Category: Gardiner

‘Hidden in the Wood’ at Monkitree

Monkitree invites you to visit its latest show, “Hidden in the Wood,” featuring woodturners Dennis Curtis, Lanny Dean and Glen Glazier, woodcarvers Jonathan Leach and Sally Abrahamson and paintings by Jonathan Christopher. An artist reception will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 12.  Trees continue to tell their story and those who work […]

Artwalk Gardiner returns for its 17th year

Join the Gardiner creative community for a lively summer evening of art and celebration during Artwalk Gardiner from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 18. The evening will feature unique works by blooming and established local artists, ranging from painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, handmade books, jewelry, textiles and sculpture. The artists and their works will be […]

Michael Gent exhibits ‘Reawakening’ at Monkitree

“Reawakening,” a show of works by Michael Gent of Gardiner, is on exhibit at Monkitree. The show opened June 16 with a reception and runs through Aug. 12. Gent views every painting as a chance to hone techniques and a chance to step into a space and create a story. “The act of painting or […]

David Greenham appointed executive director of Maine Arts Commission

The Maine Arts Commission appointed David Greenham to a five-year term as executive director during its regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 17. Greenham of Gardiner has worked as interim executive director of the state arts agency since January 2021, when he transitioned from his role as chairman of the commission to help lead the agency […]

The Holiday Pottery Shop has returned to Monkitree

Located at 263 Water Street in downtown Gardiner, Monkitree gallery offers handmade gifts by local artists and craftspeople. Monkitree will be open for business during Artwork Gardiner from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 2. Meet some of the Central Maine Clay Artists during this fun event featuring local artists and businesses in downtown Gardiner. Call […]

‘Shapeshifter’ exhibit by Chelsea Ellis, Whitney Gill and Allison McKeen

“Shapeshifter” highlights work by Chelsea Ellis, Whitney Gill and Allison McKeen and their exploration of shapes through ceramics, photography and painting. In each artist’s work, one can see recognizable shapes transformed- from circles to the human form. The show runs from Sept. 9 to Oct. 29 at Monkitree in Gardiner. In Gill’s ceramic forms, broad […]

ARTWALK GARDINER is Back!

ARTWALK GARDINER will continue in its 16th year on Friday, August 19, in artists’ studios, galleries, shops and other venues throughout Historic Downtown Gardiner. The event will feature unique works of art ranging from paintings, printmaking, photography, ceramics, handmade books, jewelry, textiles, live chain stitching, woodwork, and sculpture. First launched in 2005 by Artdogs Studios […]

‘Rejuvenation’ group exhibit at Monkitree

Monkitree invites the public to “Rejuvenation,” a show of works by eight local artists. In Maine, thoughts of spring revive us, even if it doesn’t yet feel like spring. With “Rejuvenation,” artists are sharing, through their art, what reinvigorates them. While nature is a common theme — early blooms, fresh green landscapes, wildlife — sometimes […]

Karina Steele solo exhibition at MCA

Shop Maine Craft presents an exhibition of work by Karina Steele at the Center for Maine Craft, 24 Service Plaza Dr, West Gardiner. Karina Steele is a woodworker based in Camden. From hand-carved household kitchen objects to sculptural wall hangings, Karina’s work scales from large installations in commercial spaces to kitchen and home goods. The […]

Shop Maine Craft offers Dasher Delivery of Maine-made crafts

Shop Maine Craft is shining up its sleigh in preparation to deliver handcrafted goodies to the locals this December! With expected mail delays on the horizon, they wanted to create a new way to reliably send and receive Maine-made gifts. Not only are you guaranteed to receive your order in a timely manner, but it’s […]