Torpedo Talks: Matthew Harwood

The first Torpedo Talk of the new season highlights the work and career of Matthew Harwood (Studio 222). His work is influenced by his formal training as an architect. Learn about his current projects and hear vignettes from his long history at the Art Center.

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Illuminate

Studio 2 - Target Gallery

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The Late Shift: Bright Nights

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Summer is the time for get-togethers and music after-hours.  Tonight, the Torpedo Factory Art Center keeps its doors open late and comes alive with performances and art to celebrate the night on the waterfront.

The Late Shift: Bright Nights

Target Gallery’s summer exhibition, Illuminate, plays with the dynamics of light in the darkness. The gallery opening comes alive with performances and art to celebrate the night on the waterfront.

Drawn In: Taking a Closer Look at The Art League’s Solo Exhibit

Studio 21 - The Art League Gallery

Join the Gallery Director for an art-viewing and making Happy Hour. In this free, hands-on event, participants will be invited to take a closer look at work created by The Art League’s monthly Solo Artist.

Free

New Project Studio Workshop: Han Sol Jeon – “Finding Shapes”

Torpedo Factory Art Center

New Project Studio Resident Han Sol Jeon will offer a hands-on drawing workshop. Participants will use gouache paints and pencils to draw on a large-scale sheet of paper on the wall. The final piece will be incorporated in a new collaborative work created by Han!

Veterans Comedy Night

The Art Center partners with Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) to bring a special comedy night featuring veterans, service members, and military family members from the D.C. Metro Area.

$10

Post Grad Workshops: Sara Roberts – “Soft Sculpture: Weaving Fabric”

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Post-Grad Resident Sara Roberts will demonstrate the process of weaving fabric. She is intrigued how the feminine, domestic nature of fabric contrasts the masculine, industrial quality of her concrete/resin castings. Participants will be able to experiment with weaving. Workshop will run from 3-5pm hour in the Post Grad Studio (Studio 319) on the third floor at the Torpedo Factory. 

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Alexandria, VA 22314
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Visit Daily10 a.m. - 6 p.m.*

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