“The broad palette of color and layer upon layer of brush strokes make this show a breath of fresh air in itself,” says John Spain, owner of Maine Art Hill in Kennebunk. “All three artists have captured summer and Maine in paint. Three rooms, three artists. Each artist has a distinct and separate space at the gallery where they are featuring their new works, yet all three culminate into true coastal magic.”
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Embracing Change -Insights from Artist Ellen Welch Granter
“These neon-bright moorings provide such a cool contrast to the foggy coastal air and seas. I love how they glow,” explains Granter. “They are as close to putting down roots as a lot of ocean-going people get. The mooring is home, a safe harbor, a lovely idea during tumultuous times.”
Near and Far – Insights from Artist Bethany Harper Williams
Suddenly, we feel like we are right there, looking out to the beach that is further away. Similarly, with some of the sailing scenes, the viewer has to look past the large section of sail in the foreground to see the boats beyond.
This Artist was Not Born. He was Created. – Artist Insights from Trip Park
“Now, the real challenge is to just keep challenging myself. I paint things that don’t bore me. That’s why I have so many different subject matters,” laughs Park. “I would hate for someone to say ‘Trip paints X, Y or Z.’ I don’t want to be pinned down with one definable thing or another.” This is evident by browsing through Park’s work for his 2020 show.
Artist Demonstration from Karen Bruson
Learn a little about artist Karen Bruson and watch her paint on location at Maine Art Hill in Kennebunk, Maine
A Video Series for Queen Anne’s Lace from Dina Gardner
Dina Gardner is a wonderful pastel artist who is quickly becoming a regular here at Maine Art Hill. After joining us in the POP-UP Gallery this past summer, she was back as one of seven featured artists in the 9th Annual Choice Art Show, and now again in the POP-UP on Maine Art Hill. Click to watch a sneak-peek into how a pastel painting is made.
Trip Park – Progress on River Guard
Watch the video progress on River Guard by Trip Park from Maine Art Shows in Kennebunk, Maine
Trip Park – Progress on Blue Jean Beach and Denim Beach
Watch the video progress on Blue Jean Beach and Denim Beach by Trip Park from Maine Art Shows in Kennebunk, Maine
Trip Park – Progress on Rockin’ Lobsta’
Watch the video progress on Rockin’ Lobsta’ by Trip Park from Maine Art Shows in Kennebunk, Maine
Trip Park – Progress on Stylin’ Fishies
Watch the video progress on Stylin’ Fishies by Trip Park from Maine Art Shows in Kennebunk, Maine