Ecomaine is accepting until 5 p.m. Aug. 23 designs for its Recycling is a Work of Art painting contest. The contest is an opportunity for students, community groups and artists to submit their proposals to paint one of ecomaine’s 22-foot recycling containers with messages of reduction, reuse, recycling and sustainability. Up to six designs will […]
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Longtime illustrator lends expertise to Scarborough library group
The sketching group and their teacher, Michael David Brown, will show and sell their work at an event Saturday.
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Guest artists show contrasting work at Pemaquid
This season’s two new guest artists at the Pemaquid Art Gallery, Brooke Pacy and Carol Wiley, are a study in contrasts in their approach to painting. Pacy works mainly in oils and to a lesser extent, watercolors, and Wiley uses several different media including watercolor, pastel, oil, acrylic and encaustic. They share an interest in […]
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The Maine Millennial: Brunswick’s Spindleworks is a gallery of abilities
It’s inspiring to see the talent and works produced by people often defined by what they can’t do.
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Gala opening set for River Arts members’ show
River Arts at 36 Elm St. in Damariscotta celebrates its artist members with a reception on from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, July 10. The public is invited to the opening of the members’ show to explore the art, meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. This year, River Arts’ walls are filled with the work of […]
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A disappearing Mi’kmaq art form, porcupine quillwork gets renewed attention
The Abbe Museum is showing items from its collection and the work of artisans determined to keep the tradition alive.
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Artist behind Woodstock poster reprinting the famous design in Portland
Arnold Skolnick, who designed the iconic image of a catbird on a guitar, is working with printmaker David Wolfe on a limited-edition version.
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Ricardo Yturregui “Journeys” show at River Arts
River Arts Gallery in Damariscotta will showcase Ricardo Mark Yturregui’s paintings in a solo show in the River Room through July 14. Known primarily for his large pieces of contemporary art, Yturregui’s work is primarily abstract or abstract expressionism. Yturregui was raised in rural Maine and attended the University of Southern Maine, majoring in communications. […]
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How a Midcoast artist reinvented himself in the era of smartphone photography
As smartphone photography become more popularized, professional photographer Mark Royall decided he needed an artistic change.
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Wiscasset Art Walk offers Picnics-to-Go, pop-up bistro
A new feature for Wiscasset Art Walk 2021 is Picnics-To-Go, an easy, affordable way to stave off hunger while enjoying everything the evening event has to offer. Wiscasset restaurants Sarah’s Café, Treats and Mammy’s Bakery will each offer a ‘picnic special’ just for Wiscasset Art Walk. Visitors can visit each restaurant’s website, make a selection […]