SPOTLIGHT

The Power of Artful Words and Paper Workshop

TOMORROW (Saturday, March 16) from 10am-4pm. Experience the benefits of poetry, bookmaking, and journaling! Join artists Stacy Rauch and D.J. Gaskin as they guide you through the process of creating personal poems about "power" and a small hardcover journal to hold them. You may bring decorative papers and basic paper-working tools. Fee: $75 (includes supplies). Advanced registration is required. If you are not registered yet, contact D.J. (poet@lionesspress.com) and Stacy (stacy@lovetocreate.net) now! For more information, visit: DelRayArtisans.org/bookmaking

The Artful Power of Your Body: Vinyasa Yoga Session

Saturday, March 23 from 10-11:30am. Instructor Isabella Gutfreund will give an intermediate skill level class. Series of poses helps increase strength and flexibility. Receive professional coaching on building bodily strength and learning how to focus and quiet your mind. Not suggested for beginners. Wear appropriate clothing and bring a mat. Feel the artful power of your body. Fee: $15. Advanced registration is required by March 18. Details at: DelRayArtisans.org/yoga

POWER ART exhibit

Show runs: March 1 – 31, 2013. Artworks that evoke an emotion or that make an impact. Power Art can be big, bold, and graphic—or quiet, minimalist. Power Art may address civil liberties, human rights, or environmental issues. Come experience the art and unusual materials. The exhibit includes 50+ art quilts from the nationally touring Power Suits collection. For more information, visit: DelRayArtisans.org

Life Drawing - Open Sessions

• Sunday, March 17 from 9:30-11:30am (gesture)
• Wednesday, March 27 from 6:30-9:30pm (long pose)
• Monday, April 8 from 7-9pm (short pose)
• Wednesday, April 10 from 11am-1pm (gesture)
• Wednesday, April 10 from 2-5pm (short/long pose)
• Wednesday, April 17 from 6:30-9:30pm (long pose)
• Sunday, April 21 from 9:30-11:30am (gesture)
• Wednesday, April 24 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 $10 for DRA members and $12 for non-members. 2-hour sessions are $8 for members and $10 for non-members. Contact Katherine Rand at LifeDrawing@DelRayArtisans.org if you have questions.

Partners in Art

• Monday, March 18 from 2-4pm
• Monday, April 8 from 2-4pm
• Monday, April 22 from 2-4pm

Looking for support in reaching 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.

Turn On Your Masters art exhibit

Opening Reception: Friday, April 5 from 7-10pm. Artists pay homage to their favorite masters, question the hoopla surrounding particular pieces and praise, critique, or dish the artists who have influenced them. Satire is a big compliment to a master artist as are works that pay homage to the master of any era or today. Two- and three-dimensional art and textiles. During the opening, there will be a special musical performance art event inspired by the legendary opera diva Maria Callas. Don't miss it! Show runs April 5-28, 2013. Details at: DelRayArtisans.org

Pop-up Sewing Class

Sunday, April 14, pick either 9-11am or 12-2pm. If you've ever thought about learning how to sew (but didn't know how start), this event is for you. You'll learn the basics of sewing by operating a sewing machine to make an environment friendly tote bag. For ages 11 years old to adult. Supplies provided. Fee: $20 DRA members or $25 non-members. Register at DelRayArtisans.org/sewing

Craft Night

Tuesday, April 23 from 5-9pm. Bring in your own projects in progress and spend a few hours of uninterrupted time crafting. Meet other creative like-minded individuals as well. Open to knit / crochet / fiber arts, paper crafts / scrapbooking / stamping / card-making, sewing, jewelry, drawing, and general crafts. No wet media other than glue please. Each person will receive 2-3 feet of table space. Each 4-hour session is $8 for DRA members and $10 for non-members. For more information, contact Lisa at artenuestra@yahoo.com

