DAMARISCOTTA — An exhibition of nearly 400 works of art is involved in “Holiday Shop,” the final show of the year, at River Arts Gallery. The show features artworks and fine crafts of artists from all over the state. The walls are full, the pedestals are all in use and the gallery has been decorated […]
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Maine’s marijuana market opening could be a letdown for many
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River Arts presents abstract art exhibit
DAMARISCOTTA — This year the River Arts’ exhibition of all abstract work is a tour de force. The new gallery space is ideal for the large scale works and robust paintings selected by juror, Jaap Helder. The show began Wednesday, Sept. 23, and runs through Saturday, Oct. 24. With works from 103 artists to review, […]
Two artists featured in ‘Down East Meets Southwest’ exhibit at River Arts Gallery
DAMARISCOTTA — A pair of pastel artists, Barbara Vanderbilt and Carol Abitabilo Ast, combine their paintings in a show titled “Down East Meets Southwest” beginning Thursday, Sept. 24, in the River Room at River Art. The show runs until Wednesday, Oct. 7. Connecting through their interest in the landscapes of coastal Maine and the Southwest […]
Art and science merge in new exhibit at River Arts
DAMARISCOTTA — River Arts Gallery presents Jacqueline Johnson in a solo show in the River Room. The exhibition runs from Friday, Sept. 11, through Thursday, Sept. 23. Johnson’s work, deeply inspired by nature and her concern for climate change, combines her fine technical skill with powerful emotional content. With a bachelors of fine arts from […]