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SPOTLIGHT


20th Anniversary Picnic

20th Anniversary Picnic: This Saturday (Sept. 29) from 3–6pm

Del Ray Artisans turned 20 this year and we will be celebrating with open art tents & a picnic. EVERYONE is welcome—rain or shine! We do need volunteers to help set up, direct activities, and clean up. If you can help, please contact Lesley Hall at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org. Thank you to the Del Ray neighborhood for a great 20 years!


It Runs in the Family

It Runs in the Family runs through Sunday (Last Weekend!)

This art exhibit explores how the need to create seems to run in families. The curators arranged the artwork by "family" groups so visitors can explore the differences and similarities among the artists who are connected and related to one another. View It Runs in the Family during gallery hours through September 30.


Sweet 'n Salty

Sweet 'n Salty Opening Reception: Friday, October 5, 7–10pm

Artists were asked to "give in to their cravings... let their senses and personal experiences inspire them... push their boundaries" to create dynamic and interesting interpretations of this very tasty and feeling-filled theme. Chat with the artists in the show and other art appreciators during the opening reception of Sweet 'n Salty!


SPECIAL NOTICE

Serve on the Board: Act now for a 2013 Position!

Del Ray Artisans Board of Directors elections are on Sunday, October 21. The Nominating Committee is seeking volunteers interested in running for a Board position. In particular, the committee is looking for candidates for Vice President and Director of Fundraising. Please contact a committee member (Millie Mateu at milaenartes@gmail.com, Betty Plummer at newsletter@DelRayArtisans.org, or Vivienne Lukacs) soon if you are interested. Terms of office are one year from January 1 to December 31.


Demo your artwork during Art on the Avenue (Saturday, Oct. 6)

Seeking members to become part of the Art on the Avenue experience through Del Ray Artisans. Requesting volunteers to demo how they create their artwork. Great exposure to the community! To volunteer or request more information, contact Drew Cariaso at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org or Lesley Hall at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org


Volunteer at Art on the Avenue

Del Ray Business Association is the mastermind behind Art on the Avenue on October 6th; however, this event is important to Del Ray Artisans as a part of our mission to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. If you are not already participating, please consider volunteering to help support this event! Sign up at: artontheavenue.org/?page_id=30


MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Partners in Art

  • Monday, October 8 from 2–4pm
  • Monday, October 22 from 2–4pm
  • Monday, November 5 from 2–4pm

Looking for support as you strive to reach your art-related goals? Partners in Art is a group of artists that meets regularly to share goals, report on progress, obtain feedback on current artwork and discuss topics of interest to the group. Become a regular or drop-in with artwork if you are looking for feedback. Contact us for current topics of discussion: Millie Mateu (milaenartes@gmail.com) or Katherine Rand (katherine@katherinerand.com). Donations ($1–3) greatly appreciated.


Bring Your Scraps and Come Have Fun with Collage Cut-Ups

  • Tuesday, October 9 from 1-4pm
  • Tuesday, October 23 from 1-4pm
  • Tuesday, November 13 from 1-4pm

Come play with the Collage Cut-Ups in a supportive environment that promotes an exchange of ideas, creativity, and networking with beginner and experienced collage artists. Collage Cut-Ups is an informal group where everyone works on individual projects. This is not a workshop. For more information, contact Millie Mateu at milaenartes@gmail.com.


Life Drawing - Open Sessions

  • Wednesday, October 10 from 2-5pm (short/long pose, clothed)
  • Wednesday, October 17 from 6:30-9:30pm (long pose)
  • Sunday, October 21 from 9:30-11:30am (gesture)
  • Wednesday, October 24 from 2-5pm (short/long pose)
  • Wednesday, November 7 from 11:00am-1pm (gesture)
  • Wednesday, November 7 from 2-5pm (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 $8 for DRA members and $10 for non-members. 2-hour sessions are $6 for members and $8 for non-members. Contact Katherine Rand at LifeDrawing@DelRayArtisans.org if you have questions.


Sweet 'n Salty Poetry Event: Sunday, October 14, 4–6pm

Enjoy a play on sweet-n-saltiness as we watch performance artists (novice? experienced? you interpret!) perform poetry written by others. We are sure that unexpected outcomes will abound as writers see their poetry being performed in ways they may not have expected!


Sweet 'n Salty Movie Night: Friday, October 19 starting at 8pm

The curators will choose a 'sweet' movie and a 'salty' movie for all to sit back and watch while we enjoy air-popped popcorn with your choice of sweet or salty toppings—yum! Selected movies will be announced on our web site: calendar.DelRayArtisans.org/view_entry.php?id=1297


DRA ANNUAL MEETING with ELECTIONS: Sunday, October 21, 5–7pm

Join fellow members for the latest DRA news, pizza, and the election of next year's Board Members. Even if you are not considering being on our DRA Board, we still need your help to elect our willing volunteers. Those attending will also be the first to witness the unveiling of our 2013 shows! Details at: calendar.DelRayArtisans.org/view_entry.php?id=1319


Sweet 'n Salty Halloween Social Hour: Saturday, October 27, 6–9pm

Start off your Halloween festivities at the gallery while taste-testing beverages created specifically with the Sweet 'n Salty theme in mind.


