‘Encounters’ is an immersive, multi-sensory art experience for all ages
Mysterious visitors have come to Portland from another world … or time … or dimension … we’re really not sure. They have left behind wondrous pieces of art and technology for us to experience. Come encounter this otherworldly collection of interactive art pieces and learn more about these visitors at “Encounters,” an immersive pop-up art […]
12 X 12 and the 50th Anniversary show at DIAA
The Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery will host two special, one-week shows. First, the annual 12 X 12 (x 12) show will open on July 25 and run through the July 30. This is the time to purchase art at a very enticing price created by both your favorite, as well as new to the […]
Indigo Arts Alliance announces new executive director
Jordia Benjamin was recently appointed new executive director of Indigo Arts Alliance. Benjamin is a respected community engagement specialist, educator and cultural leader. With over a decade in the arts sector working nationally and internationally predominantly in museum education along with teaching college-level coursework, she embodies a commitment to equity, inclusion, empowerment and advocacy for […]
‘Waterways’ at the Central Lincoln County YMCA in Damariscotta
The Midcoast Chapter of the Union of Maine Visual Artists presents “Waterways,” a dynamic, curated collection of artworks celebrating water at the Central Lincoln County YMCA, 525 Main St., Damariscotta, from July 15 to Sept 15. A reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. July 22. Artists with work in the show include […]
The Ogunquit Museum of American Art will host its annual Art By The Sea in August
The Ogunquit Museum of American Art (OMAA) will hold its much-anticipated summer auction and party, Art By The Sea, from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 19. The museum will celebrate its 70th anniversary with live music, dancing, light fare and cocktails. “This will be the birthday celebration of the season,” said Amanda Lahikainen, executive director […]
‘Midsummer’ at New Era Gallery
“Midsummer” at New Era Gallery features the work of François Deschamps and Ron Rosenstock. Dechamps refers to this body of work as “constructions, often with photographs, based on inspiration and materials from the island of Vinalhaven. [They] are concrete poems of ancient dreams.” Rosenstock says of his photography that it is his mission “to be […]
Camden Falls Gallery presents ‘Introductions’
Camden Falls Gallery will open the show “Introductions” on July 20 for the Camden Art Walk, featuring work by three artists who are new to the gallery. Work by Kathleen Denis, who lives on the East Coast of Florida and has a wonderful style in her plein-air painting, will be featured in the show. Her […]
‘SWIM’ at gallery b and new artist-in-residence at The Annex
“SWIM,” an exhibition of artists contemplating the mysteries of water and how we move through it, opens July 21 at gallery b with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. The show continues through Aug. 6, featuring work by artists Molly Dwyer, Lisa Tyson Ennis, Megan Magill, Bill Mayher, Basha Olson, Gail Page, Annie Poole […]
Opening reception at Artemis Gallery
Artemis Gallery will host a new group show featuring work by five artists beginning July 20, with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Meet the artists, and enjoy refreshments and fine art. The show will be on display through Aug. 2. This show features variations on the Maine landscapes that surround us by artists […]
‘Allen Island Paintings’ at Jean Kigel Studio + Gallery in Waldoboro
“Allen Island Paintings” will be featured at Jean Kigel Studio + Gallery at 1396 Back Cove Road, Waldoboro. Last month, Kigel was among 11 artists chosen to travel to Allen Island, now Colby College’s Island Campus, to explore and create art. On this summer’s rare blue-sky day, Kigel painted a cluster of buildings created by […]
