Category: Damariscotta

‘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 […]

Pemaquid artists Paul Sherman and Sarah Fisher search for a unique voice

Two members of the Pemaquid Gallery of Artists, Paul Sherman and Sarah Fisher, have constructed their training over the years, working with teachers and mentors, and have been inspired by the art around them. Both are Damariscotta residents. Sherman has pursued art for most of his life, and has also been self-employed in many technical […]

Courthouse Gallery presents ‘Five Maine Artists’

Ellsworth Courthouse Gallery Fine Art will present “Five Maine Artists,” a show highlighting new work by artists living and working in Maine: Philip Frey, Matt Barter, Christina Thwaites, John Neville and Philip Barter.  Three are seasoned artists — Barter (Philip), Neville and Frey — whose work has intrigued audiences for decades, while Thwaites and Barter […]

Painting by Damariscotta’s Kathleen Horst to be featured on HGTV

Watercolorist Kathleen Horst, of Damariscotta, was approached this past summer to paint a portrait of a newly renovated historic home, and that portrait will be featured on HGTV’s new series “Life Under Renovation.” Horst is known for these portraits. She is frequently asked to paint portraits of homes in midcoast Maine, as well as iconic […]

Jan Kilburn’s work offers a peaceful respite

Jan Kilburn, a watercolorist and oil painter based in Damariscotta, is showing her artwork in several Midcoast venues this summer. Kilburn has painted exclusively in watercolor for 30 years but has recently added oil paintings to her body of work. Kilburn’s passion for color gives her paintings a unique quality. “I want you to feel […]

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 […]

Kefauver Offers Art Lessons Virtually and En Plein Air

Will Kefauver, owner of the Kefauver Studio & Gallery, Damariscotta, is offering art lessons in several modes: virtual and plein air, privately and in small groups. As safety restrictions ease, Kefauver will re-introduce classes in his studio. Kefauver conducts virtual lessons via Zoom. Lessons are offered to teens and adults in oils, and all levels […]

Kefauver Studio & Gallery Adds Outdoor Viewing Option

The Kefauver Studio & Gallery, Damariscotta, opened for the 2020 season on June 1, exhibiting work by Will Kefauver. Kefauver has been busy over the winter and spring, creating beautiful new pieces in oil. In addition to the gallery, art will be displayed in a tent on the front lawn, to show additional work and […]

Peggy Farrell Exhibits Watercolors at Miles Hospital through January 1

  The watercolors of New Harbor artist Peggy Farrell are now on display in the Hall Gallery at Miles Hospital in Damariscotta through January 1, 2020.   Peggy Farrell is living proof that childhood dreams can come true.  From earliest childhood in Pennsylvania she has been drawn to artistic pursuits, from crayons and pencils to oils.  […]

‘Little Holiday’ Art Show at The Kefauver Studio & Gallery

The Kefauver Studio & Gallery, Damariscotta, announces the opening of the “Little Holiday” art show. The show opens November 15th and runs until December 15th. The show features new work by oil painter Will Kefauver and the work of his 17 juried guest artists.  This art exhibit is lively! From the delightful animal portraits by […]