Alexandria Art Market (Last One of the Season!) Saturday, November 3, 10am-4pm

The DRA is excited to announce its 3rd season of The Alexandria Art Market, which will be held on the green space at our Gallery. A variety of original artwork from over 25 artists will be on display including painting, photography, pottery, jewelry, and glasswork. Music performance by Jana Audey, 12-2pm. For more information contact ArtMarket@DelRayArtisans.org or visit: DelRayArtisans.org/ArtMarket


Photography Portfolio Review on Saturday, Nov. 17: Sign up now!


Deadline for Registration Entry: Friday, November 9. Signup and Payment Deadline: Thursday, November 15. Event: Saturday, November 17. Portfolios will be reviewed by John H. Brown, Jr., a D.C. area fine art photographer exhibited and collected around the world who also juried the November Telling Images show. Each 20-minute review costs $35 and must be paid before November 15 to reserve your time slot. For more information contact jldtifft@cox.net. Sign up at: DelRayArtisans.org/portfolio-review


CALL FOR ENTRY

Inside the Beltway, Art in City Hall: October 22–April 19

Deadline: Friday, September 28 at 6pm. The Art League and the City of Alexandria, in conjunction with the Mayor's initiative to promote the arts, are coordinating a rotating fine art exhibit to enhance the environment of Alexandria's City Hall and to promote the talent of local artists. The exhibit will be juried by an outside, independent expert in the arts, and will hang for six months on the second floor of the Alexandria City Hall. Members of The Art League, Del Ray Artisans, and the Torpedo Factory Artists' Association are invited to participate. For more information, visit DelRayArtisans.org/shows/calls/


Sweet 'n Salty Art Exhibit

Receiving: Sunday, September 30 and Monday, October 1, 2012 from 6:30-8:30pm. Give in to your cravings and become inspired by the theme Sweet 'n Salty. Both words have a variety of connotations and meanings. Let your senses and personal experiences inspire you, and create dynamic and interesting interpretations of this very tasty and feeling-filled theme. Push your personal boundaries and become a little salty or try to be sweet. 3-D work is also encouraged. Application at: DelRayArtisans.org/shows/calls. Please read everything and follow all the directions.


Alexandria Art Market (1st Saturday of the month. Open to all artists)

The Alexandria Art Market is a monthly outdoor art market that gives local artists an opportunity to sell their original handmade artwork and provides them with consistent exposure to the community. The market also has musical performances and food. The remaining market of the season is on Saturday, November 3 from 10am-4pm, rain or shine. Each artist is assigned a 10' X 10' space. Artists are responsible for providing their own tents, tables, chairs, and displays. Contact Kimberly Bush (703-627-7656 or ArtMarket@DelRayArtisans.org). Application: DelRayArtisans.org/shows/calls/


CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

Del Ray Artisans members are required to volunteer for at least 10 hours per year to support the organization and its mission. Below are some volunteer opportunities.

  • Co-eblast Editor position open
    This weekly email filled with DRA news and local calls for entries doesn't write itself! Approximately 2-hour commitment per issue; must either know Microsoft Word or HTML. Work with the current Eblast Editor to divide up the weeks. Great way to "stay in the know" about local art opportunities. Contact Liz at enews@DelRayArtisans.org.
  • Holiday Market Bake Sale Coordinator (BSC)
    The BSC whips up bakers enthusiasm and assigns helpers to host the Bake Sales at each Holiday Market in December. Contact Tracy at HolidayMarket@DelRayArtisans.org if you are interested or would like more information.
  • Holiday Market Reception Food Coordinator
    Each Holiday Market weekend has a reception on Friday night. We are looking for someone to line up food from local restaurants and assign helpers for each Market reception. Please contact Tracy Wilkerson at HolidayMarket@DelRayArtisans.org if you are interested or would like more information.
  • Post DRA Events on various Online Calendars
    Post approved DRA publicity materials on specified web calendars. Each volunteer will have one or two web calendars to update. Must have internet access. Contact Technology@DelRayArtisans.org if you are interested.
  • PHP Developer
    Help enhance our web site! Contact WebCurator@DelRayArtisans.org for details.
  • Garden
    Dig, weed, and learn other skills by professional landscape designer and artist, Pamela Underhill. No experience necessary. Meet weekdays or weekends for an hour or more. Bring a friend or come solo. It's fun, meditative, and builds muscles! Contact Underhill.Pamela@gmail.com or 703-507-4964.

