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PublishedNovember 25, 2024
A powerful show at MECA&D raises questions about the display of art
'Objects and Power' at the Portland art college's Institute of Contemporary Art explores repatriation, museum curatorial practices and much more.
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PublishedJune 10, 2024
MECA&D alums support current students through annual Collect Art Show
The show and sale, featuring 425 pieces of art, takes place this week.
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PublishedApril 29, 2024
Maine College of Art & Design presents 2024 fashion show
The show, featuring the work of 22 students, is sold out but can be viewed from the sidewalk during the First Friday Art Walk.
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PublishedJanuary 24, 2023
Two artists with Maine ties win $50,000 fellowships from national organization
Conceptual fiber artist Bukola Koiki and writer Alex Marzano-Lesnevich are among 45 recipients of the awards from United States Artists.
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PublishedJanuary 10, 2023
Maine College of Arts and Design’s local impact? There’s a map for that
An illustrated map highlights spots in Portland where MECA&D community members have made their mark.
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PublishedJanuary 2, 2022
Facing an existential crisis, some colleges do something increasingly rare: Adapt
Schools such as the Maine College of Art & Design are confronting demographic realities that have been shrinking enrollment in higher education for 10 years.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2021
In latest pivot, Salt Institute adds a focus on podcasting
The school for documentary-making, now part of Maine College of Art & Design, continues to forge its future by adapting.
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PublishedSeptember 6, 2021
Rangeley teen’s intensely personal artwork brings her to art school and a Times Square billboard
Beginning with an art contest in her hometown, Sophie Chu-O'Neil has made her way to Maine College of Art and Design in Portland and into a summer internship in New York City.
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PublishedJuly 17, 2021
Highlights from the Loquat Pop-Up Shop at MECA
The Loquat Pop-Up Shop is open every day until the end of August from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 522 Congress St.
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PublishedApril 16, 2021
MECA students challenge college’s concerns about Portland social service plan
They say statements by Maine College of Art officials about Portland's plan to consolidate social services and public health programs near a proposed dorm reflect classism and disrespect people experiencing homelessness.
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