Art

Joan Wright, Fishweir #9, 30” x 51”, archival print. (Photo courtesy Rockland Main Street)

Friday, August 1, beginning at 4 p.m., galleries and art museums throughout Rockland will celebrate the fourth First Friday Art Walk of the 2025 season.

"Art in the Time of Corona" - 2020 - revisited 2025 is one of 20 works in David Estey's solo show at Studio 53 opening Aug. 1. Courtesy of the artist

“David Estey Reengaged” is a solo exhibit of 20 paintings by the Belfast, Maine artist, after a two-year hiatus leading the nonprofit Union of Maine Visual Artists (UMVA). The paintings are…

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On Saturday, Aug. 2, at 10:30 a.m., the Jackson Memorial Library, in Tenants Harbor, will host “Annie Higbee: The Hummingbird & the Narwhal,” a reading and…

art opening on Saturday, August 2
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"A powerful blend of art, science, and student engagement is coming to life in Midcoast Maine through Project Sturgeon Bride, a collaborative effort by local artist Julie Crane, eighth grade…

Port Clyde Dolls. (Photo courtesy Port Clyde Fisherman Doll Fair)

The annual Port Clyde Fisherman Doll Fair will be held Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

"The Pirates have seized the day," said Kimberly…

Susan A. Cooney "Little Russ Island Stonington". (Photo courtesy Gravediggers Daughter)

WALDOBORO — Join Artwalk Waldoboro for the heat of summer, Friday, July 25, from 4 -7 p.m. The night features open studios…

All picnic profits and donations benefit art projects and library purchases for war-affected children in Armenia
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"The rich and ancient culture of Armenia thrives in Maine on the last Sunday of July each year in the form of a Garden Picnic," said 

All Maine artists and artisans who work in wood are encouraged to apply
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The Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Rockport, announces a statewide call for entries for the tenth juried Maine Wood biennial. The exhibition, which takes…

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Volunteers are organizing a Paint Night, 6 to 7:30 p.m., to be held at American Flatbread Pizza, 399 Commercial Street, in Rockport, July 22, to benefit the Jean H. Kislak Community…

walk the 2.3-mile Langlais Woodland Trail
Forest Geometries installation by Gina Siepel at Georges River Land Trust's Langlais Art Preserve. (Photo by Ethan Thombs, @thombsphotography)

The Langlais Art Preserve is exhibiting Forest Geometries, a site-specific installation by Massachusetts-based interdisciplinary artist and woodworker Gina Siepel. Consisting of five large-scale…

Meet these artists at the opening celebration, July 18
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Salt Pond Studio, in Friendship, presents “The Friendship Show," July 16 - 27, 2025.

More than 12 Friendship…

the balance of stillness and movement, the dance of life
With Ease by Sue Vittner, acrylic. (Photo courtesy Local Color Gallery)

Sue Vittner will be a guest artist at Local Color Gallery from Tuesday, July 22 through Sunday, August 17. She will give an artist’s talk at 5:30 p.m. during Belfast’s Fourth Friday Artwalk on…

same name, lived in same locations, same interests, different artistic styles
Elizabeth Reed, "I've been thinking 'Ruth'" oil on linen. (Photo courtesy Arts In The Barn/Cushing Historical Society)

Arts In The Barn exhibits “Elizabeth and Elizabeth: Painters from parallel lives,” August 1 - 3, 2025, with an opening celebration Friday, Aug. 1, 2025, from 5 - 7…

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This Sunday, help construct street puppets for the Community Puppet Lending Library at Arts in Action's Sunday Studio, a free all-ages art workshop at the Flanagan Community Center, in Rockland.…

Arthur Schaefer, "Goose", oils. (Photo courtesy Arts In The Barn/ Cushing Historical Society)

Arts In The Barn/ Cushing Historical Society presents “The Wildlife Show”, a community exhibition of wildlife in sculpture, photographs, paintings, found objects and of many kinds of creatures,…

outside music, food truck, children's activities, socializing
Brian Rego, Encircled, oil on linen. (Photo courtesy Carver Hill Gallery)

Carver Hill Gallery welcomes the public for a Third Thursday artist reception for three new shows of work by Brian Rego, Megan Magill and America Martin. 

