Exhibit Dates: February 1-24, 2019
Opening Reception: Friday February 1 from 7-9pm
The EPA estimates that 75% of the American waste stream is recyclable, but we only recycle about 30% of it. People have taken to eBay and CraigsList for years to rehome their used goods in exchange for cash, and now many are utilizing give-away sites like Freecycle.org and BuyNothing too. Artists are often among the most conscientious recyclers, by reusing others’ discards to create unique art.
Stop by Del Ray Artisans gallery from February 1-24, 2019 to see the New Beginnings art exhibit featuring beautiful artwork created by reuse. These creations incorporate at least half of their materials from either found objects, recycled materials or older works of art. The opening reception is on Friday, February 1 from 7-9pm.
Four workshops are scheduled during this show – register before they fill up!
- Wire-Wrapped Gemstone and Crystal Rings Workshop on February 7, 6–8pm
- Making Cards Workshop on February 10, 6–8pm
- Found It – Make It – Wear It (Jewelry) Workshop on February 12, 7–9pm
- Playing with Resin Workshop on February 19, 6–9pm
The art exhibit, opening reception, and workshops are at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are: Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays 12-9pm, and Sundays 12-6pm. The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible.
For more information, visit DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits or contact the curator Tracy Wilkerson (RecycledWorks@yahoo.com) or Director of Curating Brittany Gabel (Curating@DelRayArtisans.org).
Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) appreciates the continued support from the City of Alexandria, Alexandria Commission for the Arts, Virginia Commission for the Arts, and National Endowment for the Arts. DRA is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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“New Beginnings” art exhibit (February 1-24, 2019) at Del Ray Artisans features beautiful artwork created by recycled materials. Reception: Friday, February 1, 7-9pm. EPA estimates 75% of waste is recyclable, but only 30% is. DelRayArtisans.org/event/new-beginnings
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“New Beginnings” art exhibit (February 1-24, 2019) – The EPA estimates 75% of waste is recyclable, but only 30% is. Visit Del Ray Artisans gallery to see artwork created by reuse. These creations incorporate found objects, recycled materials or older works of art. Opening Reception: Friday, February 1, 7-9pm. View the exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Exhibit details, plus information on four special workshops at DelRayArtisans.org/event/new-beginnings