Call for Entry: Art in City Hall from April 22–November 15

Deadline: Friday, March 29 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

Call for Entry: Turn On Your Masters art exhibit

Receiving: Sunday, March 31 (6-8pm) and Monday, April 1 (5-7pm). Take this opportunity to pay homage to your favorite master, question the hoopla surrounding particular pieces and praise, critique, or dish the artist and peers who have influenced us. A picture of your selected master artwork will be displayed next to your artwork. Show runs April 5-28, 2013. Show Awarding Judge: Scott Brooks. Curators: Zade Ramsey and Drew Cariaso. Call for Entries: DelRayArtisans.org/shows/calls

Call for Artist Vendors: Art on the Avenue on October 5, 2013

Application deadline for discounted rate: April 1, 2013. 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. Showcase your most recent and best work, and list materials and retail prices on the back of each photo. Standard booth rate is $165 ($145 for Del Ray Artisans & students) if postmarked by April 1. After April 1, fee is $185 ($165 DRA/students). For questions about the jury process or the show, email artontheavenue@gmail.com. Download the application from: artontheavenue.org/?page_id=20

Call for Artist Vendors: Alexandria Art Market

Application Deadline: April 8, 2013. Join Del Ray Artisans in its 4th season of monthly outdoor art markets on the lawn area of the gallery. These markets give artists an opportunity to sell their original handmade artwork and provide them with consistent exposure to the community. There will be five (5) monthly markets on the 1st Saturday of the month (May through September) from 10am to 4pm, rain or shine. Contact Kimberley Bush (ArtMarket@DelRayArtisans.org) with questions. Download the application from: DelRayArtisans.org/shows/calls

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.

• Volunteers needed for artwork receiving March 31 (6-8:30pm) and April 1 (5-7pm)
  Please contact Drew Cariaso at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org.
• Help plan and carry out the May 18th fundraiser art exhibit
  Please contact Drew Cariaso at Curating@DelRayArtisans.org.
• Manage Del Ray Artisans' Flickr Albums
  Help manage DRA's Flickr account by posting show and event photos taken by John Hiller (Director of Archives) and other volunteers, organizing albums/sets, and revising metadata as needed. DRA members only. Contact Dawn at Technology@DelRayArtisans.org.
• Help document and shape DRA's Privacy Policy
  As we have grown in this technological era, new privacy concerns are popping up with regards to sharing personal contact information, photography at events, security cameras, and more. The Board is seeking members to help formulate and document a comprehensive privacy policy. Suggested policy revisions will be presented to the Board and the membership for final approval. Contact Lesley at Volunteers@DelRayArtisans.org.
• Help with the Gallery 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 Pamela at Underhill.Pamela@gmail.com or 703-507-4964.
• 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. DRA members only. Contact Dawn at Technology@DelRayArtisans.org.
• Develop new features using PHP for the DRA Web Site
  Help enhance our web site! Must already know PHP. Contact Kelly at WebCurator@DelRayArtisans.org for details.

Call for Entries: ArtsCONNECT Project Grants from Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation (MAAF)

Application deadline: March 15. For projects taking place between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation works to increase access to the arts in DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV, and US Virgin Islands. MAAF’s ArtsCONNECT program supports collaborations across the region to facilitate tours of artists involving all performing arts disciplines (including dance, music, theater, & folk/traditional arts). MAAF is dedicated to bringing artists to underserved audiences throughout the region & encouraging meaningful exchanges between artists, audiences, & their communities. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $10,000. Details and application at: midatlanticarts.org/funding/pat_presentation/arts_connect/guidelines.html

Workshop: Stitchery With Hand Dyed Fibers with Diane Herbort

Must Register by Friday, March 15. Workshop on Saturday, March 16, 10am-2pm. $48 fee includes complete kit! Create two artworks, working with silk ribbons and a sampler of luscious hand-dyed cotton, silk and metallic fibers on pelmet Vilene, a sturdy textile with a beautiful watercolor look. Novices and skilled stitchers alike will enjoy experimenting with these gorgeous fibers and trying a variety of easy stitches. Diane Herbort is a nationally-known quilter/fiber artist and teacher known for her Crazy Quilting, ribbon embroidery, quilted garments, and more. Artistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA. For details, contact sales@ArtisticArtifacts.com or visit: www.artisticartifacts.com/product/3403162013.html

