Category: News

Category: News

News from The Art League, including community outreach, important local and national arts policy, and other news we think you’ll be interested in.

November 21, 2013

See a Steamroller Printing at Artfête

Events

If you didn’t catch the steamroller printing action last year, you’re in luck: this Friday, you have another chance….

November 19, 2013

Your Guide to Artfête Weekend

Events

There’s a lot going on during Artfête Weekend, so to make sure you don’t miss anything, here’s the definitive guide to everything that’s happening!…

November 18, 2013

You’re the Artist! Happy Trails to Sculpture Instructor Chuck Johnson

Art Classes, News

After more than 18 years of challenging students to “dare to be great” in his Art League sculpture classes, Charles “Chuck” Johnson has retired…

November 14, 2013

Holiday Food Drive

News

Bring a donation of nonperishable food the next time you come by the Torpedo Factory, and you can help feed the hungry!…

November 13, 2013

Meet The Art League Staff: Vida Torres

Art Classes, News

You may have seen some new faces around The Art League lately. To break the ice, we’re going to be introducing you to everyone…

November 6, 2013

Andargé Asfaw @ WSP

News

This month, you can see Ethiopia through the lens of Art League photography instructor Andargé Asfaw. If the exhibit leaves you feeling inspired, Andargé…

October 31, 2013

Peter Bottger on Rodin’s “The Walking Man”

Events

Peter Bottger — sculptor, Art League instructor, and Corcoran College of Art & Design adjunct faculty — is giving a talk on Auguste Rodin’s…

October 25, 2013

Hand-Spun Paper by Saaraliisa Ylitalo

News

Saaraliisa Ylitalo teaches papermaking classes at The Art League. You can see some of her work in an exhibit at the Torpedo Factory this…

October 24, 2013

Art on the Rocks Recap

Events

The fourth annual Art on the Rocks was a big success, with almost 200 people coming to enjoy cocktails, appetizers, music, and art. Thank…

October 18, 2013

The Artwork Behind the Cocktails

Events

Each original cocktail at Art on the Rocks is inspired by a piece of art in “Body Language.” See below for the artwork chosen…

October 16, 2013

Get Your Art on the Rocks Tickets!

Events

Art on the Rocks Wednesday, October 23, 6–9 pm Tickets: $35 each One week until Art on the Rocks! The Art League has challenged…

October 11, 2013

Arts Safari Tomorrow

Events, Exhibits

Come by the Torpedo Factory tomorrow (Saturday, October 12) from 12:00 to 4:00 pm for a host of fun kids’ activities, including a scavenger…

October 8, 2013

Ceramics Documentary Screening October 19

News

Out of the Fire offers an absorbing look into the little-known world of wood firing potters, who use ancient, labor intensive techniques to achieve…

October 4, 2013

Art Boats at Alexandria Seaport Day

Events

This weekend was Alexandria Seaport Day down at Waterfront Park, an occasion for chowder, beer, kids’ activities, demonstrations — and Art Boats!…

October 2, 2013

Help Us Paint the Gallery Monday (Free Lunch!)

News

Twelve shows a year can be a little rough on the walls here. The Art League Gallery needs sprucing up, and we need you…

October 1, 2013

We Are Open!

Exhibits, News

While many of the free museums in DC are sadly shut down, and lots of the private galleries and museums charge admission, we want…

September 27, 2013

Art Critic Talk @ Hemphill

News

An event next weekend you might be interested in: “What Have I Seen?”, an art talk with Paul Richard, Saturday, October 5, at 10:00am….

September 26, 2013

Artist Talk with Kreshnik Xhiku This Sunday

Events, Exhibits

Kreshnik Xhiku — sculptor, Art League instructor, and the artist behind September’s “Structural Elements” exhibit — will give an artist talk in the gallery…

September 13, 2013

Helen Banes Retrospective at Fiberworks

News

Opening this Saturday at Fiberworks (studio 14 in the Torpedo Factory), there will be a retrospective exhibit of fiber artist and jewelry designer Helen…