3 - 5:30 PM | Free and Open to the Public
6:30 - 9:30 PM | Ticketed Entry
Plahaus - 1325 5th St NE, Unit C
Transformer is excited to collaborate with DC artist collective Disco Mary to present our Heartbreakers Ball at the new Playhaus DC pop-up art space at The Gables in Union Market.
3 - 5:30 PM | Free and Open to the Public
6:30 - 9:30 PM | Ticketed Entry
Plahaus - 1325 5th St NE, Unit C
Join us for Transformer's 8th Annual Heartbreaker's Ball - celebrating our love of the emerging artist community and works from the FlatFile! This always unique event, presented through continually innovative and playful formats and platforms each Valentine’s Day, is designed to warm hearts and encourage connection with emerging visual art and artists. This year, Transformer is excited to collaborate with DC artist collective Disco Mary to present our Heartbreakers Ball at the new Playhaus DC pop-up art space at The Gables in Union Market.
Transformer's FlatFile consists of works in a variety of two-dimensional mediums including photography, painting, drawing, and printmaking approximately 16x20" in size and smaller and priced at $500 and below. Focused on supporting emerging DMV-based artists, Transformer's evolving FlatFile collection features more than 400 original works.
DAYTIME FESTIVITIES (FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC) | 3 - 5:30 PM
NIGHTTIME FESTIVITIES (MUST PURCHASE AN ADMISSION TICKET FOR ENTRY) | 6:30 - 9:30 PM
With your support, proceeds from Transformer's Heartbreakers Ball will go to our continued work of promoting local artists and providing artistic exploration to the DC community and beyond. Now more than ever, our programming is essential for the creative community!
Please email info@transformerdc.org with any inquiries. Tickets will also be sold at the door.
We can't wait to see you there!
Presented in Collaboration with The Line DC
11am - 3pm
Euclid Street NW entrance, in the main foyer
11 AM - 3 PM
THE LINE DC - Euclid Street NW entrance, in the main foyer
1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Join us for a pre-Valentine's Day afternoon of love, art, music, great food and good cheer!
Featuring:
400+ artworks for purchase from Transformer's FlatFile program
LOVE photo booth by artist Lisa Marie Thalhammer
Tarot Card Readings & Music!
Flower bouquet making with She Loves Me
With lovely brunch offerings at No Goodbyes
CAN'T ATTEND THE BAZAAR?
Be a heartfelt part of sustaining Transformer's continued growth. Make a special donation today, and further support our ongoing work connecting and promoting emerging visual artists in DC & beyond.
DONATE ONLINE HERE
OR CONTACT TRANSFORMER
at 202.483.1102 and info@transformerdc.org for more information and to make your donation by phone.
XOXO, TRANSFORMER
Pop-Up FlatFile Store featuring works by 40+ DMV artists!
Mimosas & Lite Valentines Day Brunch Treats!
+ MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Thank you to the 6th Annual Heartbreakers Ball Chair Libby Rasmussen, @libbylivingcolorfully and our sponsors: The Mandy & David Team, Realtors, Yours Truly DC
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Join us for a new spin on Transformer's annual Heartbreakers Ball - Heartbreakers Brunch! Free and open to the public, Heartbreakers Brunch will feature:
Pop-Up FlatFile Store featuring works by 40+ DMV artists!
Mimosas & Lite Valentines Day Brunch Treats!
+ MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Proceeds support Transformer's continued work connecting & promoting emerging artists, and providing artistic exploration to the DC community and beyond!
Thank you to the 6th Annual Heartbreakers Ball Chair Libby Rasmussen, @libbylivingcolorfully
and our sponsors:
SUPPORT EMERGING ARTISTS AND SHOP THE FLATFILE
Launched in spring 2007, the Transformer FlatFile is an evolving collection of two-dimensional artworks in a variety of mediums including: photography, painting, drawing, printmaking, zines and more. All artworks are sized at or below 16” x 20", and priced at or under $500.
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Friday, February 14, 2020
7:00PM - 11:00PM
THE LINE DC - Banneker Foyer (below main lobby)
1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009
$25 / Individual
-1 Party Ticket
-1 Complementary Glass of Bubbly per guest
$40 / Per Couple (of Friends, Lovers, Sisters, Brothers, Others….)
- 2 Party Tickets
- 1 Complementary Glass of Bubbly per guest
Transformer's 4th Annual Heartbreaker's Ball celebrates our love for the emerging artist community and debuts new works from Transformer's FlatFile Program.
Launched in Spring 2007, Transformer's FlatFile consists of works in a variety of two-dimensional mediums including photography, painting, drawing and printmaking approximately 16x20" in size and smaller. Focused on supporting emerging DMV-based artists, Transformer's evolving FlatFile collection features more than 400 original artworks, all priced under $500.
Proceeds support Transformer's continued work connecting & promoting emerging artists, and providing artistic exploration to the DC community and beyond. Now more than ever, Transformer's programming is essential for the creative community.
Celebrate love and art with Transformer this Valentine's Day!
