“As a general theme, I have been thinking about the fun side of isolation and all the hidden or guarded spaces that exist,” shares Kohler. “Treehouses in the woods, hidden beaches, or even personal watercraft. These are places to be alone and reflect.”
Author: Maine Art
Trial and Error – The Process of David Witbeck
I guess there’s something to be said for making sure the drawing is just right before applying paint,” explains Witbeck. “However, my brain doesn’t seem to work that way. I tend to find the painting through trial and error on the canvas.”
The Kennebunks are Still Painting the Town Red in 2021
“Beyond friends, family, and pets, I bet a lot of what you love is what you’ve found here in the Kennebunks: a home and an awesome community,” shares Dolce. “Well, to keep this community awesome, especially in these challenging times, we need to show some LOVE to our local businesses.”
Art to Go on Maine Art Hill
For many small businesses, this will be a way to stay connected to clients. We have an incredible website full of high-resolution images, artist bios, and insights and stories from our artists. With a simple phone call or email, we can share a great deal without you ever leaving your home. We offer many ways to help you through this and are open to other ideas.
Annual Custom Framing Sale at Maine Art Hill 2021
Traditionally, folks flock to our frame shop in Kennebunk, Maine every February to take advantage of our Annual 25% off Framing Sale. This year will be no different, but with a few tweaks and twists.
My Birds – Insight From Artist David Jacobson
My goal is to capture the gesture of the bird. It’s its essence. I am not concerned with details of the eyes or feathers, for example—more, of the form of flight. My recent wall piece of assembled birds of various colors at Maine Art Hill is a good example of what I am after. Each bird is interesting, in and of its self, and together forms a more intricate sculpture. The birds are placed in a formation that is influenced by observed birds in flight. Angling up, lifting off, soaring. Actual colorings influence the birds’ patterns and colors, but the birds are representational of actual birds.
Save the Date – Summer of 2021 Schedule for Maine Art Hill
The 2021 Summer Show Schedule is set, and we couldn’t wait to share the excitement with all of you. We know how quickly summer calendars fill up, so be sure to pencil us in.
White House Blue Roof – Bethany Harper Williams Fall Favorite on Maine Art Hill
“Part of the new series I’ve been exploring, Near and Far, is where I crop off something large and usually graphic in the foreground, then have some detail that pulls the eye to the background,” explains artist Bethany Harper Williams. “I love the contrast of the bold, architectural, graphic, simplistic feel of the house with the serene, calm feel of the water and the activity of the kids on the beach.”
Prelude Pop Up with Cartoonist Ron Campbell
Cartoonist RON CAMPBELL BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE ANIMATOR BEATLES SATURDAY MORNING TV CARTOON SERIES DIRECTOR EXHIBITING & TALKING CARTOONS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 – SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 The legendary animator will be exhibiting Beatles cartoon pop artwork as well as other beloved cartoon characters that encompass his 50-year career in Children’s Television, such as Scooby-Doo, the Smurfs,… Read more »
Off the Trail – Liz Hoag’s Fall Favorite on Maine Art Hill
Liz Hoag | Off the Trail #2 | Acrylic on Canvas | 24″ X 24″ | $1600 Liz Hoag | Off the Trail #1 | Acrylic on Canvas | 18″ X 18″ | $1000 “Off the Trail is my favorite piece in the gallery right now,” shares artist Liz Hoag. “It really reminds me of a… Read more »