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La Biennale di Venezia: A Torpedo Factory Review with Mirella Belshe & Guests

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Join us on Thursday, February 22 for a special evening talk about the 2017 Venice Biennale through the perspective of Torpedo Factory artist Mirella Belshe (Studio 27) and a panel of invited guests. Hear a firsthand account of one of the art world's most respected events, featuring photo highlights and personal anecdotes from the biennial celebration. Presented in partnership with the Friends of the Torpedo Factory and the Torpedo Factory Artists' Association.

The Late Shift: Uncovering the Waterfront

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Artists and innovators team up for a night of unearthed secrets, music, and trivia celebrating our region's rich history.

Shadé Reneé in the New Project Studio

Studio 8 - New Project Studio

Experimentation/Exploration is a partnership with Olly Olly to provide support and mentorship for a local emerging artist: Shadé Reneé. Stop by her studio between March 2 - April 29. Stop by to Meet the Artist on Friday March 9, 7 - 11 pm, part of the Late Shift Art Night.

Beverly Ryan: Drone Zone

Studio 21 - The Art League Gallery

Artist Beverly Ryan explores questions related to the widespread use of drones in this multi-media exhibit.

The Late Shift: Sneak Peek

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Sneak a peek and build your wishlist at a special preview of the 2018 March150 Special Exhibition & Art Sale. Pop in the New Project Studio to celebrate emerging artists in the region during a reception with Olly Olly, a new alternative art space in the City of Fairfax. 

Lyric Prince: Post-Grad Artist Talk

Torpedo Factory Art Center

As she enters her final month at the Torpedo Factory, Post-Grad Artist Lyric Prince shares about her experiences in the Post Grad Studio (Studio 12) in conversation with Liz Georges, board member at Arlington Arts Center. Hear about Lyric's art studies, her professional work so far, and how this residency has inspired her work.

Zines Reception with TEN09

Torpedo Factory Art Center

A zine (short for “magazine”) is a small-circulation self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images, usually reproduced via photocopier. The current selection of zines was created by artists from TEN09 (@ten09print), a collective of printers, bookmakers, and zinesters from George Mason University’s School of Art, and curated by Christopher Kardambikis (@c.kardambikis), GMU Assistant Professor and Director of Navigation Press (@navigationpress). Join us for a reception honoring these artists at our Friday March 9 Late Shift Art Night, 9pm.

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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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