Transformer

About

Partnering with artists, curators, and cultural institutions, Transformer serves as a catalyst and advocate for emergent expression in the visual arts.

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TRANSFORMER is a Washington, DC based 501 (c) 3 non-profit, artist-centered organization that connects and promotes emerging artists locally, nationally and internationally. Programs and services are designed to help artists grow their audience and patronage while educating them about opportunities for sustainability.

With a unique store-front exhibition space at 1404 P Street, NW, Transformer’s Exhibition Series, consisting of six to seven exhibitions per season, encourages artists to be site-responsive, often producing a deeper and more thoughtful exploration of ideas and solutions to the presentation of their work. Exhibitions run five to six weeks and are organized by Transformer staff in conjunction with participating artists, guest curators, and advisors.

Seeking to connect emerging artists with the larger cultural milieu, exhibiting artists are provided increased exposure to peer artists, curators and the local arts community, and are encouraged to: meet collectors at exhibition previews, speak with the press about their work, and participate in organized artist talks with the public.