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Monday Morning Art School: what is alla prima painting?
by Carol L. Douglas Occasionally, I’ll hear someone fumble for a description of a painting and come up with plein-air style. Plein air isn’t a style or technique; it simply means painting outdoors instead of in a studio. Plein air allows an artist to capture natural light and colors from direct observation, and it’s a […]
North Light Gallery, 18 years in Millinocket, now reborn in Belfast
North Light Gallery has been reborn in Belfast. Reopened in April and located at 171 High Street, many of the artists have followed the gallery from the Katahdin region to the coast, the result being a mix of Maine imagery. Twelve artists, including the owner, Marsha Donahue, exhibit this variety of Maine imagery, […]
UMVA presents “The Carlo Pittore Costume Ball and Art Auction”
50th Anniversary Gala Set for Maine’s Longest Running Artists Group With a theme of “Express Yourself” the Union of Maine Visual Artists (UMVA) will host a 50th year Gala on August 3, 2024 at Merrymeeting Hall, 27 Main St., Bowdoinham from 6 to 11 PM. Titled “The Carlo Pittore Costume Ball and Art Auction”, […]
Local Color Gallery open for Belfast’s Fourth Friday Art Walk
Local Color Gallery invites the public to join us Friday, June 28, for Belfast’s Fourth Friday Art Walk. We will feature our popular guest artist, Liz Prescott, who recently returned from a painting trip to Croatia […]
‘Far East to Down East II’ is an artistic adventure from Asia at MOTHERS Art Gallery
MOTHERS Art & Antique Gallery announces its 2024 exhibition schedule and the grand opening of its new second floor gallery from 4 to 6 p.m. June 2, which will double the amount of exhibition space. • MAY: “Far East to Down East II: Contemporary Japanese Art, and Water!!!” • JUNE: “In the Footsteps of John […]
Jadyn LaDeau January’s Artist in Residence at Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery
Jadyn LaDeau will usher in 2024 as January’s Artist in Residence at the Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery. A native of Deer Isle, Jadyn is a talented artist who utilizes a variety of mediums and materials in her work. She will be at the DIAA Gallery at 15 Main Street in Deer Isle Village most […]
Helene Farrar Art hosts open studio
Helene Farrar will host an open studio from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 8 at her studio in Manchester as part of a statewide event called Maine Craft Weekend. Come by to see art, meet the artist, and get some coffee or wine, donuts, cider, and hear live music. At 1 p.m., Farrar will […]
MaineTransNet’s Annual Art Auction
MaineTransNet’s Annual Art Auction showcases Maine-based trans-identified artists each year. This year, seventeen artists are showcasing a range of paintings, collages, pottery, prints, jewelry, embroidery, and more. Artworks can be viewed in person on the second floor of the Equality Community Center, located at 15 Casco Street, Portland, or online at https://equalitycommunitycenter.betterworld.org/auctions/maine-transnet-2023-art-auction. The auction is […]
Discovering your creative potential while maximizing your earning potential
By Abby Holt As a creative, you know that your work is unique and special. But how can you get your work out into the world and make sure it reaches the right people? Here is some sound advice that will help you make it in business as a creative. CRAFT A BUSINESS PLAN The […]
