Category: Rockland
Landing Gallery exhibits solo show by painter Lisa Kyle
Landing Gallery announces the opening of “Seasons of Beauty,” a solo exhibition of 59 new paintings by Lisa Kyle, on view from May 4 to 28. Kyle will be in the gallery from 5 to 7 pm. May 6 to share her inspiration and answer questions about her creative process. “After living in Maine full […]
CMCA Adult Abstract Painting Workshop
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) invites you to join us for Abstract Painting, A Celebration of Place our Adult Workshop with artist and educator Karen Jelenfy. Explore abstract painting that draws inspiration from landscapes rooted in a celebration of place. During this one day class (lunch break 12-1pm), participants will reference works currently on view at CMCA along with masterworks by Andrew Wyeth, Chaim Soutine, […]
Archipelago is open and ready for spring
After two months of hard work behind the scenes, Archipelago is open and ready for spring. Staff has made several changes inside the Rockland location, including new artwork in the store and gallery, new products from artists and, most exciting, a fresh new wall map with information about Archipelago and the Island Institute. Stop into […]
March ArtLab for All Ages
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art invites you to join guest artist Alanna Hernandez in an in-person ArtLab for All Ages Abstract Mandalas, 2 to 4 p.m. March 5. Taking inspiration from the work of Will Sears and Grace DeGennaro in the current CMCA exhibition “Walk the Line,” Hernandez will lead participants to form abstract, […]
CMCA Announces 2023 Biennial Dates
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) announced that the next iteration of its popular biennial will take place from January 28 – May 7, 2023. As always, CMCA’s 2023 Biennial will be dedicated to the work of Maine and Maine-connected artists and will be on view in all CMCA galleries. The highly anticipated survey exhibition showcases work in […]
Every Tree Tells A Story at CMCA ArtLab
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art’s (CMCA) ArtLab is collaborating with environmental artist Pamela Moulton to create elements for her upcoming public art project, Every Tree Tells A Story, which will be presented at a TBA venue in Portland, Maine later this year. Join us to create artwork that will be added to Moulton’s installation, including painting buoys, weaving materials […]
Virtual ArtLab for All Ages
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art invites you to explore the expressive power of creating art using straight lines during our ArtLab for All Ages. Our virtual ArtLab will stream live on Facebook from 2 to 4 p.m Feb. 5 and will be led by CMCA’s community educator and Arts@Work mentor Alexis Iammarino. Taking inspiration […]
CMCA announces 2022 winter/spring exhibitions
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art announces four winter/spring exhibitions that opened to the public on Jan. 29 and remained on view through May 8. Related events, including artist talks and an artists reception, will be announced in the coming weeks. Nicola López | Visions, Phantoms, and Apparitions Marilyn Moss Rockefeller Lobby + Karen and […]
Contemporary Art in Context: MAEA Workshop
In support of the Maine Arts Education Association (MAEA), the Center for Maine Contemporary Art is offering a full-day hands-on professional workshop for Maine educators exploring the 2021 fall exhibits. The cost is $50 for CMCA or MAEA members, who are invited to register by Dec. 10. The workshop will be held from 9:30 a.m. […]
CMCA Holiday Pop-Up offers food, art, sales
CMCA will open its doors for a day of holiday festivities from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 11. The event will feature free admission, special one-day-only discounts in the gift shop, a free art making workshop, treats and more. CMCA’s Holiday Pop-Up is a celebration of art and community during the winter season. Guests […]