When your business is called Maine Art, people come looking for images captured not only in the spirit of Maine but often times in the places of Maine. The three artists currently featured at Maine Art Shows do just that.
Three Views of Maine
Author: Maine Art
Ellen Granter on Sailing – A Love-Hate Relationship
“I began painting boats recently because I love the way they evoke a sense of peace and calmness,” says Granter. “However, some of my fondest childhood memories of the sailing world were not on the water nor were they calm and peaceful.” While speaking with Ellen about her newest collection, she shared some of her… Read more »
A Gallery of Flowers – Studies by Margaret Gerding
Margaret Gerding is not only a painter, she is also a teacher. Spending many days in the marshes or on the beaches of the Kennebunks, she shares her gift or art with her students. It was during one of her recent sessions that she asked her students to push themselves a little further. She issued the 30 Day Artist Challenge, a test to push skills beyond their normal comfort zone. Not only did Gerding issue this challenge, she joined in.
Three Rooms, Three Artists, Three Shows in One
“All three artists have strong ties to Maine and capture the true essence of the state,” says gallery owner John Spain. “Though each has distinctively different styles and subjects, the show as a whole is a wonderfully cohesive body of work.”
Shakespeare at Maine Art Gallery in Kennebunk
Come and join Maine Art and MaineStage Shakespeare on Tuesday, August 8th. The actors and actresses, in full costume, will wander among Lyman Whitaker’s Wind Sculptures at 14 Western Ave in Kennebunk from 7:30 to sunset. They will share excerpts from their present production of Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Whitaker Celebration at Maine Art
Whitaker’s sculptures have been surrounding both Maine Art Gallery and Maine Art Shows for ten years. They have become a landmark for Lower Village, Kennebunk and a wonder for tourists and locals alike. From five feet to twenty-eight feet tall the sculpture forest is filled with all forty-four styles in multiple sizes.
20th Anniversary Celebration – Week One, July 22nd – July 29th
Welcome to the first week of Maine Art Painting and Sculptures 20th Anniversary Celebration. Over the next few weeks we will be using the blog to keep you updated on what’s going on, what to expect, and of course a little kudos for events that have gone by.
Coffee and Tea Talk – An Intimate Chat with our Artists
Over the course of the twenty-day show, ten of our artists have decided to take the opportunity to spend some intimate time with those who love their work. Often times during a show openings or artist receptions, the crowd can be overwhelming and only minutes are available to chat with each visitor. We are hoping these opportunities will give you a chance to have a lovely conversation and ask a few questions.
20th Anniversary Celebration – Week Two, July 28th – August 5th
This weekend we have invited Lyman Whitaker and Whitaker Studios to visit. We are celebrating ten years with them. Lyman will be here Friday the 28th for a coffee talk, but don’t miss the party on Saturday night.
Twenty Years Deserves Twenty Days – 20th Anniversary of Maine Art
“It all begins on July 22 with the biggest opening reception party Maine Art has ever thrown,” says Spain. “There will be music, food, and of course, art.” The reception will be from 5-7 PM. Additional events are posted on Maine Art’s online calendar. “We have a great deal to be thankful for here. Our goal is to truly celebrate our artists, our customers, and our community every day for these twenty days.”