Workshop: Altered Art Assemblage - Recycled Robot with Leslie Brier

Must Register by Friday, March 15. Workshop on Sunday, March 17, 10am-4pm. $85 fee, many supplies provided. Learn a variety of cold-connection techniques, collage methods, and experiment with Aves Apoxie Sculpt (a two-part epoxy clay) as you recycle/upcycle familiar objects, such as alarm clocks and spice tins, to construct your own altered art robot. Leslie Brier is a mixed media artist and freelance graphic designer in Fredericksburg, VA. Workshop takes place at Artistic Artifacts. For details, visit: www.artisticartifacts.com/product/3403172013.html

Call for Entries: Torpedo Factory 2013 Jury

Receiving: Monday, March 18, 9am-6pm. "As your new vice president DRA one of my hopes is to provide greater possibilities, avenues and mentorship for members who want to possibly work full-time in the arts. The upcoming jury at the Torpedo Factory is a really great place to start. You need 5 original pieces of your work plus another 10 to 20 on CD and a check for $50. At most you have $50 to lose. Give it a try. Please don't hesitate to call with any questions." —Greg Knott (greg@gregknott.com / 202-255-3222). Details and application at: www.torpedofactory.org/jury/

Call For Artists: Walk on the Wild Side

Entry Deadline: March 22. Walk on the Wild Side is an animal-themed exhibition of 2D and 3D artists working in all media. It is a fundraising joint project of the Northern Virginia Art Center and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, both 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. Showcase your talent and creativity while helping AWLA care for animals in need and the NVAC serve and support the arts. All proceeds from submission fees, commissions and the opening reception will benefit both organizations in equal shares. Your submission fee is 100% tax-deductible. The show will be on display at the Northern Virginia Art Center April 9-May 4. Apply online at: www.novaartcenter.org/juried-art-show

Workshop: Marbling on Fabric & Paper with Linda Cooper

Must Register by Friday, March 22. Workshop on Saturday, March 23, 10am-1pm. $50 fee, all supplies provided. Create multiple colors and designs with this addictive marbling technique! You'll go home at least a dozen beautiful and usable 10" x 17" pieces of one-of -a-kind fabrics and a variety of paper swatches for use in any fiber or mixed media art. Art quilter Linda Cooper continually explores fabric painting and other surface design techniques in her work. Workshop takes place at Artistic Artifacts Alexandria, VA. Contact: sales@artisticartifacts.com / Web: www.artisticartifacts.com/product/3403232013.html

Workshop: "From Board Game to Book"

Register by Saturday, March 23. Workshop on Saturday, March 30, 10am-2:30pm. Create a hand-bound notebook or art journal, recycling a game board for covers, using traditional book binding methods and materials. All supplies provided, with precut/predrilled board games available to choose from. You’ll craft your one-of-a-kind Japanese Stab-Bound Book (learning multiple stitch variations), and make your own book cloth from any light to medium weight cotton fabric and interfacing for the spine. Embellish your book using game pieces and other art materials to enhance the cover and inside pages. For details, contact Stacy Rausch (stacy@lovetocreate.net) or visit: www.artisticartifacts.com/product/3403302013.html

Request for Proposals: Grants for K-12 Arts Education Programs

Deadline: April 30, 2013. Arts, Culture & Design in Schools, a charitable initiative of national retailer Target, is accepting applications from schools and nonprofit organizations for programs that bring arts and cultural experiences directly to K-12 students. The company is awarding grants of $2000 for programs that take place between September 2013 and August 2014. Grants are restricted to K-12 educational institutions and organizations with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. For details, visit: foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=411900022 and corporate.target.com/corporate-responsibility/grants/arts-culture-design-in-schools-grants.

Photographer Fellowships: Aaron Siskind Foundation Invites Applications for 2013

Deadline: May 24, 2013. Fellowship grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to artists working in photography and/or photo-based art who demonstrate a serious commitment to photography and who are professionally active in the field. Works submitted may be traditional photography projects or experimental works, but photographic techniques must be pivotal to the work submitted. Fellowship funds must be used to further the artist's creative endeavors. Details at: foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=412700019

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

©2013 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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