ALX Pride 2019 Mix & Mingle
Torpedo Factory Art CenterKick off the start of Capital Pride with a special evening mix and mingle for Alexandria. Get to know others from the local LGBTQIA community.
Kick off the start of Capital Pride with a special evening mix and mingle for Alexandria. Get to know others from the local LGBTQIA community.
Every second Friday, enjoy gallery talks, artist receptions, music, live performances, hands-on artmaking, and three floors of open artists' studios.
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.
The Art Center's signature evening series features ecletic art and activities. In among three floors of open artists' studios, find gallery receptions, stimulating artist talks, pop-up performances, hands-on projects, lively music, and more. Hands on projects, music, craft beer, and more light up Torpedo Factory Art Center's Late Shift. With projects by Julia Kwon, Danielle Dravenstadt, Kate Fitzpatrick, Emily Fussner, Lilia Gestson, Kerry Hentges, Jen Lillis & Dawn Whitmore.
The Art Center's signature evening series features ecletic art and activities. In among three floors of open artists' studios, find gallery receptions, stimulating artist talks, pop-up performances, hands-on projects, lively music, and more.
The Art Center's signature evening series features ecletic art and activities. In among three floors of open artists' studios, find gallery receptions, stimulating artist talks, pop-up performances, hands-on projects, lively music, and more.
The Art Center's signature evening series features ecletic art and activities. In among three floors of open artists' studios, find gallery receptions, stimulating artist talks, pop-up performances, hands-on projects, lively music, and more.
Washington DC Chapter of ACM SIGGRAPH presents Samar Shool along with Pixeldust Studios, an Emmy award-winning animation studio located in Bethesda, Maryland. Hear about their advances in 3D animation and what's next for this DMV-based production company.
Come hear photographer Kirth Bobb talk about how there's an art to everything with photography: in people, everyday life, love, forms, color and light. His photographs are rich with personality, contrast, color and emotion. He'll show you how he photographs life's subtle gestures, the synchronicity and asynchronicity of reality, and light's infinitive nature.
Dress to impress and celebrate like it's 1919 or 1974, as the building turns 100 and the Art Center turns 45.
Give creatively this year and give art. Torpedo Factory Art Center is the region’s best place to find unique gifts, from handmade jewelry and ceramics to paintings and custom ornaments. Shop small and buy local from nearly 200 artists on all three floors. Hours are extended until 8 pm.
The Art Center joins in the fun on Alexandria's most festive holiday weekend of the year!
Visit Daily | 10 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.
Artists maintain their own studio hours. It's best to confirm availability before your visit.