An Evening with Daniel Taye – Koyeta ke Ethiopianin Seali Daniel Taye gar

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Once named by CNN as the “Van Gogh of Africa,” Daniel Taye traveled from Ethiopia to participate in this month-long residency. The public is invited to meet him during an after-hours reception. A speaker from the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art will offer comments. The evening will also feature a sampling of Ethiopian foods and music.

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Artist Demonstrations

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Throughout the summer, see artist demonstrations every Saturday at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.

Art Materials Market

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At the 4th Annual Torpedo Factory Artists' Association Art Materials Market vendors and Torpedo Factory Artists will be selling or trading a variety of art supplies for use across all visual media.

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Workshop: StorySpaces and Visual BioScapes

Post-Graduate resident, Danielle Smith, conducts a series of free writing and painting workshops designed for young girls aged 8-16. The goal is to provide a space for girls to discuss aspects of society that affects their lives directly while channeling their emotions--both positive and negative--into artistic processes.

43rd Annual SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival Showcase

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The Torpedo Factory Art Center welcomes back the Washington DC Chapter of ACM SIGGRAPH to host the 43rd Annual SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival Showcase in Alexandria, Va. This festival showcases some of the most dazzling and innovative collection of submitted works selected by a distinguished jury of computer graphics experts and specialists.

Film Screening: Imber’s Left Hand

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This documentary traces the life and work of charismatic painter Jon Imber. Despite his ALS, a degenerative condition, adversity only makes him more determined to paint. His undying passion for painting leads him to create more than 200 portraits in four months.

$8 – $12

21st Annual Art Safari

Torpedo Factory Art Center

An Alexandria tradition for more than two decades, Art Safari returns for a day of hands-on activities for kids and families.

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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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