnight. 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

Partners in Art Evening Meeting

Tuesday, August 21 from 7-9pm. Open to DRA members and all local artists. Meet to exchange ideas about local art scene, exhibit opportunities, artistic goals, techniques, & creative process. You may bring in 1 or 2 artworks, any medium, for feedback. Enjoy the company & support your fellow artists. A small donation ($1–$3) appreciated. Contact Michele Reday Cook (mredaycook@gmail.com) with questions.

Call for Entry: Symmetry

Digital entries due: Sunday, August 26 by midnight. Del Ray Artisans and Union 206 Studio are seeking fine art photography that showcases artists’ visions of symmetry. Symmetry implies a sense of aesthetically pleasing proportionality that implies balance. Balanced composition can be symmetrical, asymmetrical, or radical where the various elements that make up the image – shapes, colors, texture, and space – are arranged with care to create a harmonious result. Open to all artists, with discounted entry fee for Del Ray Artisans and Union 206 Studio members, and no entry fee for full-time students. Call for Entry at DelRayArtisans.org/2018/06/symmetry-cfe/

Off the Grid Sponsored by Del Ray Artisans

Runs through August 31. Off the Grid is an exhibition featuring the artwork created by Northern Virginia inmates under the volunteer instruction of Kelli Schollard-Sincock (aka Ms. Kelli) of Inspiration Matterz. This exhibition is being sponsored by Del Ray Artisans and is located at the Site 2 Community Gallery in the Torpedo Factory. For more information, visit torpedofactory.org/event/off-the-grid

Bowls and Plates with Nice Curves Workshop at The Clay Queen Pottery (Register Now)

Saturday, September 8 from 10am-4pm. Join the Eat, Drink, and Be Merry juror, Lisa York, for "Bowls and Plates with Nice Curves" hosted by The Clay Queen Pottery. This demonstration workshop explores how the curves and form of a plate or bowl functions in the home, the use of geometric shapes as part of surface decorations, and a variety of thrown and alteration techniques. After the demonstration, Lisa will review the exhibit and provide insight into the jurying process. Workshop fee: $65 Del Ray Artisans members, $75 non-members. Register at DelRayArtisans.org/event/bowls-and-plates

Call for Entry: 2019 Wall Calendar (Members Only)

Digital entries due: Saturday, September 22 by midnight. Members: Submit your best work to the 6th annual Del Ray Artisans' wall calendar! All entries are to be received digitally, and no physical pieces of art will be collected. There is no entry fee, no theme, and work previously shown at the gallery is acceptable. Your Del Ray Artisans membership must be up-to-date. This calendar is a fundraiser to benefit Del Ray Artisans. Call for Entry at DelRayArtisans.org/2018/07/calendar-cfe

Atomic Dog and Consequential Cat at VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital

Runs through September 30. Del Ray Artisans and VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital present Atomic Dog and Consequential Cat, an exhibit inspired by our furry friends. This show features a selection of artwork by Del Ray Artisans members from the Atomic Dog exhibit, as well as hand-picked artwork honoring our feline companions. The show can be viewed during regular business hours at the animal hospital (located at 2660 Duke Street). Details at DelRayArtisans.org/event/dog-and-cat

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

• 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

Curating & Curator Support

• Seeking Curating Apprentice
  Are you interested in learning about exhibit curating at Del Ray Artisans? Are you looking for a way to get more involved? Would you like a volunteer position that would also bump up your art resume? The Director of Curating is looking for an apprentice to shadow her and learn the ropes, with the eventual goal of assuming her position. If you are interested, please email Kathy at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org
• 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 Monica 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

Facility

• Craft Closet
  Volunteers are needed to keep Craft Closet organized. One person will need to document or update the organizational plan. Periodically during the year, other volunteers will use this plan to put things back where they belong and dispose of items no longer needed. If you are interested, please send an email to Judy Lynn at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org and include your name, email, and best phone number.
• Kitchen Crew
  Volunteers are needed for the Kitchen Crew on a monthly basis. The work needs be done at the start of a new show from art drop-off to opening reception. Volunteers may work their own hours during this time. The work includes cleaning the sink, counters and refrigerator, as well as (re)organizing supplies. If you are interested, please send an email to Judy Lynn at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org and include your name, email, and best phone number.

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 and Dawn at WebCurator@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

Call for Entry: Ritualisms

Deadline: July 22. Target Gallery invites artists working in all visual media to submit to Art of Armistice, a group exhibition focusing on the after effects of war. This exhibition will focus on the physical, mental, and cultural effects war has on the world through the perspective of both civilians and veterans alike. Details: Art-of-Armistice-Prospectus.pdf

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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