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The Soundry has a lot to offer the creative subculture. Please review our membership options and consider joining the most exciting thing happening in Northern Virginia.

F*CK THE MACHINE MEMBERSHIP: You create. You need to be here. This membership gives you access to a our thriving society of creatives who are allergic to corporate culture. Perfect for visual artists, DIY-ers, Indie Crafters & Designers. No suits allowed.  CLICK HERE TO JOIN

Monthly: $99

Annual: $600

*unlimited access to shared studio

*plenty of art show opportunities

*members get wall space inbetween shows

*solo shows for those who are ready

*members can sell handmade items in our “store” throughout the year

*teaching privileges

*free wi-fi

*Coffee Bar on site serving micro-roasted espresso, smoothies, teas, Topless Bakery pastries, sandwiches and more.

*25% discount on classes

*invitations to members-only events

*members-only discounts & newsletter

*network and collaborate with other artists

*get exposure! The Soundry is open everyday from 8am-1am. What other art space is open 17 hours a day?

*Members can run a monthly tab in our kick ass coffee bar

CREATIVE ECONOMY MEMBER: A membership for the creative workforce that typically work from home. Bring your lap top into our studio and spread out in an inspiring space. Free wi-fi and meeting room available. Even a whiteboard!  A great way to get out of the house or traditional stale office environment. Perfect for Web developers, graphic designers and bloggers.  CLICK HERE TO JOIN!

*$5o per month or $500 annually

*studio access Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

*ability to reserve a meeting room for client and business meetings

*Free wi-fi

*Teaching privileges

*Keep a monthly tab in the coffee bar

*business profile on our website

TEACHING MEMBERSHIP: For those creative creatures who just want to teach and need a regular space, this membership is ideal.   CLICK HERE TO JOIN

Cost: $25 per month

*use of The Soundry classroom, chairs, tables and wash sink for art/craft/creative  classes.

*Soundry will provide web-based sign up form and link, shared spreadsheet to track your classes

*Classes are posted on our website with professionally designed graphic

*Classes are marketed to our Facebook group, Twitter & other social networks.

*Classes are marketed to our Constant Contact list through a professional newsletter that is sent to over 1,000 people.

*Teachers get 60% of class fees

SOUNDRY FRIENDSHIP MEMBERSHIP: BY POPULAR DEMAND! For supporters of The Soundry who don’t live close enough to take advantage of the space on a regular basis, but participate in art shows and events. For people who love us for who we are and who we aren’t.  CLICK HERE TO JOIN!

*$75 annually

*Waived submission fees to all Soundry art shows

*25% discount on classes

*Members-Only specials & discounts on drinks and events

*Feel good knowing you are supporting a scrappy indie art space in Northern Virginia

*Member Newsletter

photo by Nathan Watson

drink lovingly concocted and perfected by Brian Wentz

THE BLACK GOAT

Rich and blanced hypno espresso with crumbled organic chevre & cracked black pepper.

Odd? Maybe     Delicious? You bet!     Its not Bahahahahd!!!

Stay tuned for more details….

THURSDAY MAY 20th  7pm-10pm

We are thrilled to announce the Second Annual Cocktail PARTY & Fundraiser to benefit The Starving Artist Theatre’s upcoming “Future Artist”–a unique children’s playwriting and directing camp.

Come enjoy signature cocktails along with great food from M&S Grill and yummy desserts courtesy of Topless Bakery.

With bellies full and warm you will be entertained with theatre antics, live music and a silent auction featuring original art, jewelry, food, gift certificates and more.

Tickets: $20 in advance ($25 at the door) and can be purchased online through Brown paper Tickets or over the phone using Visa/MC/Discover by calling 703-698-0088.

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WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS?, a riveting documentary by Academy Award-winning producer Pamela Tanner Boll (Born Into Brothels), features five bold women who navigate some of the most problematic intersections of our time: parenting and creativity, partnering and independence, economics and art. Through their lives Tanner Boll explores what it means to nurture children and family, and keep the creative fire burning within.

The film considers an era when women were revered as cultural muses, and the modern era when most people are unable to name a handful of female artists. Tanner Boll’s energetic camera documents actual work, giving us a feel for the creative process. In interviews with the artists, and in some cases, their families, Boll raises important questions about how art is valued in our culture.

Can women follow their artistic instincts and still function as wives and mothers? Pamela Tanner Boll’s articulate documentary answers that question with a qualified “Yes.”
V.A. MUSETTO, The New York Post

Includes interviews with experts; Riane Eisler (The Chalice and the Blade), The Guerrilla Girls, Maura Reilly (Sackler Center for Feminist Art, Brooklyn Museum) and Leonard Shlain (The Alphabet vs. The Goddess).

This screening is part of our Light Industry Film Club programming!  A healthy discussion immediately follows the film. The screening is free for members. There is a $5 guest fee for non-members. Hope to see you here Thursday!

BROUGHT TO US BY OUR FRIENDS AT HUB THEATRE AS PART OF THEIR MINDS WIDE OPEN SERIES.