FEATURING:
Heartbreaker's Karaoke with Hot Nights Karaoke
Pop-Up FlatFile Store Featuring New Works by 40+ DMV Artists
Soft Sculpture Installations & Photo Booth
Cookies & Sweets provided by The Cup We All Race 4
Complimentary Glass of Bubbly for Each Guest (21+)
Come dressed to BREAK HEARTS!
Limited number of tickets available, purchase now: heartbreakersball4.eventbrite.com
Preview artworks from the FlatFile HERE.
Image Credit: Abi Fapohunda, V-Day "17", 2018, Digital print, Ed. 3/17, 11" x 16".
CAN'T ATTEND THE BALL?
Be a heartfelt part of sustaining Transformer's continued growth. Make a special donation today, and further support our ongoing work connecting and promoting emerging visual artists in DC & beyond.
DONATE ONLINE HERE
DOWNLOAD A DONATION FORM HERE
OR CONTACT TRANSFORMER
at 202.483.1102 and info@transformerdc.org for more information and to make your donation by phone.
XOXO, TRANSFORMER
Thursday, February 14, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
THE LINE DC
1770 EUCLID ST. NW
*FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC* RSVP HERE
Shop 200+ original artworks from Transformer's FlatFile, and make customized V-Day ‘Love Line’ dedications over the Full Service Radio airwaves!
Hear DJ sets by Transformer's Victoria Reis & husband Brian Baker (Bad Religion, Dag Nasty, Minor Threat, Beach Rats & Fake Names), and Full Service Radio's Jack Inslee, spinning eclectic lovers & breakers playlists.
Enjoy drink specials + sweet treats at Brothers & Sisters Bar and A Rake's Progress, and more balloons than you thought might be possible!
2 . 1 7 . 1 8
COMET PING PONG
5037 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008
VIP HOUR: 7:00 - 8:30 PM / PARTY!: 8:30 - 12 :00 AM
Join us for Transformer's 2nd Annual Heartbreaker's Ball - celebrating our love of the emerging artist community and debuting new works from the FlatFile! Launched in spring 2007, Transformer's FlatFile consists of works in a variety of two-dimensional mediums including photography, painting, drawing and printmaking approximately 16x20" in size and smaller. Focused on supporting emerging DMV-based artists, Transformer's evolving FlatFile collection features more than 200 original works.
With your support, proceeds from Transformer's Heartbreakers Ball will go to our continued work of promoting local artists and providing artistic exploration to the DC community and beyond. Now more than ever, our programming is essential for the creative community!
Come celebrate your love of art with us on Valentine's Day weekend!
JUST ANNOUNCED:
MUSIC BY Sasha Lord Presents... DJ Ayes Cold
POP -UP FLATFILE STORE FEATURING NEW WORKS FROM 40+ DMV ARTISTS
TAROT CARD READINGS FROM MADAME + MONSIEUR
COSMIC CONNECTIONS AND CRYSTAL PAIRINGS
BODY PAINTING BY ROSE JAFFE
PHOTO BOOTH
LIVE MUSIC AND SPECIAL GUEST DJS SETS TBA!
Limited number of tickets available, buy your's TODAY!
VIP HOUR
7:00 - 8:30 PM
*INCLUDES PIZZA DINNER AND DRINK PAIRINGS*
VIP TICKETS: $65 SINGLE / $100 COUPLE
Includes: Pizza Dinner Buffet & Dessert Bar, Open Bar, FlatFile first access, and party favors!
PARTY
8:30 - 12:00
PARTY TICKETS: $35 SINGLE / $60 COUPLE
Custom cocktails and brews, Ice Cream & Dessert Bar, access to Flatfile and Party Favors (photo booth, portraits, tarot, etc)
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8 - 11 PM
HYPHEN / 1 4 0 2 O K I E S T. N E
Join us for Transformer's first ever Heartbreakers Ball celebrating the official launch of Transformer's new FlatFile store!
Launched in spring 2007, Transformer's FlatFile consists of works in a variety of two-dimensional mediums including photography, painting, drawing and printmaking approximately 16x20" in size and smaller. Focused on supporting emerging DC based artists, Transformer's evolving FlatFile collection features more than 200 original works.
With your support, proceeds from Transformer's Heartbreakers Ball will go to our continued work of promoting local artists and providing artistic exploration to the DC community and beyond. Now more than ever, our programming is essential for the creative community!
Image Credits: Heartbreakers Ball, 2017. Images by Mukul Ranjan.
'LOVING IN THE TIME OF HATE IS A REVOLUTIONARY ACT'
Come celebrate your love of art with us on Valentine's Day!
Pop-up FlatFile store featuring 50+ DC artists
Kissing booth by Linda Hesh
Site specific installation by joseph orzal
Artwork of Lisa Marie Thalhammer
Performance by Kunj
Stick & Poke tattoos by Eames Armstrong
Installation by Ani Bradberry
DJ sets from Bad Religion's Brian Baker, DJ CUPID w/ Trevor Richards,& DJ Baby Alcatraz !