Category: Announcement
Eastport Gallery reopens
The Eastport Gallery, located in the historic downtown of the island city of Eastport, is now open to the public on a limited basis. Co-op members are thrilled to be able to once again show their works in the gallery space and meet members of the art-loving public. During August and September, the gallery is […]
Maine Crafts Association announces updates and upcoming events
Maine Crafts Association is grateful to be learning how to navigate COVID-19 and see Maine reopening in a thoughtful, careful way. They are also grateful to see the continued efforts, conversations and actions of the communities in support of Black Lives Matter, equality and diversity. MCA is working with its board, staff, members and peers […]
Bristol Road Galleries artists exhibit work in storefront windows
The Bristol Road Galleries artists are exhibiting their artwork in several storefront windows. The Damariscotta Chamber of Commerce issued the invitation to the group to display their work in town, and the artists welcomed the opportunity. The Bristol Road Galleries is a collaboration of four artists: oil painter Will Kefauver, watercolorist Kathleen Horst, sculptor Marnie […]
A New Issue of MMPA Antidote Is Available Online
“It’s always been my philosophy to try to make art out of the everyday and ordinary… it never occurred to me to leave home to make art.” — Sally Mann 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 […]
Pemaquid Group of Artists Launches Notecard Series
The long-standing tradition of exhibiting works by Lincoln County resident artists at Pemaquid Art Gallery has been altered by COVID-19. The gallery will not open at Lighthouse Park this year for its 92nd season, however plein-air events are planned at the park location, and original paintings by member artists are available for purchase at www.pemaquidartgallery.com. […]
Archipelago Reopens and Announces New Book by Ashley Bryan
Archipelago the Island Institute Store, located at 386 Main St. in Rockland, reopened on June 24 and is adhering to the CDC guidelines for the health and safety of its customers and staff. Current hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. As part of its reopening, store is also celebrating the latest […]
Guided Makers Joins Maine Craft Association
Product development and sourcing strategist Rachel Battarbee and technical designer and pattern maker Myranda Caputo combined have 50 years of industry experience on a range of product categories and came together to create Guided Makers. Guided Makers is a new institution member of the Maine Crafts Association. Guided Makers, located in the greater Portland area, […]
CMCA to Reopen July 1
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art in Rockland will reopen to the public on Wednesday, July 1. New hours will be 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Throughout July, a special reopening admission of $5 is offered; CMCA members and children under the age of 18 […]
Maine Crafts Association’s SOURCE + BUY Initiative Connects Consumers with Maine Makers
SOURCE + BUY is the Maine Crafts Association’s initiative to help craft consumers connect with makers and their work during — and beyond — the COVID-19 crisis. The SOURCE+BUY initiative contains the work of 100-plus craft artists from around the state. Consider making your […]
A Virtual Stroll Through The Cynthia Winings Gallery!
Visit the First Floor of the Gallery in Part One of the group exhibition, All Together Now The Gallery is Open Thursday through Saturday, 10:00 – 5:00PM, and by Appointment