Happy New Year, Carol L. Douglas, oil on archival canvasboard. (Photo courtesy Carol Douglas)

Shine up your sequins and dust off your platform shoes. Lone Pine Real Estate presents Disco Fever, a night of art, glitter, groove and good vibes, July 17, 2025, from 5 - 7 p.m., at 19 Elm St.,…

fundraiser culminates with a small reception, Aug. 3
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The Camden Public Library announces Art in the Stacks, a new summer fundraiser based on Camden on Canvas with a fresh look and feel. Art in the Stacks is a silent auction, held from July 20 to…

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Islesboro Arts & Crafts Show will be held at the Islesboro Historical Society, 338 Main Rd, Islesboro at the following dates and times:

Friday, August 1, from…

Tide Unbound, graphite on Bristol Board, 2025 by Jon Mort. (Photo courtesy Karen Adams)

Jon Mort will host his annual summer open studio “Tide Unbound” on August 2 and 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Fieldstone…

Sun Moon and Stars, multimedia 2025 by Greg Mort. (Photo courtesy Karen Adams)

Greg Mort will unveil his 2025 Sculpture series “The Third Dimension” on August 2 and 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 129 Marshall Pt…

Jessica Straus, OH EARTH, wood, paint, inkjet on paper. (Photo courtesy Triangle Gallery)

Triangle Gallery will feature three shows during Rockland's ArtWalk on July 11: Susan Groce and Land(e)scapes, Jessica Straus and Homesick, and a group show of TG artists.

Susan Groce's…

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The Friends of Rockland Public Library are hosting an Open Air Market on the Rockland Library lawn, plus a used Book Sale in the Library’s Community Room, on Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p…

pre-register required
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Belfast Free Library is providing a chance for 7-10 year-olds to create an owl from a towel with artist Toki Oshima. The event will be held, Tuesday, July 29, from 12 -…

With color and careful observation, they capture moments and tell a story
Sophie Cangelosi, Cutting Potatoes in Front of a Lilac Portal, acrylic on birch panel, 24x36". (Photo courtesy Page Gallery)

CAMDEN — Page Gallery presents "Into the Wilds," an exhibition of paintings from Sophie Cangelosi and Breehan James.

The show highlights two artists who invite…

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Midsummer I at New Era Gallery on Vinalhaven will feature the work of botanical artist Curly Lieber and painter Heather Reeves Blake.  Lieber works with graphite on paper and…

“Brilliant Day at Sand Beach” oil on canvas, 11x14, by Susan Dowley. (Photo courtesy Kramer Gallery)

“Maine Summer” exhibit of oil paintings by Susan Dowley will be on display in the Kramer Gallery of the Belfast Free Library through August 18, 2025. 

Susan Dowley, of Hope, is a…

Cast and crew of the musical, “If a Tree Falls.” L top to R bottom: Vin Phelps Sholtz, Jack Conway, Sarah Wilcox-Hughes, Ava Trout, Etta Hughes, Neil Jacobs, Maria Jacobs, Malaya Moores, Isla Hughes, Allison Pyo, Mo Lotman, and Armonie Cohen-Salal (Photo courtesy Sasha Kutsy)

The production team of "If a Tree Falls: A New Musical" announces the cast and crew of its August…

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A movie written, directed, and filmed locally will premiere at The Strand Theater in Rockland on Friday, July 5. Rivers Edge has been a labor of love for…

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Cushing resident Jeff Epstein will present on his more than 30 years' painting, July 9, at 7 p.m., at the Meeting House on Hathorne Point Road. While working on his MFA at…

Michele Kirchner at low tide. (Photo by Amanda LaBelle)

Mixed media artist Michele Kirchner will open her second solo exhibition on July 20, at the North Haven Gallery, with a reception to follow on July 22.…

"Jack Rabbit Suite" by Stew Henderson. (Photo provided by Rockland Main Street)

On Friday, July 11, beginning at 4 p.m., galleries and art museums throughout Rockland will be celebrating the third First Friday Art Walk of the season. Though…

using a unique method of sandblasting
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The Lincolnville Historical Society is hosting an artist's open house, Sunday, July 6, from 2 to 4 p.m., featuring local artist Tom Hardy. Light refreshments will be served.

