Capital Area Photographers: “Your Business From Your Client’s Perspective”

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Your clients make or break your business. It's critical to see your products and services through their eyes. Whether new to the business or looking for a refresher, learn how to build loyalty and boost your sales from the first interaction to the follow-up marketing that keeps clients coming back for more.

The Late Shift: Alexandria Creates

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Alexandria is a vibrant and creative collection of neighborhoods and cultures. It’s one of the top 25 most diverse cities in the country and is located in the nation’s most vibrant arts region. Celebrate our home town and take part in its next renaissance.

SIGGRAPH: Usability Design

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Washington DC Chapter of ACM SIGGRAPH presents Matthew Conti, pioneer in Human-Centered Design, User Experience, and Usability. Usability is the ease of use and learnability of a human-made object such as a tool or device.

Veterans Comedy Night with ASAP

Torpedo Factory Art Center

The Art Center welcomes back Armed Services Arts Partnership for another comedy night featuring veterans, service members, and military family members from the region. ASAP shows provide an opportunity for the civilian and military world to connect through comedy and engage in an honest dialogue about shared human experiences.

Capital Area Photographers: Mastering Studio Light

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Studio Portraits are making a comeback. After years of location sessions, clients are beginning to look for studio sessions again. Getting control of your lighting and learning how to use it based on the situation is imperative to creating stunning portraits which will help you stand out from the crowd. This talk will cover traditional and non-traditional lighting set-ups, camera settings, and how to get “real” with your subject.

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Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
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Visit Daily10 a.m. - 6 p.m.*

Masks are optional for visitors, artists, and staff, though may be required in some studios and galleries. Check Today’s Hours for expanded information.

The Torpedo Factory Art Center is closed for New Year's Day, Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

* Periodic 5 p.m. closure for private events. See dates on Today’s Hours.

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Artists maintain their own studio hours. It's best to confirm availability before your visit.

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