CAP’s Second Annual Photo Competition and Critique

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Capital Area Photographers hosts its Second Annual Photo Competition and Critique. Photographers grow in their craft when they get open and honest feedback. Whether photographers win or not, most of them walk away with a new perspective on their work and a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.

Creative Writing Workshop with April Harris and Community Building Art Works

Studio 208 - Riverview Room

As featured in the 2018 HBO Documentary We Are Not Done Yet, Community Building Art Works serves veterans, military personnel, and members of the community through generative creative-writing workshops. Led by accomplished authors, they are focused on using the written word as a tool for introspection, communication, and connection. Bring a pen, a notebook, and an open mind.

Architecture Week and Family Architecture Day with AIA

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Every April, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) celebrates Architecture Week across the country. Join us as we collaborate with AIA Northern Virginia for an exhibition and family activities as part of Architecture Week's festivities.

BunnyFest 2019

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Artists throughout the Art Center will be making, showing, and selling high-eared art. Think outside the Easter basket with rabbit-riffic artwork in sculptures, dishware, etchings, paintings, and prints. Make BunnyFest buttons, create bunny crafts, and don buny ears. 

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

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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.

Factory Flow: Harmonizing Yoga and Sound

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Find inner peace and creativity with this early-morning series focused on art, health, and imagination. Sessions feature sound artists, yoga teachers, dance instructors, and more. 

$10

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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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