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MCA Essay Series: What Maine Craft Means to Me
By Nisa Smiley At first glance, the word “craft” brings to mind modesty and simplicity and yet, it encompasses so much more. Craft is universal. Human history is rich with craft traditions, livelihoods, and artifacts, collectively telling the stories of who we were, then and there. Any time functional objects were needed, from dishes to […]
New issue of MMPA Antidote now available online
In response to COVID-19 stay-at-home orders and local closings, the Maine Museum of Photographic Arts in Portland began creating the online series MMPA Antidote, which includes photographic artwork, audio interviews, and artist statements and reflections from Maine artists, aimed to serve as inspiration during times of isolation. Published bi-weekly, Antidote features contemporary photographers and interviews […]
Artists & Makers Week
Archipelago presents the annual Artists & Makers Week this year from April 5 to 9, held entirely virtually online. This weeklong, all-virtual format will feature a variety of live and pre-recorded events and web-based resources to support Maine artists, makers and the arts-based businesses that make up the state’s creative economy. Highlights this year include […]
Maine Arts Commission Awards $127,000 in COVID Relief
The Maine Arts Commission announces more than $127,000 in economic aid will be distributed directly to artists and cultural organizations. By creating two new grants, the Resilience Artist grant and the Organization Relief Grant, the Arts Commission is able to award $36,000 to individual artists and $91,436 to support arts organizations who are experiencing economic […]
Archipelago celebrates springtime
Spring forward! It’s a great time to look ahead, and Archipelago is doing just that. Staff is receiving new items from artists and makers each day that will be available online and in the store. On Main Street in Rockland, staff has painted the walls, are training new team members, and will open the doors […]
Caldbeck Gallery presents ‘“Heaven and Earth’
Caldbeck Gallery presents the virtual exhibit “Heaven and Earth,” featuring artists David Raymond, John Wissemann and John Woolsey. View the e-catalog at https://mcusercontent.com/c6bdac10295726afaab4a2246/files/6d7026b6-95ea-424c-a063-307f5779437f/Raymond_Wissemann_Woolsey_2021_ecatalog.01.pdf. Caldbeck Gallery is at 12 Elm St., Rockland. Gallery hours are by chance or appointment at [email protected]. For more information, go to www.caldbeck.com, or call 207-594-5935.
CMCA’s ArtLab for All Ages to be held April 3
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art invites artists of all ages to take part in an ArtLab for All Ages workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. April 3 on Facebook Live. Led by ArtLab educator Alexis Iammarino, participants will create photographic collages using image transferring techniques. Taking inspiration from the multi-media practice of Biennial Artist […]
Eastport launches online exhibit featuring work by gallery members
The Eastport Gallery’s online spring show runs April 2 to June 17, featuring works by 16 gallery members online at www.eastportgallery.com. The gallery at 109 Water St., Eastport, will open for the summer season on June 5. This virtual show provides a taste of what you will see in person this summer.
Lights Out Gallery showcases artist David Estey
Watch the recording of artist David Estey being interviewed in his studio by Lights Out Gallery. They “beautifully capture the essence of what my work is about and what I have to say about artmaking,” Estey says.
Full Fathom Five Gallery will open to visitors in May
Full Fathom Five Gallery is getting ready for visitors in May and will introduce new artists as well as showcase work from all it artists. Three new artists are Christina Thwaites, Olga Merrill and Sandra Leinonen Dunn. Christina Thwaites is a British painter, based in Orono. “My work explores the places and faces around me […]
