Category: Deer Isle

‘Blooms’ exhibit at DIAA

“Blooms” are not only a harbinger of summer, but also the theme of the second show of the 2022 season at the Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery. From June 14 to 26, artists from around the Peninsula will showcase their interpretations of this theme through a variety of mediums. A reception with the artists will […]

‘Wake and Wonder’ at DIAA Gallery

The Deer Isle Artists Association’s first show of the season, “Wake and Wonder,” will run from May 31 to June 12. Artists participating in this show are Ben Appleby-McGuire, David McBeth, Richard Newman, Rochelle Newman, David Simonds and Anne C. Williams. In the Art Rack is work by Adell Donaghue, Katama Murray, Kris Sader and […]

MCA’s Weekend Workshop announced for May

At long last, MCA’s beloved Weekend Workshop is back with three and a half days of your choice of seven workshops, held at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts in Deer Isle. The Workshop will be held May 12 to 15.  Online registration is open. Students select first and second choices for workshops and accommodations, with […]

DIAA hosts holiday popup show

Let the artists of the Deer Isle Artists Association guide you through that most wonderful time of the year as they present their “Holiday Pop-up” from Dec. 3 to 5. Gifts galore await visitors to the Gallery at 15 Main St. in Deer Isle Village, as area artists offer pieces in different mediums that will […]

Last week of ‘Raven’s Call’ exhibit at DIAA

Inspiration abounds when living on a very special island, and the artists of the Deer Isle Artists Association are pleased to share their portrayals of “Island Character” in the final exhibit of the 2021 season, which runs from Oct. 5 to 17. Participating in this show are Ben Appelby-Maguire, Kristie Billings, Adell Donaghue, Mary Eaton, […]

‘Fresh Approach’ group exhibit at the DIAA Gallery

As summer days dwindle, the Deer Isle Artists Association is taking a “Fresh Approach” and will display interesting creations by local Peninsula artists. From Sept. 7 to 19, visitors to the gallery can view work by Ben Appleby-Maguire, Herman James, Sarah Baskin, Jaeohk Keenan, Steve Ettlinger, Jill Finsen, Pat Hreljanovic, Anita Kimball, Megan LeBoutillier, Diane […]

Deer Isle Artists Association presents ‘A Quiet Balance’

The Deer Isle Artists Association brings “A Quiet Balance” to the DIAA Gallery from Aug. 10 to 22, featuring paintings, fiber art, jewelry, photography, pottery, prints and more. Artists from around the peninsula who will show work include Leslie Anderson, Jean Gresham, Cathy Hart, Emily Johansen, Jadyn Ladeau, Alan Flowers, Jeri Gillin, Woodley Osborne and […]

‘Courage’ exhibit at DIAA

DIAA artists have been busy fashioning different forms of media for the show “Courage,” which runs from July 13 to 25 at the Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery. Don Bardole, Mary Eaton, Steve Ettlinger, Avery Falkner, Judith Felch, Jill Finsen, Alan Flowers, Jeri Gillin, Jean Gresham, Cathy Hart, Pat Hreljanovic, Katama Murray, Debra Nygaard, Carol […]

DIAA Gallery hosts annual 12×12 show

  The Deer Isle Artists Association is excited to once more host its annual 12×12 show. As previous visitors know, 12×12 provides the opportunity to purchase art by local artists for the price of $144 plus tax and shipping (12×12!). All 2D work is exactly 12×12, and 3D work does not exceed 12x12x12. The gallery […]

DIAA shows ‘Joyful Measures’

After a stressful year, it is time to find some joy, which is precisely what the Deer Isle Artists Association is doing. “Joyful Measures,” the first show of the summer season, runs June 1 to 13. The gallery will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays, June through October. Mary Eaton, […]