Category: openings

“Teapots: Real and Imagined” at CRAFT Gallery

CRAFT Gallery has invited eight artists to exhibit their interpretations of  a teapot. Almost every artist has been challenged to make or design one. “Teapots: Real and Imagined” opens July 6 and runs through August. The studio artists in this show consider the teapot as a functional and sculptural source for inspiration. Every teapot has […]

The Sohns Gallery presents, “Mixed Media Paintings by Ed Carrion”

The Sohns Gallery, located in The Rock & Art Shop at 36 Central Street, presents Mix Media Paintings by Ed Carrion.  Influenced by Gustav Klimt, Ed’s works depict strong women in detailed brightly designed attire set in a mystical settings. His works draw on color, pattern and Nature for inspiration.  Ed Carrion’s works are a true delight to the […]

Celebrate CMCA’s Summer Exhibitions

The Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) in Rockland invites the public to celebrate its summer exhibitions during First Friday Art Walk on July 6, with a reception for the artists from 5-8pm. On view throughout the galleries are new exhibitions showcasing the work of artists John Bisbee, Tom Burckhardt, Jocelyn Lee, and Patricia Brace. A special performance by Brace and […]

Tom Jessen: If/Then exhibition at Black Hole

Tom Jessen: If/Then exhibition at Black Hole, 17 June – 31 July Black Hole presents If/Then. The exhibition will run until 31 July 2017, and showcases the work of Tom Jessen, from Temple, Maine. In his work, Jessen explores form, depth and the nature of the plane, through seemingly simple compositions which engage the audience […]

“Kevin Beers: Points of Light”

Gleason Fine Art‘s July show, “Kevin Beers: Points of Light,” begins June 28 and runs through July 31, with a reception for Kevin on First Friday, July 6, from 5 to 7 pm. As always, the public is invited to stop by the gallery, have a glass of beer or wine, and chat with Kevin, […]

Caldbeck Gallery To Open 3 new solo shows

On July 11, the Caldbeck Gallery, 12 Elm Street in Rockland, will open 3 new solo shows, featuring the work of Kayla Mohammadi of South Bristol ME and Boston MA, Barbara Sullivan of Solon ME, and Jill Madden of Weybridge VT. A reception for the artists will take place on Wednesday, July 11, from 6-8 […]

New Era Gallery’s opens Midsummer Show

New Era Gallery’s Midsummer Show opens July 14 with an artist’s talk at 4:30pm followed by a reception from 5:00-7:00pm. The show features landscapes addressing the frequently asked question – ”What is Vinalhaven like in winter?” in a variety of media by Elaine Austin Crossman. Sculptor Carl Swidorski’s “Quarryman’ series, carved in Vinalhaven granite, reflects […]

Shaw Contemporary Jewelry Presents 2nd Show of the Season

July 5-18  OPENING RECEPTION Thursday, July 5, 5-7PM Pre Columbian Masterpieces: Taino Artifacts with Larry Roberts The Taino people lived in Hispaniola from roughly 1000-1500 AD. They left a brilliant record of astonishing stone artifacts relating to their cosmic beliefs and their consumption of psychoactive drugs. Mr. Roberts will bring a hundred or more of anthromorphic […]

DIAA Presents “The Shape of Waters”

An exhibit of fiber, glass, jewelry, painting, photography and sculpture July 3–15 HOURS: Tuesday–Sunday, 10 AM–5 PM Reception with Artists Sunday, July 8, 3–5 PM Featuring work by: Chuck Collison, Janet Cook, Jill Finsen, Francoise Gervais, Jeri Gillin, Elsie Haley, Cathy Hart, Emily Johansen, Leslie Landrigan, Julia McDonald, Alice McKenna, Carolyn Raedle, David Simonds, Hub […]

Reception for “The Boat Show”

The Kefauver Studio & Gallery presents the opening reception for “The Boat Show” art show on Saturday, July 7th, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Many of the guest artists will be present to meet visitors and discuss their work. Five of the guest artists are new to the gallery with this show. They are Wolfgang […]