opening reception July 12
Shannon Westphal. (Photo courtesy Trove)

Trove presents Shapes and Spaces, a new solo exhibition featuring contemporary, minimalist landscapes by Maine-based artist Shannon Westphal. The show…

artist reception July 17
Duck Island 3 by Susan Cooney. (Photo courtesy Waldo Theatre Gallery)

The Waldo Theatre Gallery presents graphite drawings and giclée prints by Susan A. Cooney. This show, “Texture and Light,” will be open to the public…

'Heavy Light'
Work by Noah Stitt. (Photo courtesy Rockport Public Library)

From July 3 through August 28, the Rockport Public Library will host an art show of works by abstract artist Noah Stitt. The exhibit, “Heavy Light,” features paintings and sculpture exploring play…

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The long-running Camden Harbor Arts Fair returns for a two day art exhibit and sale along with live music, the Camden Public Library’s used book sale, and an…

'Tonic of the Woods Handcrafts Tiny Worlds, Timeless Stories'
A Cozy Book Nook featuring a 1906 illustrated diary as the backdrop. (Photo courtesy Tonic of the Woods)

For the month of July, the Rockland Public Library’s display cases host the works of Tonic of The Woods, featuring hand-crafted shadowboxes and miniature literary…

an ongoing dialogue with the environment and an exploration of the uneasy relationship between the organic and the man-made
Watercolor by Stephen Teichman. (Photo courtesy The Craignair Gallery)

The Craignair Gallery invites the public to the Opening Reception of an exhibition of fine art entitled A Brush With…

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WALDOBORO — Artwalk Waldoboro opens its doors Friday, June 27, from 4 - 7 p.m., for open studios, demonstrations, art…

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Stephanie Rayner, Dialogue of The Two Chief World Systems. Meteorite on a bronze base; gilded birdcage with wasp’s nest; graduated ladder of red wishbones. (Photo courtesy Parsonage Gallery)

The Parsonage Gallery launches its fourth summer season with its annual summer group exhibition with artists from across the Northeast and a solo exhibition by…

Laura Waller Studio. (Photo courtesy Amy Files)

Lincoln Street Center will open its historic building to the public for its first summer open studios and second event of the year, Saturday, July 12, from 12 - 4 p.m., at 24 Lincoln Street Center…

Katherine Ferrier Studio. (Photo courtesy Lincoln Street Center)

Lincoln Street Center will be opening its historic building to the public for the second open studios of the year, Saturday, July 12, from 12 - 4 p.m. The publicis…

(Photo courtesy Alice Seeger)

A Grand Opening will be held for Stone Coast Weaving School, a new educational organization in Midcoast Maine dedicated to preserve, promote, and teach the craft of hand-weaving to all…

"Fanfare” hand colored etching by Michèle O’Keefe. (Photo courtesy New Era Gallery)

New Era Gallery, at 60 Main Street in Vinalhaven, presents an Early Summer Show from June 21 through July 6, 2025. The group show features new works by gallery artists, in a variety of media,…

Islands by Marguerite Lawler, 30 x 40”, oil. (Photo courtesy Local Color)

Painter Marguerite Lawler will give an artist talk during an opening reception for her work during Belfast’s Fourth Friday Art Walk, June 27. The reception is from 4 - 7…

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People ages 18 and up are invited to practice using poetry as a starting point for works of art, Tuesday, June 24, at 5:30 p.m., in the Community Room at…

Artist Reception July 5
Raymond Mathis, Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road, stash box,  bronze, steel, and vintage toy. (Photo courtesy Salt Pond Studio)

"Then and Now," an exhibition of sculpture and decorative and utilitarian work by metal artist Raymond Mathis, opens on Thursday, June 19, at Salt…

Center for Maine Contemporary Art, Rock City Café, Erickson Fields Preserve
ArtLab’s OUT Maine Window Display June 2025. (Photo courtesy CMCA)

ROCKLAND and ROCKPORT — OUT Maine has partnered with Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) and Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) to bring LGBTQIA2S+ youth art and…

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School age kids are invited to a 3-day workshop with local artist Susan Beebe, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, June 23, 24, and 26, from 6 - 7 p.m., at Rockland Public Library. Youth will design,…