OTHER REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS

Art Studio Space in Del Ray

Textile artist looking for someone to share a 2-room studio: Art studio space available now for artist / writer to share 2-room studio space above St. Elmo Coffee Shop, Del Ray / Alexandria; Your share: 1 light-filled room room w/ closet (approximately 240 sq ft, $385/month incl. util & wifi). 2nd floor; No smokers; No toxic materials; For details, contact 703-400-2070 or pjbryan@comcast.net


Call for Artists: 2012-2013 Artist Fellowship in Painting from the Virginia Commission for Arts

Application due: October 1, 2012. Artist Fellowships of $5000 are awarded annually by the Virginia Commission for Arts to recognize the creative excellence of individual Virginia artists and to support their pursuit of artistic excellence. Artists in the discipline of painting, who are legal residents of Virginia at the application deadline, and who plan to remain in the state for the coming year, are eligible to apply. Application available online at: www.arts.virginia.gov/grants/Artistfellowships.html or by calling the Commission (804-225-3132).


Call for Entries: Dia de los Muertos: The Art of Rememberance

Deadline for Entry: October 5, 2012. The Torpedo Factory Art Center presents their 4th Annual Day of the Dead celebration from October 29 - November 4, 2012. Artists are invited to submit artwork inspired by Day of the Dead, as well as artist-made Altar installations. Jurors: Gabriel & Scarlett Pons from PONSHOP. Hosted by the Target Gallery. Entry Fee: $20. For entry details, visit: torpedofactory.org/galleries/targetcallforentry.htm


Call for Entries: 5x5(x5)

Deadline for Entry: October 8, 2012. Back by popular demand, this small works show is a juried exhibition at the Target Gallery that invites artists to submit work that cannot exceed 5" in any directions. This is an all media exhibit open to all artists nationally and internationally. The juror is Stefanie Fedor, the Executive Director of Arlington Arts Center. For entry details, visit: torpedofactory.org/galleries/targetcallforentry.htm


Workshop: Handle It! with Ryan J. Greenheck

Register by Monday, October 15. Workshop: Saturday, October 20 and Sunday, October 21 from 10am-4pm. This hands-on workshop will focus on wheel thrown forms that incorporate a handle. Ryan will demonstrate wheel throwing and trimming techniques emphasizing the mug form; lidded jars, pitchers, and teapots will also be presented. Placement of the handle in each piece will be a consideration from the start. Ryan will share ways to make handles using slab and coiled techniques; with a concentration on several 'pulled' handle skills. Every aspect of the handled vessel will be discussed and meticulously investigated. For more information contact smunoz@arlingtonva.us or 703.227.0560 or visit www.leeartscenter.org


Call for Artist Vendors: Mount Vernon High School's Fall Fest 2012

Event: Saturday, October 20, 9am-4pm (Rain or Shine). The Fall Fest is a fun, family, community-based affair offering an opportunity for friends of Mount Vernon High School to display and sell their arts, crafts, rummage/garage sale items or small business services and goods. Proceeds benefit MVHS Student Activities. We are offering inside tables at a nominal rate for vendor sales. At a lower rate, we will also offer parking lot space to vendors who would prefer to be outside with the rummage and garage sale items. Community service groups and student groups will, on a first come first served basis, be provided inside or outside space at no charge. For more information, email: smunoz@arlingtonva.usm


Call for Entries: Between the Lines: Contemporary Drawing Now

Deadline for Entry: November 5, 2012. Between the Lines: Contemporary Drawing Now is an exhibition at the Target Gallery that examines current trends in drawing today. This is an all media exhibit ranging from pencil on paper, to the conceptual, and to the three-dimensional. It is open to all artists nationally and internationally. The juror is DC-based artist Linn Meyers. For entry details, visit: torpedofactory.org/galleries/targetcallforentry.htm


Call for Artist Vendors: In search of artists for Artist Expo in Arlington

Proposals Due: November 7, 2012. Artist Expo on Sunday, December 2, 2012, at Congregation Etz Hayim (2920 Arlington Blvd - Rte 50) in Arlington, VA, 11:30 to 4 pm. Participation fee is $65. We provide a space no smaller than 9' x 6' (exact dimensions will depend on number of artists). We usually have 30-35 artists. This will be our 7th year. ISO ceramic, glass, wood, fabric and clothing artists, soapmakers, paper & graphic artists, and others. We already have enough jewelers. Contact: Laurie Effron at leffron@gmail.com or 703-307-3205.


Pastel Workshop: The Pastel Society of Virginia Hosts Maggie Price

Deadline: Friday, November 9, 2012. The Pastel Society of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to host Maggie Price, internationally known and respected pastelist/author, Veteran's Day weekend November 10-12 at the Franconia Governmental Center. The theme is developing your vacation photos into pastel paintings, whether you're a beginner or more advanced. The $400 registration fee includes three days of instruction, an opportunity to win up to $125 worth of Richeson products, daily boxed lunches, and 2012-13 membership in PSV. Electronic postcard: www.tinyurl.com/maggieprice. For more information, contact Maggie Price at 703-533-0891 or www.maggiepriceart.com


Submit art or craft-related opportunities for the DRA eBlast [minimum of 14 days prior to the event or the call for entries] to eNews@DelRayArtisans.org or complete the online submission form by Monday at 6pm.
Archived copies of the weekly DRA eBlasts can be found at DelRayArtisans.org/eblast.
Non-DRA announcements will be run only for two consecutive weeks.
 

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


©2012 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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