Tag: craft
CMCA’s ArtLab for All Ages to be held in-person on July 2
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) invites youth and adults of all ages to take part in an ArtLab for All Ages workshop on July 2. Join Lead Educator Mia Bogyo to explore your dreams through imaginary landscapes. Drawing from Will o’ the Wisp, the whimsical, psychedelic installation organized by artists Joy Feasley and […]
Notecards sets by Maine artists available at Pemaquid Art Gallery
The Pemaquid Group of Artists initiated the sale of notecards last year during the pandemic-forced closure of the gallery. This summer, the cards are available at the gallery in Lighthouse Park, Bristol. There are two sets of notecards, each consisting of a box of 10 assorted, full-color images by member artists, plus envelopes. The price […]
2021 MCA Guild Fine Craft Show season schedule
Three MCA Guild Fine Craft Shows are planned for 2021 in Bar Harbor (MDI show), Scarborough and Brunswick. The shows feature fine craft artists from the former Maine Crafts Guild juried membership and craft artists who have have been juried into the new Guild level of Maine Crafts Association membership. The shows will also include […]
2021 Guild Fine Craft Show Preview Party
Beginning in 2020, the Maine Crafts Association assumed management of four fine craft shows previously managed by the Maine Crafts Guild. The intent of the shows, as it was under Maine Crafts Guild management, is to nurture a marketplace where the public can see, collect and learn about the highest quality craft objects made by […]
East End Vend outdoor market for artists and foodies returns to Portland
East End Vend is a small and festive outdoor market in Portland for members of the Maine Crafts Association and nonmembers to participate as vendors alongside farmers and foodies. East End Vend markets are typically four hours long, held on multiple dates, and offer a wide variety of art, crafts and other Maine products in […]
Maine Craft Interview Episode 3: Kincaid Pearson Interviews Angela Adams
The Maine Craft Interview Project is a Maine Crafts Association initiative bringing artists at different career points (and sometimes generations) together in an interview led by the emerging artist. The emerging artist designs interview questions and interviews an established artist of their choosing. In its third episode, Kincaid Pearson interviews Angela Adams. Kincaid Person is […]
2021 MCA Guild Fine Craft Shows announces dates and locations
Beginning in 2020, the Maine Crafts Association and the Maine Crafts Guild joined together as one Maine craft organization offering all the programs, events and initiatives previously offered by each separate organization, including the four fine craft shows previously managed by the Maine Crafts Guild. The shows feature fine craft artist exhibitors who are […]
Mother’s Day sale at MCA Retail Gallery
As we approach Mother’s Day and Father’s Day this year, we have much to reflect on. The Maine Crafts Association has missed the familiar faces of its patrons and members as people locked down and changed their lives to become teachers, caregivers and more during the pandemic. Many of you have been the glue holding […]
MCA Essay Series: What Maine Craft Means to Me
By Nisa Smiley At first glance, the word “craft” brings to mind modesty and simplicity and yet, it encompasses so much more. Craft is universal. Human history is rich with craft traditions, livelihoods, and artifacts, collectively telling the stories of who we were, then and there. Any time functional objects were needed, from dishes to […]
Archipelago celebrates springtime
Spring forward! It’s a great time to look ahead, and Archipelago is doing just that. Staff is receiving new items from artists and makers each day that will be available online and in the store. On Main Street in Rockland, staff has painted the walls, are training new team members, and will open the doors […]
