River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work for a juried show of all abstract art. The drop-off deadline for submission is 4 p.m. on Aug. 16. The theme “abstract” showcases the strength and diversity of abstract art flourishing in Maine. The call for submissions is open to all media, including but not limited to […]
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Gleason Fine Arts in Boothbay Harbor hosts two brand-new solo art exhibitions focused on water
Artists Henry Isaacs and Jessica Lee Ives open new one-person shows this week at Gleason Fine Art in Boothbay Harbor. Isaacs’ “Harbors and Islands” and Ives’ “Immersed” run through Sept. 2. An opening reception is from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at the gallery, 31 Townsend Ave. At first glance, the paintings of Isaacs and […]
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How she loves her quilts of many colors: Merrymeeting Arts Center displays Maine quilter’s creations
Maine Modern Quilts co-founder Janet Clement’s work will be displayed in “Kaleidoscope Quits” at the Merrymeeting Arts Center in Bowdoinham during August. An opening reception will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at the gallery, 9 Main St. Hundreds of small bits of many colors of fabric make up Clement’s work. Using the “refractive […]
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Thornton Oaks in Brunswick presents new photography exhibition by former Times Record editor
A new exhibition at Thornton Oaks Retirement Community in Brunswick will feature works by a former editor of The Times Record, James McCarthy. McCarthy will present a talk on his photography show “The world on my doorstep — far and near” at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7., in the Merrymeeting Room. A public reception with […]
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Art steamrolls into Portland at annual Print Jam
The seventh annual event from local studio Running With Scissors brought industrial-sized woodblock printmaking to the Portland arts scene.
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Wiscasset Bay Gallery to present ‘The Evolution of Light and Color’ exhibition
“The Evolution of Light and Color: American and European Realism to Post-Impressionism” will open at the Wiscasset Bay Gallery on Thursday, July 31. The opening evening of the exhibition will coincide with the July Wiscasset Village Art Walk when the village comes alive with musical performances, street vendors and gallery openings from 4-7 p.m. Exploring […]
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‘Paint It! Maine’ at Wiscasset gallery features 25 Maine artists
A select group of 25 Maine artists from 25 towns have been toting their easels throughout the state this month as they create their entries for Maine Art Gallery’s annual plein air exhibition. Their work will be on sale from July 31 through Aug. 24. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through […]
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Wiscasset gallery to host meet-the-artist reception for ‘Golden Horizons’ exhibition
Sylvan Gallery invites the public to a reception to meet artist Paul Batch from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in conjunction with its current exhibition, “Golden Horizons: The Sunsets and Moonrises of Paul Batch.” The event coincides with Wiscasset Art Walk, during which the gallery will also be displaying new work from its regular roster […]
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Portland printmaker Ana Inciardi’s viral machines let you own art for just $1
Inciardi, known for her $1 mini print vending machines all over the country, has a new collaboration with renowned children’s illustrator Richard Scarry.
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Design chosen for the revamp of iconic Biddeford Five Points sign
After a months-long search, local artist Victoria Gordon’s design was selected.